It would be interesting to see what those trans and oil temps do when it gets hot outside!

"I'm not using cruise control today", or any other day.

Trans temps were concerning. Since traffic caused you to end the test early, suggest doing the test again - in August.

These ike's with Mr. Truck and Mr. Truck JR are my favorites. Not only are they entertaining but these is really a practical test of any truck and this test is sooooo good because of Andre's scientific approach. I can't over emphasize that enough. He attempts in earnest to keep all of the controllable factors the same. And the banter.... the color of urine :)

The most important part of the test was the available space for the hats 🤠. Definitely keep an eye on the trans and engine temps, it’s screaming more than a screaming Jimmy.

They should offer the 3.0 turbo diesel. It may not have as much power as the the new Ranger Raptor. But that TQ and the fuel economy would be a big plus. As of right now the 3.0 TD Silverado has the best hwy mileage out of all the full-size offerings. It will allow the Colorado to also claim best hwy mileage as well.

happy to see that Mr. Truck has lost some weight. Good for him.

I would love to get one of these trucks, but my Tahoe will be 30 years old in another 7 years and I gotta hit that 30 year mark just for the challenge of it. Besides, it's running great and still looks good. Wish me luck.

1:45 "I'm not using cruise control today". Really, you mean to say: "I bought a 2023 truck that didn't come with cruise control"...LOL

Awesome test, exactly what I had hoped for! Mid sized trucks definitely handle loads differently than a full sized. Need to be prepared for it. I would go through brakes every 40,000 miles with my last gen Colorado as I towed at max load a lot.

Looking forward to an Ike Gauntlet with the 2024 Ranger 2.7 Ecoboost for comparison.

That truck would be perfect with the LZO Duramax... Imagine that prefect combination...!

Really glad i found this video. Been looking at trucks for a long time and been debating getting a full size or mid. The most I'd be hauling is a small car on a trailer and a motorcycle in the bed. This extreme test is definitely convincing me of the capabilities of modern midsize trucks

Trans running hot in the winter, re-run the test with the A/C on in August.

Mr. Truck is old school, I like that guy. I met him once in Brighton. Super nice guy in real life.

Andre, I really love the color! Also Mr Truck should probably be drinking more water 😂

This truck is way nicer than the new ranger.

Mr truck and Andre are the best Ike combo. 2 guy's with CDL's that know how to setup a truck and trailer.

"I'm not using cruise control today..." Hmm why is that Andre? 😉🤣

Andre should've kept his F-150 Powerboost

I don’t know why, but I still think of Andre checking brake temps and speaking in Russian at the bottom of each downhill test 😂 That would be an interesting comparison to bring back though

You have to remember that the GM 8-speed transmission didn't just have shudder issues in the trucks, but the Camaro and Corvette had TSB service numbers issued also.

Mr. Truck asked you a very tough but honest question and unintentionally the best roast ever. 😂

He said No full throttle but that engine noise inside the truck . good video guys 👍

Great video. I was surprised that Andre did not use cruise control, as I "thought" that was the norm; but then I remembered that this particular truck does not have it (hope a retro fit is coming soon). I too would love to see the actual transmission and oil temperatures.

THANKS ANDRE AND MR TRUCK...👏👏👏...HAVE A BEAUTIFUL SATURDAY EVERYBODY ✌️

“Why did you buy a truck the same color as urine?” 😂😂

A mid size truck towing a nearly 7K lb box up that mountain is pretty impreasive. Period. It's never going to do it with as much ease as a larger truck. I think the transmission mapping could be much better in tow/haul mode but overall, that truck performed fairly well. I am excited to see the new Ranger and Tacoma in comparison although the Ranger doesnt have a "Trail boss" trim level. For 75% of the population that needs or wants a truck, the new mid sizers are more than adequate.

Now, please flash the truck and do the same exact test to compare results. I think that would be interesting for sure. Currently driving an 07 Tacoma with 350k on the clock, looking to possibly pick one of these new colorados up. Would tow a trailer that weighs about 5k pounds

One of the best buddy combos on TFL & another Ike on the books👍 I wonder how cruise control would have changed results 🤔

Great review as always ,,,love the new Colorado ! That is a good sized trailer and did very good. Tow with a new Silverado Trailboss and find cruise control on the down hill will down shift better . About the same weight on the Ike and holds well . Congrats Andre ! And great color ...

Worked for the dealerships as a tech for the past 22 years. Looking at that oil temp and trans temp that was displayed I wouldn’t count on the longevity of The trans. Data logging at that point in the temp graph it would suggest the trans was 260 and oil temp was excess of 260.

It’s concerning that the transmission temp went up that high…and it was probably freezing cold that day.

I’m also upset about losing the diesel option, but almost worse than that is the loss of the flat folding rear seat. I use that platform for hauling more than the box. I mean they are already forcing the crew cab on us. 😢

This isn't a Mid size truck. It Is about the size of a Full size truck from years ago. If this was the 1990's a GMC s10 was under 68 inches wide. A Toyota gen 1 pickup was 67 inches. These New Trucks are not small by any means.

With how expensive trucks are, you'd think they could throw a transmission cooler on there.

Great review. Really looking something like this and would possibly see a few mountain trips, but mostly flatter towing. I'd roll less weight though. Lighter toy haulers (small one less than 5K) with 2 dirt bikes or maybe to 2 adv bikes (1000K). I would want to stay under way under 6K. Looking at the temps I'd say maybe put that external trans cooler. Will defiantly be watching for more updates.

I'm loving that color. I think I might use it for my 81 Toyota starlet project. It too is yellow, but ugly early 80's yellow.

What a duo!

A lot have said already. Those temps would be a little concerning to me. Great test. It wouldn't be a super Ike without snow in May!

Mr Truck roasting Andres truck to his face 🤣😂 great pair for these reviews!

That was a great test. I have this engine and 8 speed in my 2022 full size trail boss.

TFL putting out the great vids.. Good times

You guys make awesome videos! Keep up the great work.

towing in L instead of D provides more control over the shifts when towing in the hills. Helps me a lot. especially downhill when the truck wants to hold gears too long.

I love it. I pull 6500 with my Colorado with a 2.8 duramax and it does quite well. The 2.7 is definitely up to the challenge.

Seems like the tow haul mode can use some more tuning. Not downshifting going down hill and then shifting way too often going up hill. If it was my truck I would definitely be controlling the trans manually in big hill situations.

Mr. Trucks noticed the truck has that morning color to it. Nice truck Andre almost a Mountain dew color. They are running transmissions warmer so the temps may have been fine. Great to see Mr. Truck and Andre the videos are great.

That thumbnail looks incredible! Prob the best on KZfaq in my opinion.

Loved this video, thanks gents.

I drove that rode all the time miss Colorado 😢 from Florida with love ❤️

It's always great to see Mr Truck in your vids.

Curious to see a retest in the dead of summer. Those trans and oil temps were concerning in only 47° weather. That said, the ride and stability control seemed top notch.

The eight-speed didn't like that at all. It got hot because it couldn't pick a gear and stay in it

Thanks for mentioning the gas you used!!! I wondered.

pee yellow and sounds like a lawn mower hahahaha! mr truck killing me this morning!

I appreciate the Ike Gauntlet videos. As far as off-road trailering goes, I’d like to see an off-road test, pulling the Roamer1 (and next size down) on an uphill/downhill two track road and on a section of road that requires an articulating hitch. The goal of the test is to see performance of low end torque and 4wheel abilities under tow.

It may help to turn the AC on when going down hill. That will suck a few horsepower away from the engine when you are using the engine to to slow down

Urine! Ha! 🤣That's what my daughter said when I was looking at the new colors. Love the video, learned so much. Thank you guys! 🛻

Mr Truck mercilessly dogging Andre’s truck. 😮

Had a diesel and 3.6 Colorado. Both are Definitely better downhill than the new truck.

That is the single handed best way to break in a turbo engine to haul a load like that on hills like you did. My past Dodge Cummins engines got the same treatment and when you shut down overnight and go stone cold you will find the engine a totally different unit in terms of performance and mileage.

Good looking truck.

Time for the tune!

I think the color is badass Andre!

Pretty common situation in Australia a midsizer towing a near 7000lb Caravan( travel trailer). As well they are diesels

I love a midsize truck but I would probably want a bigger truck with that trailer or get a smaller trailer with that truck. Nevertheless, that was quite impressive. I’m considering trading in my ‘19 Colorado for a ‘23. There’s some nice improvements overall.

I was bit surprised that it seemed to be a bit lethargic getting up to speed and seemed pretty loud getting there. I don't exactly recall how much you towed with the Ranger Tremor, but it seemed to do it easier? I thought this 2.7 would/will be great in this truck. The trans temps on a cold day are a bit bothersome unless GM designed it this way for a reason...... Nice truck overall and definitely on my shopping list.

Howdy fellars. I know what it's like to drive I-70 in the mountains is bad weather like that.

Manufactures don't care what you can tow. They put high numbers so as a selling point so people tow heavy loads and wreck their powertrain.. Dealers love selling vehicles and they also love selling parts and service!

Great result. Really impressive for a mid-size. This is 1/2 ton truck performance from just a few years ago.

Objectively it was a 4/5 Star run, but I think it failed to pass the eye test. It realistically only deserved 3.5/5 stars. The transmission and gear hunting should have been bigger demerits. The new Ranger with the 2.7 and 10 speed will likely get 4.5/5 when it completes the same run.

I've heard that GM trucks are made to work in conjunction with cruise to use full capability of the towing application. The system is a better manager than your foot. Maybe include some test using the cruise.

gonna cook the trans towing loads like this. hate to see how hot it would get at 100* ambient outside

SOMEONE finally mentioned the bumper steps were from Avalanche.

Great video. I wouldnt want to tow this much weight often with this truck.

Transtex oil camps and cooler temps are very important but I think the most important temperature is your EGT exhaust gas temperature if you're hauling a Max load full throttle uphill at thirteen to fifteen hundred degrees you can start melting down your Pistons it would be interesting if you would show the egts on the banks I dash

Mr Truck firing in all 8 cylinders today!! 😂😂. “Why’d you buy a urine coloured truck?” Hahaha!! This is about what I expected from the Colorado. Maybe we can see if a truck from the press fleet WITH cruise control could manage differently?? Be an interesting experiment. I’m sure the fuel economy will improve with the cruise control. Always does, but I suspect the grade braking would downshift one more time. The transmission temperatures, I wouldn’t care unless they go too high. Toyota runs em hot as well. Could be an efficiency factor now that they run synthetic oils in them exclusively. Things do change over time. I’m sure we will see the High Output version towing on a hot day to try to cover all the examples. There’s the Canyon as well which GM has chosen to aim at a different demographic than the Colorado. Smart idea to widen the demographics overall for the market. Nice review and I agree with the rating!! Hard to stay objective when it’s your own vehicle, but Andrey did very well indeed! Thanks for using your truck Andrey!! Stay safe, team TFL!!

Really interested what the transmission temps would look like on a very hot day. I hate that GM didn't add a trans cooler from the factory.

Hats off for testing your own truck like that, I dont think i could load my brand new barely if at all broke in engine like that

Love the video and the truck but those temps are a little bit of a let down

A young girl slammed into the back of my Silverado while she was on her phone. My bumper on the driver side faces down now and I can’t use the bumper step now. You don’t realize how much you use it when you don’t have it. Love the bumper step!

For the record, I really like the color of Andre’s truck a lot! It looks special

i would never give up my 2018 V6 colorado for the new one i have real leather and both front seats are powered with lumbar and my gps WORKS WITH OUT A SUBSCRIPTION

Truck was level. 2.5 inch squat is good. Also the trans temp was fine. When trucks run too cool its worse than running where this truck ran. Another thing, adding a extra air to air cooler is good but running the cooler through the radiator is better for heat transfer. Liquid transfers heat better. I knoq your truck doesn't have cruise but if you test one with cruise I'd usd it on the downhill that way the truck will shift to maintain in tow/haul

Just a shame they do not offer a long bed. Most people that would buy this truck are not camper trailer haulers but tent/dirtbike/atv campers and these 5 foot beds are just afterthoughts. A 6.5 foot bed is perfect because you can fit most atvs in the bed with the tailgate closed.

I don’t understand the fuel economy issues with this engine just literally drove 2700 miles in mixed driving conditions. Both highway, city up and down Smokey mountains and the appellations. I averaged 24.3 mpg and 25.5 on highway driving. My truck is a 2022 Silverado crew cab 4x4. Yes the trip computer is accurate and within .2 mpg from my calculator. I’ve never got below 18 mpg.

I'm so glad you made this video because I want a Colorado but I've been looking at bigger trucks that I can't afford because I wasn't sure it could pull my camper. My rig is 4900 lbs dry and 6500 with the tanks full. It's only 23'. If you can pull that monstrosity in the video up and down the rocky mountains then a Colorado will serve me just fine in the middle of Virginia. Thanks!

You should do the test in "Plus" configuration and then get the "HO" upgrade and run the test again and see if it's worth the $395

Another great morning with Mr. truck and Andre. Mr. truck, striking at the core with his critiques of the color of the truck though.😅

The color is "Urine-Gold" Mr. Truck !!! Get it right 😂

Would like to see this same test in the summer. Something tells me it will overheat

I love the stance of your truck

How about demonstrating the theft alert feature

Check the option list fro oil and transmission coolers.

I would love to know why GM didn't use the 10 speed, like the ranger?

She did surprisingly well for hauling that big of a trailer and being nearly maxxed out. I'm glad Mr. Truck said it was the color of urine - I finally saw a Nitro Yellow Canyon in person and told my wife it looks like when you take a leak after too many vitamins . . . Oh and . . . Nice hat Andre😜

Without the need to tow heavy trailers, this truck would be fine for the majority of us. Really great looking rig

Those temps are concerning considering it’s snowing when you tested this!

Towing heavy with this little truck, I might go up a grade in oil viscosity. And add an transmission oil cooler, or a larger one if it already has one. Personally I'd rather get a base model half ton than this Colorado Trail Boss, I think even with the same engine it would have a higher rating and it would feel more stable towing the same weight.