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2025
2008
Fuel Economy
20 combined mpg
Towing Capacity
5,500 lbs
Payload
1,547 pounds
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.9 Liter
  • 5-Cyl, 3.7 Liter
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Review

KBB Editors

By KBB Editors

Updated December 23, 2019

Our editors drive and evaluate hundreds of new cars every single year, turning thousands of miles and countless hours behind the wheel into helpful reviews, ratings, and comparisons. They also have lives outside of work, or so they think. You’d be surprised what you can learn by hauling a dirt bike, hunting for a wayward sippy cup, or just packing the trunk full of groceries.

Pros

If you like the rugged, bold look of the full-size Silverado, but want it in a smaller package that gets better fuel economy, check out the Colorado. The standard four-cylinder engine is surprisingly strong yet, with two-wheel drive, is EPA-rated at 24 miles per gallon on the highway.

Cons

Some may find the Colorado too narrow and, with the Crew Cab model, short on rear-seat legroom. Also, the Colorado’s optional 3.7-liter in-line five-cylinder engine does not offer as much torque as the V6 engines from Toyota and Nissan.

What's New?

OnStar with the Safe and Sound package is standard on 1LT and Z71 trim levels.

As gasoline prices continue to edge upwards, the compact pickup is beginning to look mighty attractive. Though it can’t tow or haul like a full-size Silverado, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado makes an attractive alternative for those whose truck use tends to be more recreational than occupational. The Colorado’s 185-horsepower four-cylinder and 242-horsepower five-cylinder engines provide good power and excellent fuel economy, while a four-wheel-drive option allows the compact pickup to tackle deep snow and venture off-road. Although the Colorado’s cab and bed are not the largest in this segment (and its turning radius is uncommonly wide), the truck remains competitive with Ford’s Ranger series and, to a lesser extent, the Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier and Dodge Dakota.

2008 Chevrolet Colorado Pricing

2008 Chevrolet Colorado pricing starts at $4,792 for the Colorado Regular Cab Work Truck Pickup 2D 6 ft, which had a starting MSRP of $17,710 when new. The range-topping 2008 Colorado Regular Cab LT Pickup 2D 6 ft starts at $5,175 today, originally priced from $19,030.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
$5,234 - $5,769
$4,792 - $5,175
$6,448 - $6,988
$5,762 - $6,088
$7,848
$7,198 - $7,198

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2008 Chevrolet Colorado models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Driving the Chevrolet Colorado

The Colorado’s greatest strengths can be found in its chassis and powertrains. The newest body-on-frame chassis is much more rigid than previous Chevrolet compact pickups and you can feel it in the way the Colorado handles off-road and in the corners. Even over washboard roads, the Colorado exhibited no sign of dash-rattling or squeaks. Chevrolet has also created a number of performance and off-road packages that enhance the Colorado’s rugged image. Surprisingly, for such a small truck, the Colorado has a rather wide turning circle. The standard in-line four-cylinder is fairly potent for such a small engine. When ordered with the manual transmission, it also offers exceptionally good fuel economy.

Interior Comfort

The Colorado’s interior layout is highly functional, with all the gauges and controls in clear sight and easy reach of the driver. The seats offer firm bottoms and good lumbar support, and the cloth fabric is both durable and comfortable. Crew Cab models are a bit tight when it comes to rear-seat legroom, but front seat occupants should be more than satisfied. The one drawback may be the over-abundance of gray throughout the cab. Chevrolet has revamped the interior color scheme to lessen this mass of gray plastic, but the most vivid improvements show up only in the pricier trim levels.

Exterior Styling

The Colorado definitely has the look that says "Chevy." Bulging fender flares and bright alloy wheels punctuate tall slab sides. Regular Cab models ride on a 111.3-inch wheelbase while Extended and Crew Cab models are on a 126.0-inch wheelbase. The bed length for the Regular and Extended Cab models is roughly six feet, while that for the Crew Cab model is about five feet. Both beds feature tall sidewalls, for deeper storage, which give the Colorado best-in-class cargo volume. The Colorado has a clever tailgate that can be opened flat or set at a 55-degree angle, effectively placing the top of the gate in line with the tops of the rear wheel wells, which makes it easy to load and carry, for example, large, flat panels.

Favorite Features

Tailgate
The Colorado’s rear tailgate can be set at a 55-degree angle so that items can rest flat on the tops of the wheel wells and align with the tailgate.

Side-Curtain Airbags
Optional side-curtain airbags are a first for this segment.

Standard Features

The Colorado LS features a five-speed manual transmission, 2.9-liter four-cylinder engine, air conditioning, cruise control, anti-lock brakes (ABS), tilt steering wheel, dual outside mirrors, automatic headlamps, color-keyed carpeting, AM/FM stereo, tachometer and forward-facing jump seats in the Extended Cab. The LT trim adds chrome front and rear bumpers, Deluxe Cloth upholstery, CD player, leather-wrapped steering wheel and some trim items. To that the Z71 adds the Z71 off-road suspension, auto-dimming mirror, rear sliding window and the 3.7-liter five-cylinder engine.

Factory Options

Options include four-wheel drive, four-speed automatic transmission, power windows, power door locks, power mirrors, heated leather seats, automatic locking rear differential, tow package, six-disc CD changer, XM Satellite Radio, side-impact airbags, traction control, Z71 off-road package and a Sun and Sound package that adds a six-disc CD changer and power sunroof.

Engine & Transmission

Engine choices for the Colorado include four- and five-cylinder powerplants. The standard 2.9-liter four and the optional 3.7-liter five are both derivatives of the in-line six found in the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy. Though the sizes of these engines might seem small, they are both big on power. The 2.9-liter four-cylinder produces an impressive 185 horsepower and offers up most of its 190 pound-feet of torque between the ranges of 1200 and 5600 rpm. That’s enough power to muscle any lightly-equipped four-wheel-drive vehicle through the toughest terrain. The optional 3.7-liter engine makes 242 horsepower. Both of these engines produce class-leading horsepower while returning good fuel economy.

2.9-liter in-line 4
185 horsepower @ 5600 rpm
190 lb.-ft. of torque @ 2800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/24 (2WD, manual), 18/24 (2WD, automatic), 16/22 (4WD, manual), 17/22 (4WD, automatic)

3.7-liter in-line 5
242 horsepower @ 5600 rpm
242 lb.-ft. of torque @ 2800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/22 (2WD), 15/21 (4WD), 16/22 (2WD, Crew Cab), 15/20 (4WD, Crew Cab)


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2008 Chevrolet Colorado
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Towing Capacity
Engine
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Work Truck Pickup 2D 6 ft
$4,792
20 MPG
5500 lbs
4-Cyl, 2.9 Liter
N/A
2WD
LS Pickup 2D 6 ft
$5,017
20 MPG
5500 lbs
4-Cyl, 2.9 Liter
3364 lbs
2WD
LT Pickup 2D 6 ft
$5,175
20 MPG
5500 lbs
4-Cyl, 2.9 Liter
3340 lbs
2WD
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Depreciation

A 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has a current resale value of $3,932 and trade-in value of $2,188.

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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$1,381
$3,822
$2,142
2023
+ $551
$4,373
$2,482
2024
$250
$4,123
$2,206
Now
$191
$3,932
$2,188
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Fuel Capacity
19.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.6 inches
Max Seating Capacity
3
Overall Length
192.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.1 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
5500 lbs.
Wheel Base
111.3 inches
Truck Bed Volume
44 cu.ft.
Bed Length
6.00 feet
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
4850 lbs.

Exterior

Fog Lights
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Privacy Glass
Available

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
2WD
Transmission Type
Automatic
4 speed
Available
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Engine
4-Cyl, 2.9 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Outlet

Seating

  • Cloth Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone

2008 Chevrolet Colorado Safety

2008 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
4.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

2008 Chevrolet Colorado Rankings

FAQs

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab a good vehicle?

Yes, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab is a good car. Its Kelley Blue Book rating of 0 out of 5 is within 10% of our average rating.

What is the MPG for a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab?

The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab is rated to return city/highway fuel economy of 18/24 mpg.

How much should a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab cost?

Used 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab prices currently range from $4,792 for the Work Truck Pickup 2D 6 ft to $5,175 for the LT Pickup 2D 6 ft when purchasing from a dealership, depending on a range of factors like equipment, mileage, and condition.

What's the cheapest Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab?

The cheapest 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab is the Work Truck Pickup 2D 6 ft, with a Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price of $4,792.

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab reliable?

The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab is part of the 1st-generation Colorado Regular Cab, which our owners give an above-average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5.

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