This is for the tradie or weekend adventurer who wants a dual cab ute that works hard and tidies up well. The Colorado Z71 is the top of the range, with dark trim, a torquey turbo diesel and proper towing and load credentials. It squares up to the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton in the busiest class on Australian roads.
Jenny's test covers the high seating position, the simple cabin and the strong low down pull that makes light work of a loaded tray or a trailer. The Z71 styling adds kerb appeal for buyers who use the ute as a daily as much as a workhorse. The ride firms up when the tray is empty, which is the price of a ladder frame built to carry.
If you need a ute that tows, loads and still looks the part at the weekend, the Colorado Z71 makes sense. Buyers after a car like ride or the newest cabin tech may prefer a rival. For honest hard work with a bit of flash, Holden has the bases covered.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
