The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado is a pickup truck that came with a choice of 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.8L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl engines. Even at 8 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
| Body style | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.8L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl (turbocharged versions available) |
| Transmissions | Automatic 6-spd, Manual 6-spd, Automatic 8-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline, Diesel |
| Fuel economy | 15–22 city / 15–30 highway / 15–25 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,050–$4,800 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 403–589 grams per mile |
| EPA fuel economy score | 2–5 out of 10 |
| EPA greenhouse gas score | 2–4 out of 10 |
| Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle) | 4,178–4,418 lb |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,400–6,200 lb |
| Versions tested by EPA | 10 configurations: Colorado 2WD, Colorado 4WD, Colorado ZR2 4WD, Colorado Cab Chassis 2WD |
| Age | 8 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump…
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Owners have filed 183 complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado with NHTSA. 3 reports involved a crash and 5 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 3 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, by version tested.
| Version | Overall | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pu/Ec, 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | 21.4% |
| Pu/Cc, 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | 21.2% |
| Pu/Ec, RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | 22% |
| Pu/Cc, RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | 21.9% |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.
Manufacturers have filed 1,262 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.
This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
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It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Yes. We buy 2018 Colorados that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Data retrieved October 2026.
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