Value trucks these days are few and far between. A $40K base price is rarely seen anymore, except in the compact truck category.

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of America, Chevrolet takes its compact Colorado pickup with a base price of just over $40,000, and packages it in a Stars and Steel Special Edition, adding even more value to its Trail Boss option.

Powered by a 2.7-liter Turbomax four-cylinder engine, which had some turbo-lag, our Colorado Trail Boss tester was still peppy with its inline 310 horsepower capabilities. Torque rating came in at 430 pound-feet, which was nicely paired with its eight-speed automatic transmission. Towing capacity came in at 7,700 pounds when properly equipped giving consumers the ability to tow campers and work trailers.

On the outside, the Colorado Stars and Steel edition had a nice stance, running boards and exterior logos commemorating the 250th anniversary of America.

On the inside, it’s all ruggedness and technology; perfect for all types of consumers. Its easy-to-use infotainment system offered nicely apportioned buttons for old-school users, which avoids the sometimes-problematic modern technology controls and settings. A nice leather interior in Jet Black was comfortable for long rides and local trips to complete the honey-do list.

For a good base price, the Colorado delivers the American vibe to consumers who need something larger than a Ford Maverick but don’t enjoy the technology-focused Toyota or Nissan.

Although I love my Ford Maverick, I feel the Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss is the right fit for buyers in many different categories looking to fill voids in their everyday commuter.

2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss Crew Cab 4×4

MSRP: $40,500

MPG: 17 city / 22 highway / 19.0 as tested

As Tested: $57,240

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