How To Make the Most of Your Chevy Colorado ZR2

Jun 26, 2017

A red 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 driving off road.

When an auto brand uses a phrase like “segment of one,” it’s easy to chalk it up to meaningless marketing. However, as the first midsize truck with its level of off-roading capabilities, the 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 truly is in a class of its own.

So how should you make the most of these capabilities? Here are our suggestions.

How to Go Off-Roading with the 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2

Don’t Be Afraid to Go Rocky

The 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 can crawl the rocks like a pro. Take a look here:

As shown in the video, many of the Colorado ZR2’s standard features contribute to its impressive off-road performance. The Multimatic™ DSSV dampers help you maintain control of the body and wheel motion while traversing rocky terrain. So when you encounter rough bumps, curbs, or transitions, the Colorado ZR2 sticks to its trajectory.

The tapered front and rear bumpers help you clear the rocks better, and the skid plates help prevent damage to the underside of your vehicle.

Beat the Heat

Those sandy deserts won’t hold the 2017 Colorado ZR2 back. See the speed for yourself:

The Colorado ZR2’s 2” suspension lift allows for more aggressive approach, breakover, and departure angles. It also enables higher ground clearance. The wider track provides stability throughout the drive, and the new cast iron control arms ensure that your wheels stay in line with the vehicle’s body – no matter how rough the ride.

Take the Path Less Traveled

The Colorado ZR2 dominates those narrow paths. Watch the magic:

This midsize truck proves that good things do in small packages. Its frame is 2’ narrower and 8” shorter than a full-size off-road truck, making it easier to navigate through those tight trails. But it still packs power with two engine options: the 186-horsepower Duramax® turbo-diesel engine and the 308-horsepower 3.6L V-6 engine.

Experience the Chevy Colorado ZR2 Difference at Martin Chevy in Crystal Lake, IL

Chevrolet has a reputation for quality cars. J.D. Power gives the auto brand a 5 out of 5 rating on overall quality, and U.S. News & World Report found Chevrolet to be superior to Ford. The 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 upholds this tradition of excellence.

See for yourself and schedule a test drive at Martin Chevrolet in Crystal Lake, Illinois. If you live in the neighboring cities of Lake in the Hills, Huntley, Cary, or McHenry, also feel free to come by our dealership at 5220 Northwest Hwy or call us (855) 395-9583.