The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
74
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Average
72/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Fair
66/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Great
87/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2008 Chevrolet Colorado after 90-days of ownership.
Forward visibility
Styling of the dashboard
Transmission smoothness
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado during the first 90-days of ownership.
Interior storage spaces
Feel of the seat material
Vehicle's handling on curves
Performance Specs
MPG City
15 - 18
MPG Hwy
20 - 24
Horsepower
185 - 242
Transmission
4 speed, Automatic w/OD, 5 speed, Manual w/OD
Engine
Gas 4-Cyl, Gas 5-Cyl
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2008 Chevrolet Colorado Review
Overview
The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is more Truck than you think! aggressive The new Colorado rides smoothly and feels refined. And the Colorado offers something its competitors have forgotten a Useful Regular Cab work Truck. The new 2008 Colorado offers larger more powerful VORTEC inline four and five-cylinder engines. The 4 wheel drive crew cab comes standard with the 3.7L five cylinder with 242 horsepower and 242 pounds of torque. Stock on all other models is the 2.9L DOHC four-cylinder engine rated at 185 Horse Power and 190 pounds of torque. Power and efficiency working together. With three different suspension models you’ll find the ride that is right for you! You want a truck because you need to haul? The 2008 Colorado’s Regular and Extended Cab models have a 6 foot 1 inch pickup bed with taller sides than many competitors providing best-in-class volume for deeper storage and higher overall payload. Add to that the power to pull 4000 pounds and you’re ready to work. And the sky is the limit with luxurious options such as XM satellite radio OnStar and the Sun and Sound package. The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. A midsized truck that handles your full sized needs.