2012 Chevrolet Colorado

2012 · First generation

Catalog figures for this model year. Ratings vary by configuration.

Quick facts

Capability

Towing

1,900–5,500 lb

Payload

1,186–1,440 lb

Curb weight

3,366–4,218 lb

Horsepower

185–300 hp

Efficiency

MPG city

14–18 mpg

Fuel tank

19.6 gal

Fitment

Bolt pattern

6x139.7

Engines

LH9, LLR, LLV

Drivetrain

4x4 · 4x2

Body

Crew Cab · Extended Cab · Regular Cab

Configurations

Complaints in dataset

What do you need to do with your 2012 Colorado?

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Capability

LH9 · LLR · LLV

185–300 hp

1,900–5,500 lb

1,186–1,440 lb

These figures are manufacturer ratings stored on 16 catalog configurations. Optional factory tow packages are often missing from this table. Confirm the door jamb and owner’s manual for the vehicle you have.

Size & fitment

192.4–207.1 in

6.4–11.4 in

6x139.7

OEM sizes

42.2–44 in

14–18 mpg

Maintenance

Oil Capacity

Capacity by engine

Wiper Sizes

Driver / passenger / rear

Bulb Sizes

Position chart

Fuses

Stored diagrams

Owner’s Manual

Stored sections

Owner Complaints

30 complaint records in our dataset — not a failure rate.

Year problems