2018 Chevrolet Colorado: reliability, problems and cost to own
FairAbout average
It scores 40 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize pickups. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $15,786 to own, including $3,460 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Chevrolet Colorado.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
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 damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Not especially. It scores 40 out of 100, about average for midsize pickups; the 2022 scored better.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
It scores 40 out of 100 against other midsize pickups from 2015 to 2024, which is about average. Based on 183 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $3,460 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado cost to own?
About $15,786 over 5 years: $3,053 in lost value, $3,460 in repairs and $9,273 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $17,230 today.
What are the best years of the Chevrolet Colorado?
Of the years we rate, the 2022 scores best (66/100) and the 2016 worst (6/100).
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado have?