Let’s face the truth, Chevrolet makes some of the most reliable and affordable pickup trucks on the market. Especially in 2021 some of their new models include some top-notch technology, driver assistance safety features, and powerful engines. Two of the most popular of their new line up are the 2021 Colorado truck and the 2021 Silverado 1500. Both can be leased here in Westchester County NY for monthly payments less than $400 per month. And on top of that there are flexible lease options regarding your lease length, mileage, and even zero down payment options. But which of these two top-rated pickup trucks is the best choice for you? The decision might not be an easy one so we created this honest comparison of the new Chevy Colorado and the new Chevy Silverado.
2021 Chevrolet Colorado
The Chevy Colorado is a model of mid-size pickup trucks that are popular in Westchester County and New York. It was first created as a compact pickup truck and grew in size and power over the years to become the miz size versatile truck that it is today. The 2021 Colorado has 4 trim options in order of price:
- WT
- LT
- Z71
- ZR2
The last two, the Z71 and ZR2 being more off-road equipped, and the ZR2 is the ultimate colorado off-road trim, with high towing capabilities, larger off-road tires, and a more rugged look. All trims come with either 2WD or 4WD options.
There are also 3 body types of the 2021 Colorado
- The Colorado Extended cab, Long box
- The Colorado Crew cab, Short box
- The Colorado Crew cab, Long box
The extended cabs only have 2 doors, and the longer truck bed, while the crew cab has 4 doors, which is either the shooter bed or long bed.
There are also 3 engine choices to power the 2021 Chevy Colorado:
- 2.5 liter 4 cylinders with 200 hp
- 3.6 liter V6 with 308 hp
- Duramax 2.8 liter turbo-diesel with 181 hp.
The engines make the Colorado unique because they are powerful enough to tow up to 7,700 pounds like the turbo-diesel engine or get over 18 mpg as the V6 and 4 cylinder engines can.
2021 Chevy Silverado 1500
The Chevrolet Silverado is perhaps one of the most popular full-size pickup trucks in Westchester County. They have been manufactured for a longer time period than the Colorado and each they get more enhancements, more power, and more features. It is one of the most versatile of the full-size trucks because it has so many options in the trims, body, and engines.
With a whopping 8 trims there is a design and setup for everyone:
- Work Truck
- Custom
- Custom Trail Boss
- LT
- RST
- LT Trail Boss
- LTZ
- High Country
As you might have guessed the Trail boss editions meant for the off-road with high ground clearance, towing features, and power. The LTZ and High Country, are aimed specifically at the luxury truck market, with larger rims, heated seats, more performance, chrome, and room. For all the trims 2WD or 4WD is made available to help you get the most out of your truck.
Depending on your trim there are to 4 body types for the 2021 Silverado 1500
- Regular cab, long bed
- Double cab, standard bed
- Crew cab, short bed
- Crew cab, standard bed
The regular cab with the long bed only comes on the entry trim, the Work truck. The Double carb has 4 doors, but a smaller second row and back door, while the crew cab is a full-size 4 door truck, with either a small bed or full bed, which is extremely popular especially on the higher trims.
If you aren’t sure which engine would be best for your needs, the good news is you have lots of options:
- 2.7-liter turbo with 310 hp
- 4.3 liter V6 with 285 hp
- 5.3 liter V8 with 355 hp
- 6.2 liter V8 with 420 hp
- 3.0 liter Duramax turbo-diesel with 277 hp
If you are wanting to tow as much weight as possible then go with the 6.2 liters as it can tow the most in its class at 13,400 pounds. But if your focus is on fuel efficiency then the 3.0 liter Duramax engine might be your best bet with an estimated 23 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.
All 2021 Chevrolet Trucks, including the new Silverado and Colorado, can be leased at excellent prices with a $0 down payment. Contact us at:
VIP Auto Lease Of Westchester 1139 W Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (877) 847-7888 https://vipleasewestchester.com/
