---
id: what-engine-is-in-the-2026-chevrolet-colorado
title: "What engine is in the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?"
category: faq
subtopic: colorado-engine
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/new-inventory/chevrolet/colorado.htm"
tags: ["colorado", "engine", "performance", "torque"]
questions:
  - "What's the horsepower on the Colorado?"
  - "How much torque does the Colorado have?"
  - "What engine powers the Colorado?"
related: [colorado-overview, colorado-towing]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado comes standard with a 2.7L TurboMax engine that produces 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque-the class-leading torque in the midsize truck segment. It's paired with a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission.

This engine is engineered for real-world capability: it powers the Colorado's impressive 7,700-lb towing capacity and handles heavy loads with confidence. The truck also offers five distinct drive modes-including Off-Road, Terrain, and exclusive Baja mode on ZR2-so you can optimize performance for your driving conditions, whether that's city streets, job sites, or rugged terrain.

Ready to feel this power in action? Stop by Markquart Motors in Chippewa Falls for a test drive, or call (715) 833-0444 to learn more.