2008 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Review [ 2007 ]
Based on analysis of 41 Colorado reviews and test drives.
Safety - What the Auto Press Says
The Chevrolet Colorado comes with safety features commensurate to those of its competitors. It performs well in government crash tests.
The Colorado earns four out of five stars for rollover resistance. The regular and extended cab models get four out of five stars for both driver and front passenger protection in front impact tests, while crew cab models earn five out of five. All models earn four out of five stars for front seat occupant protection in side impact crashes. The crew cab gets five out of five stars for rear seat passenger protection in side impact crashes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives it a rating of "Good," the best possible, in frontal impacts.
Accident Avoidance
Anti-lock brakes come standard on the Colorado. On two-wheel drive models with automatic transmissions, traction control is available. Edmunds points out, "Stability control is not available."
Crash Protection
The Colorado comes standard with front air bags. Rail mounted side-curtain air bags are optional.
