2015 Toyota Tacoma vs 2015 Chevy Colorado

If you are looking at a new mid-size or compact pickup truck, there are exceptional models available on the road. Offering a brilliant combination of versatility and toughness that you expect from a pickup truck as well as the maneuverability that you would expect from a crossover platform, this class fits a variety of needs and lifestyles. In the past, your options in this class were limited, but with revisions to current models like the 2015 Toyota Tacoma and new additions to the class like the 2015 Chevy Colorado, there are more high-quality models to choose from.

In the event that you have decided that a compact or mid-size pickup truck is the right choice for you, how do you decide which model fits you best? One of the most accurate and simple ways for you to illustrate your decision-making process is by creating a side-by-side comparison using relevant data. In this class, your decision will likely come down to the 2015 Toyota Tacoma vs 2015 Chevy Colorado. In essence, it is America’s best-selling compact pickup vs the new kid on the block.

Our comparison of these two impressive models is a cross section of what many drivers expect from the compact pickup class and highlights price, fuel economy, size and maneuverability as well as off-road toughness and capability. When you examine price, you anticipate a significantly lower price point than a full-size truck like the Toyota Tundra or Chevy Silverado. In addition, you also expect improved fuel economy ratings and maneuverability, while maintaining a level of toughness that every truck should have.

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Affordability is one of the primary aspects of any car-buying process and in that category, both the 2015 Toyota Tacoma and 2015 Chevy Colorado are listed well below their full-size counterparts and have comparable price points. Fuel economy is another focus of the mid-size pickup truck segment and both of these two models excel in the category, promising higher fuel economy ratings than full-size equivalents. In this comparison, when comparing two-wheel drive, manual transmission trims the 2015 Toyota Tacoma offers a more efficient design than the new Colorado. 

Maneuverability is another major benefit of the compact pickup truck segment and much of that advantage stems from a smaller size. In this category of our comparison, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma illustrates its advantage with a smaller length, resulting in a smaller turning circle and more maneuverability. By comparison, the 2015 Chevy Colorado has a size that is closer to a full-size pickup truck than a mid-size truck, sacrificing urban driving ability and posing the question, is it a true compact pickup truck? The Toyota Tacoma also has a slightly wider body for a more spacious and comfortable cabin.

One element of the Tacoma that stands out in our 2015 Toyota Tacoma vs 2015 Chevy Colorado comparison is the availability of an off-road specific trim level. The Toyota Racing Development Pro Series trim is designed and built for extreme off-road adventures. Incorporating the power and performance of the Toyota Tacoma lineup, the Tacoma TRD Pro Series trim adds: 16-inch black beadlock style wheels, aggressive all-terrain tires, a lifted body, off-road tuned front springs, Bilstein shock absorbers and a hardcore TRD appearance package. 2015 Chevy Colorado models are not yet available with an off-road performance package to match that of the 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Schedule a test drive in America’s best-selling compact pickup truck today at Gale Toyota.