Raptor Who? (2025 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison)

Today I drive and review a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison!

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[caseyhoyt]

I think Chevy has the best looking midsize truck Colorado(trail boss, z71, & zr2). You’re right, it would be far superior to all of the midsized trucks if it had the option of a v6.

[somanyroads]

If Chevy dropped the 6.2L V-8 in this truck, it would be a masterpiece!! Definitely the best looking mid-sized truck!

[basian]

I came very close to buying one but in the end I purchased a 21 Tundra TRD Pro doublecab.
Backseat is larger, powertrain is proven and bulletproof and nothing beats a V8 rumble

Oh, I also paid less than a new Colorado ZR2

[nazgul_renegade]

Hi Ben! I have one just like that and have been happy with it. I got mine below $60 thanks to dealer discounts! It is a very impressive and good looking truck. Merry Christmas!

[iwazaru]

Great video. I think the purpose of the Bison is more closely aligned with the intentions of the Tacoma Trailhunter rather than the Ranger Raptor. The price of the Bison and the Trailhunter is also almost identical, while the RR costs thousands less. While still respectable in terms of rock-crawling capabilities, that is not the Ranger Raptor's primary domain. Despite auto magazines comparing the two, I don't see many people cross-shopping the Bison and the RR because they are just so different. It's not quite comparing apples and oranges; more like comparing oranges and grapefruits. I mean, that's why Toyota decided to make the Trailhunter in addition to the TRD Pro. Thanks for the review.

[MisterJay]

needs the digital review mirror especially having your spare tire in your way.

[Dandre]

$63K and a manual slider in the rear! Score! 😂

[moreaufamily]

I'm still extremely happy with my '24 Bison. I've added the winch, snorkel and GM also makes removable side steps so that when not offroading it's much easier to get into the truck.

I think you nailed it perfectly. I would trust the colorado on a long offroad trip. The engine is just fine for what the truck can do.

[dejonbuick]

This beautiful truck needs a v6 turbo engine to make it complete.😊😊😊.

[jay-zk]

There is no reason why GM can’t put the twin turbo 3.6 V6 from the CT-4 V Blackwing into this thing

[robertloszewski]

Very cool! I have this exact truck on order scheduled to be built the last week of January. Can’t wait!

[fire_breathing_hamster]

Just bought one of these we’ll see how it goes! I live in an area that is very outdoors/wintery mountainous area so hopefully I get some use out of it!

[timricks]

The Ranger Raptor is too low to the ground, it barely looks OFF-ROAD worthy. The only thing it has going for it is it’s engine which I will admit is very good. Rumor is though that GM is working on plans to drop the TURBO CHARGED 3.6 LITER V6 from the CADILLAC CT4-V BLACKWING in this thing and that would totally blow the doors off the TACO and the RAPTOR

[bigcheese]

yes its a midsize pickup so can't really complain about space. make the backseat have a little more room front to rear. like add a couple inches more so regardless of who's driving, anyone can sit in the back.

[mabelpup]

I know everyone says that 2.7 L turbo is amazing, but GM should’ve brought back a re-vamped version of the 4.3L V6 that used to be in the S-10’s. That would’ve been cool. I’m talking about longevity because we really don’t know how long these turbos are gonna last.

[DougSlmon]

No Ben if you do another Ford commercial I’ll look at it. Have a good weekend. Good day and merry Christmas.

[AzamKhan-moqd]

Ben excellent, please make vlog about diesel is the best to buy or gas engine, thanks.

[bryanyoung]

The ranger raptor is way better than the bison. I have driven both and i was in the process of buying the 2024 bison and someone mentioned too me to check out the ranger raptor first this came from a Chevy guy so i did test drive the ranger raptor and its way better than the Colorado bison. I didn't buy nether they were both too small for my liking, i test drove and bought a 2024 f150 raptor and love it.

[LuisMarquez-bdvi]

16 MPG!!! 😱 just drop a v8 and give us at least 22 mpg instead!

[treydrier]

Ranger Raptor is super in EVERY aspect. The Fox shocks are great plus it has springs/coils which really help to dampen the effects of pot holes and uneven pavement. It has over 400HP and the interior is head and shoulders above the ZR2 Bison. The handling, ride comfort and even back seat room the RR is just better bang for the buck. Cmon Ben be honest. It's not even close.