23-26 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss 1 Year Review | (Honest Ownership Review + Off-Road Test)

Welcome Back to Driven276 What is it really like owning a 2024 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss after a full year and nearly 30,000 miles? In this video, I break down the real-world ownership experience of the 3rd gen Colorado (2023–2026), including reliability, maintenance costs, towing performance, off-road capability, and common issues. This isn’t a dealership pitch. It’s the truth after daily driving, long road trips, towing a 2022 Mustang GT, and putting the truck through its paces off-road at Cany Creek in Southwest Virginia. In this video, we cover: -1 year ownership of the 2024 Colorado Trail Boss -Real reliability (including wiring harness issue at 10K miles) -Maintenance costs & DIY oil changes (money-saving tips) -Oil consumption on the 2.7L TurboMax engine -8-speed transmission concerns (long-term thoughts) -Towing performance (Road Atlanta & Barber Motorsports Park trips) -Off-road capability (river crossings, technical trails, ONX-rated terrain) -Trail Boss vs Tacoma, Ranger, and other midsize trucks -Mods & upgrades (33” tires, Level kit, wheels, lighting) After a year of ownership, this truck has seen it all: From highway miles to George Washington National Forest, towing across states, and multiple trips to the track, to pushing through water crossings and off-road trails—this is a complete, honest look at what the Chevy Colorado Trail Boss is really like to live with. My Honest Take: The 2024 Colorado Trail Boss has been surprisingly solid overall. While there are a few concerns (like the 8-speed transmission and dealership experience), the truck delivers where it matters—power, towing, off-road performance, and daily usability. Would I buy it again after 1 year? Watch to find out. Truck Setup (Current Mods): 33” All-Terrain Tires 17” Wheels Leveling Kit (1” spacers) Lighting upgrades Factory skid plates / underbody protection If you’re considering a 2023–2026 Chevy Colorado, this video should give you a real-world perspective before you buy. 👍 If you enjoy honest truck reviews, off-roading content, and real ownership experiences, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to Driven276. Chapters 00:00 1 Year Later… Was It Worth It? 00:38 Why This Video Is Backwards (Trust Me) 01:20 27,000 Miles Later – The Real Experience 02:10 Where This Truck Has Been (Track, Towing, Trails) 03:30 The 10K Mile Problem… 05:05 Real Maintenance Costs (DIY vs Dealer) 💰 06:30 Oil Consumption Truth (TurboMax) 07:55 Are the Brakes Already Going Bad? 09:05 My Biggest Concern (Long-Term) 🌲 OFF-ROAD – CANEY CREEK 10:28 Straight to the Trail (No More Talking) 11:35 What This Trail Is Rated (Should Be Easy…) 13:00 First River Crossing 🌊 14:50 This Trail Gets Interesting… 17:40 Not As Easy As Expected 21:30 Things Start Getting Tight 25:45 Decision Point Ahead… 27:30 Risk It or Turn Around? 😅 29:15 I Went For It… 32:15 This Was the Hardest Section 34:40 Did It Make It Out Clean? 🏁 FINAL VERDICT 36:13 After All That… Here’s the Truth 37:05 Off-Road Performance After 1 Year 38:00 Trail Boss vs Jeep (Real Difference) 38:55 Towing a Mustang – Still Impressed? 39:45 Would I Trust This Long-Term? 40:30 Final Answer – Would I Buy It Again? ⚡️ Check out more of my 2024 Chevy Colorado content here:    • Chevy Colorado Trail Boss Mods, Installs &...   For Collaboration Interest Contact: Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram:  / driven276   📧[email protected] lillyphotography276.com bio.site/Driven276 Merch: https://tee.pub/lic/u8YyfI4syhU 🔗 Affiliate & Sponsor Links I’m part of the Amazon Associates Program. I may earn a commission from purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you. This helps support Driven276 and future videos 🚗💨. If you would like to purchase your own Wolfbox G900 Tripro you can do so here (Affiliate Link): https://hangzhoutanlinktechnologycolt... 🚨 Exclusive #hawkglowled Discount for Driven276 Viewers! Drive15 Link to Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/28drc267 🔥 Exclusive for Driven276 Viewers – Get 10% OFF MostPlus Soft Tri-Fold Bed Covers with code DRIVEN276 at 👉 www.mostplusauto.com Lighting: MIC Tuning 8 Gang Switch Panel: https://amzn.to/4e5Pfcd -Colorado Go Rhino Ditch Light Brackets: https://amzn.to/4oL7DtF -Auxito Reverse Tail Lights https://amzn.to/45DjMrZ -Interior Lights LASFIT 194 LED Bulb 6000K White, T10 168 2825 W5W LED Replacement Light Bulbs, For Dome Map Light, Door Light, Courtesy Light, License Plate Light, Trunk Light, Super Bright (Pack of 6): https://amzn.to/4fD9i0t Exterior: -Tyger Auto Sidesteps: https://amzn.to/47tIHkg 🎶 provided by: Soundstripe Hash Tags #chevycolorado #coloradotrailboss #truckreview #offroad #overlanding #trailboss #chevytrucks #Driven276 #truckmods #gmccanyon #automotivereview #review #modified #drivenlife #pickuptruck #automobile