Model year guide

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined17–21 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab MPG & running costs

Combined17–21 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,633
EPA size classStandard Pickup Trucks 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,167 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,165
Fuel only$18,165
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
207.1 in
Width
68.5 in
Height
63.8–68.1 in
Wheelbase
126.0 in
Curb weight
3,752–4,001 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab trims & engines on record

Engines
3.5L 5-cyl

2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab vehicles on record

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2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab get?

The 2005 Chevrolet colorado crew cab has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.