No Ranger Raptor? No Problem, Chevrolet Introduces Off-Road Components For The Colorado ZR2

Ford introduced a handful of new accessories for the 2019 Ranger earlier today and Chevrolet is firing back by introducing factory “race components” for the Colorado ZR2.

Jointly developed by Chevrolet Performance, Multimatic and Hall Racing, the components have been developed and tested during 10,000 miles (16,093 km) of off-road racing. As part of this effort, a modified Colorado ZR2 competed in last year’s Vegas to Reno off-road race.

An assortment of different options are available including a 1.5 inch body lift kit ($937.50) which will enable owners to install “popular off-road tire options.” The company also offers other basics such as a heavy-duty driveshaft ($518.75) and an aluminum differential cover ($687.50). Another notable option is the ZR2 front lift kit ($562.50) which increases the front ride height by up to 1.25 inches to provide a “more level stance.”

To appease more hardcore fans, the company will offer front and rear long travel DSSV shocks. The front shocks increase overall suspension travel by 15%, while the rear shocks offer improvements of 10%. That’s impressive, but they cost $4,187.50 front and $4,000 rear. The front shocks also require the high angle upper control arm ball joint system which is included as part of the $562.50 front lift kit package.

Other options include long travel leaf springs ($3,312.50), rear jounce shocks ($1,543.75) and special half shafts.

A total of 15 components will be rolled out altogether and customers can purchase them la carte or as a complete package. However, some components are only available for the petrol-powered truck and need to be installed with other options.

Speaking of engines, they don’t receive any upgrades. That’s unfortunate, but the standard model features a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 308 hp (230 kW / 312 PS) and 275 lb-ft (373 Nm) of torque. The truck can also be equipped with an optional 2.8-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel which churns out 186 hp (135 kW / 188 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque.