2026 Chevrolet Colorado LT: Kirkland Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: 2026 Colorado LT
The LT starts at $36,000 MSRP, before the $2,095 destination charge, and a 4WD LT is listed at $39,300. It's the first Colorado to add convenience equipment on top of the basics: the EZ Lift and Lower tailgate, remote start and keyless access, with wireless charging available. It still uses the 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft) and 8-speed automatic, and it's the last trim in the lineup where you can choose 2WD. Max towing is 7,700 lbs with the $945 Advanced Trailering Package, 3,500 lbs without it.
The trim for people who use the truck every day
If the Colorado is going to be your only vehicle (the grocery run, the commute down I-405, the Saturday trip to the hardware store), the LT is where the small conveniences start to add up. Remote start tends to get noticed first, not because Eastside winters are brutal but because a damp, fogged-up windshield at 6:40 on a November morning is miserable. Keyless access means the key stays in a pocket while you're juggling a bag in the rain. And the EZ Lift and Lower tailgate takes some of the effort out of closing a bed that sits at a truck's height.
What the money looks like
The LT sits $2,455 above the Custom and $3,600 above the WT. Add 4WD and the number becomes $39,300, which is only about $1,200 shy of the Trail Boss at $40,500. That's the reason to think carefully here: if all you wanted from 4WD was traction on wet gravel roads and snowy trips east of Issaquah, a 4WD LT delivers it with the comforts. If you also want a factory lift, all-terrain tires and an off-road display, the extra $1,200 for the Trail Boss buys hardware the LT can't match.
The last trim with a 2WD option
Trail Boss, Z71 and ZR2 are all 4WD only, so the LT is the final spot on the ladder where two-wheel drive is on the menu. For a Kirkland, Bellevue or Redmond commuter whose weekends rarely involve anything steeper than a driveway, that's a sensible way to keep the price down. EPA ratings are 19 city, 24 highway and 21 combined for 2WD, and 17, 22 and 19 for 4WD on standard tires.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Colorado LT add over the Custom?
The EZ Lift and Lower tailgate, remote start and keyless access, with wireless charging available, for $2,455 more at the starting MSRP.
How much is a Colorado LT with 4WD?
A 4WD LT is listed at $39,300 MSRP before the $2,095 destination charge, versus $36,000 for the 2WD version.
Is the LT a good daily-driver trim?
For most commuters it's the sweet spot, since the keyless access and remote start are things you notice every day, while the off-road hardware on the higher trims is something many drivers never use.
Can the LT tow 7,700 lbs?
Only with the $945 Advanced Trailering Package. Without it the LT is rated at 3,500 lbs.
Is the Colorado LT worth it over the Trail Boss?
It depends on the terrain. A 4WD LT costs about $1,200 less than a Trail Boss, so if you want comfort and everyday convenience, the LT works; if you plan to leave the pavement regularly, the Trail Boss's lift and tires are built for it.
The bottom line
The LT is the Colorado that makes sense for a lot of Eastside households: well equipped, easy to live with, and priced before the off-road hardware begins. Compare it with the Trail Boss guide if 4WD is on your list, then see what's in stock on the new Colorado inventory page at Lee Johnson Chevrolet.
MSRP figures exclude the $2,095 destination charge, taxes, licensing and any dealer fees or installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Fuel economy and towing figures are manufacturer and EPA estimates that vary by configuration; see the Owner's Manual or Lee Johnson Chevrolet for vehicle-specific ratings. Equipment and availability can change with production timing, so confirm current specifications with the dealer.