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News: The 2027 Chevy Colorado & Canyon Midsize Trucks Will Be the Most Powerful in Their Class (with One Exception)
The Fast Lane Truck • • business
Key Points:
- The 2027 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon will feature the new 2.7L "L4B" TurboMax I4 engine, delivering 350 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque, making them the most powerful midsize pickups next year aside from the Ford Ranger Raptor.
- The L4B engine replaces the previous L3B, offering turbocharger and thermal system improvements for smoother performance with reduced noise and vibrations.
- This engine upgrade puts the Colorado and Canyon ahead of competitors like the Toyota Tacoma Hybrid, Ford Ranger, and Nissan Frontier in horsepower and torque.
- The only midsize pickup surpassing the L4B's horsepower is the Ford Ranger Raptor with its 405 hp 3.0L Ecoboost V6, while the Tacoma Hybrid produces slightly more torque at 465 lb-ft.
- GM's fleet order guide confirms the L4B engine will be available for the 2027 Colorado and Canyon models, marking a significant performance boost in the midsize truck segment.
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