Negotiating leverage
36
moderate leverage / 100
~54 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Chevrolet Colorado Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$26,481
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$11,500$42,285
- Typical market range
- $21,500–$29,976
- Ridekick fair price
- $26,481
- Original MSRP range
- $27,598–$48,348
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
54
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,390–$26,494
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,598 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Truck | $21,653 | $29,100 | $26,772–$27,936 |
| LT | $23,032 | $29,700 | $27,324–$28,512 |
| wt | — | $27,598 | $25,390–$26,494 |
| Z71 | $28,709 | $37,000 | $34,040–$35,520 |
| ZR2 | $32,984 | $48,348 | $44,480–$46,414 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$19,517$35,001$50,484
Fair priceWork Truck
$21,653
Work Truck: fair price $21,653, original MSRP $29,100, estimated dealer cost $26,772 to $27,936.
LT
$23,032
LT: fair price $23,032, original MSRP $29,700, estimated dealer cost $27,324 to $28,512.
wt
—
wt: fair price not available, original MSRP $27,598, estimated dealer cost $25,390 to $26,494.
Z71
$28,709
Z71: fair price $28,709, original MSRP $37,000, estimated dealer cost $34,040 to $35,520.
ZR2
$32,984
ZR2: fair price $32,984, original MSRP $48,348, estimated dealer cost $44,480 to $46,414.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado runs about $27,444 in MT to $29,958 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,967 | $110+ | $29,210 |
| TX | $1,696 | $332 | $29,161 |
| FL | $1,628 | $1,074+ | $29,835 |
| NY | $1,085 | $371 | $28,589 |
| PA | $1,628 | $587 | $29,348 |
| IL | $1,696 | $683 | $29,512 |
| OH | $1,560 | $444 | $29,137 |
| GA | $1,899 | $637 | $29,669 |
| NC | $814 | $793 | $28,740 |
| WA | $1,764 | $215+ | $29,112 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $27,658 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado.
SEAT BELTS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
Campaign 20V811000 · 23/12/2020
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $26,481, within a typical market range of $21,500 to $29,976.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,598, so a fair used price is roughly $1,117 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $27,444 in MT to $29,958 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado?
There are about 54 days of national market supply for the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado?
Negotiating leverage rates 36/100 (moderate). ~54 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,390–$26,494 — its $27,598 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/15/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.