The 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado Headlights
Technical Features and Benefits
The Chevrolet Colorado is an excellent midsize truck that requires regular maintenance to maintain its functionality and aesthetics. Among these regular maintenance requirements, one crucial aspect is the vehicle's headlights. Specifically this discussion will revolve around the 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado Headlights, discussing their technical features, their aftermarket applications, and complimentary upgrades often performed alongside these parts. The headlights of a vehicle are essential safety features and greatly add to the aesthetic appeal of the car. The 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado Headlights are defined by advanced technological features that contribute to the car’s high performance. These headlights are equipped with high-intensity discharge (HID) bulbs or light-emitting diodes (LEDs), based on the model and the year. The LED models come with increased energy efficiency and longevity; they can last up to 50,000 hours. The HID counterparts produce a more powerful light output and are known for their distinct bluish-white light. The Chevy Colorado headlights for these model years also come with projector lenses, designed to focus the light, offering a more concentrated and directed beam and effectively increasing visibility. In addition to the primary features, some of the models also have daytime running lights (DRL) that automatically turn on when the vehicle is in motion, enhancing visibility during the daytime and ensuring increased safety.Aftermarket Applications
The 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado Headlights have robust aftermarket applications. Replacement headlights from the aftermarket not only improve visibility but also give the vehicle a custom look. The most common aftermarket headlights for the Chevy Colorado include halogen bulbs, HID, and LED bulbs. Halogen bulbs are a cost-effective alternative, but they may offer a reduced lifespan in comparison to the others. HID and LED aftermarket headlights provide an upgrade in brightness and lifespan, but at a higher cost. Installing aftermarket headlights may necessitate some changes to the vehicle's existing electrical system. This includes adding a separate ballast for HID bulbs. For LED bulbs, which have integrated circuitry to balance power requirements, no additional hardware is necessary. Consumers often opt for "plug and play" options, meaning the bulbs will fit into the existing headlight housing and connect to the factory power harness.Complimentary Upgrades
In addition to 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado Headlights installations and upgrades, owners frequently opt for complimentary aftermarket upgrades. These include fog lights, light bars, tail lights, and turn signals. Fog lights enhance visibility during poor weather conditions like fog, rain, or snow. Light bars, often mounted on top of the vehicle or within the grille, serve a dual purpose as aesthetic enhancements and as functional improvements for off-road driving. Tail lights and turn signals are upgraded to improve visibility to other drivers. The 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado is a versatile, highly customizable vehicle, where owners can enhance its appearance and performance by upgrading the headlights. The range of aftermarket headlights and relevant accessory upgrades offer tremendous opportunities for personalization while also improving safety and visibility.Fitment Includes:
- 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Chevy Colorado
- Base, LT, WT, Z71, ZR2
*Please see product pages for any exceptions
