How wide is the bed of a Chevy Colorado truck?
Across both bed lengths, the Chevy Colorado’s bed is roughly 50 inches wide between the inner sidewalls, with about 44 to 46 inches of usable width between the wheel wells. Measurements come from the latest Chevrolet specifications and can vary slightly by year and trim.
Bed width and bed length in the Colorado lineup
Two bed lengths
The Colorado is offered with two bed lengths — 5 feet 2 inches (short bed) and 6 feet 2 inches (long bed) — but the bed width remains essentially the same. The interior width across the bed is about 50 inches, while the wheel wells intrude into the floor, reducing usable width to roughly 44–46 inches at the narrowest point.
Key figures to keep in mind when planning cargo:
- Interior width between the bed's side walls: about 50 inches
- Usable width between the wheel wells: about 44–46 inches
These dimensions help you estimate what cargo fits in the bed and how to secure items, regardless of whether you choose the short bed or long bed configuration.
Bed lengths and practical implications
The short bed (5'2") and long bed (6'2") primarily differ in length; width remains constant for both. For most users, the choice of bed length affects cargo length rather than width, and securing items still relies on the same interior width measurements and tie-down points along the bed rails.
Notes on accuracy and year-to-year variation
While Chevrolet’s current-spec sheets show roughly the same interior width across Colorado models, small changes can occur with different model years, trims, or optional bed liners and wheel/tire packages. For the exact measurement of a specific vehicle, consult the owner's manual or Chevrolet's official spec sheet for that model year.
Summary
The Chevy Colorado bed is about 50 inches wide between the inner walls, with usable width of roughly 44–46 inches between the wheel wells. This holds true for both the 5'2" short bed and the 6'2" long bed in most recent generations, though exact figures can vary slightly by year and trim.
