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Chevy’s Elusive Ranger Raptor Rival Is Getting Another Run

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Chevrolet is reportedly planning to reintroduce the Colorado ZR2 Desert Boss special edition for the 2027 model year. This move positions the mid-size truck as a direct market competitor to the Ford Ranger Raptor.
- 01Chevrolet will revive the specialized Desert Boss trim level in 2027
- 02The model serves as a high-performance alternative to the Ford Ranger Raptor
- 03Release details follow previous limited availability of the off-road focused pickup series
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A new report indicates that the Golden Bowtie's special Desert Boss truck is destined to return in 2027.