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State-specific ★★★★★ average Updated 2025

Colorado DMV (DOR) Practice Test 2025

Blend mountain-passing drills, traction law refreshers, and Front Range service workflows so the Colorado permit exam mirrors your daily drive.

Studying the handbook helps — but consistent, state-specific practice makes the real exam feel familiar and easier to handle.

Questions
25
Passing score
80% (20 correct)
Time limit
25 min
Agency
DOR

State exam briefing

Colorado’s 2025 exam balances Front Range traffic with alpine survival

Colorado drivers might tackle Denver’s US-36 express lanes in the morning, climb Loveland Pass by noon, and finish the evening on gravel ranch roads. After the 2024 Traction & Chain update, the DMV tightened focus on mountain readiness, so this 25-question exam rewards context. Rotate study nights across urban, mountain, and rural sets: first, practice express-lane signage, zipper merges, and snow-route parking bans; second, rehearse high-altitude braking, runaway truck ramp etiquette, and traction requirements; third, drill rural two-lane sharing with cyclists, wildlife, and agricultural convoys. The app quotes Colorado Revised Statutes so you see exactly which rule you’re satisfying. Wrap each session comparing Graduated Driver Licensing clock limits with cannabis-impaired driving penalties—hybrid questions like that appear frequently at DMV kiosks.

Hit these checkpoints before stepping into a Colorado DMV

  • Answer 25 questions in 25 minutes; the kiosk auto-advances if you leave a prompt unanswered for too long.
  • Four to five items cover I-70 traction laws, chain station protocol, and how to recognize Code 15 restrictions.
  • Expect express lane etiquette, especially on US-36 and I-25—memorize access gates, tolled shoulder lanes, and clean-lane entry rules.
  • Rural prompts emphasize wildlife impacts on US-285 and US-50; know safe braking distances and how to report collisions with large game.
  • At least one question quotes CRS 42-4-1007 on lane discipline or CRS 42-4-705 on Move Over requirements—know both in plain language.
Minimum age
Colorado teenagers may test at 15 if enrolled in driver education, at 15½ with a four-hour awareness course, or at 16 without coursework.
Permit fees
$16.80 instruction permit fee collected when you sit for the exam.

$11 per retake at DMV offices or partner testers.

Road skills exams are offered by third-party testers, typically $60–$75 depending on location.

State offices accept cash, card, and check. Third-party testers usually require card payment at booking.

Retest rules
You can retake the knowledge test the following business day. After four consecutive failures the DMV requires a supervisor review before reissuing an appointment.

Local statutes to flag

  • C.R.S. 42-4-1007 – Lane usage and passing restrictions on multi-lane highways.
  • C.R.S. 42-4-705 – Move Over law for emergency, utility, and maintenance vehicles.
  • C.R.S. 42-4-106(5) – Traction and chain requirements during Code 15/16 weather events.

Weather swings Colorado bakes into its permit exam

Ski-season storms blanket I-70 and US-40, so the exam stresses traction devices, lower gears, and steering into a slide. Summer monsoons drop hail on the Front Range—know how to shelter under overpasses safely. High plains crosswinds near Limon push high-profile vehicles; memorize how to adjust spacing and steer gently back to center. Wildfire smoke obscures visibility on US-550—expect questions about headlight use and recirculating cabin air.

Imagine your Lakewood appointment on a snow-dusted morning

You arrive early, boots crunching over freshly plowed sidewalks, documents tucked in a folder. After the clerk scans your appointment QR code, you breeze through the vision check, stow your gear, and sit at the kiosk. The tutorial ends and the first prompt asks about Code 15 traction—perfect, you reviewed it last night. A wildlife-collision question appears later; you recall the advice from the app, answer, and stay ahead of the clock.

State-specific ★★★★★ average Updated 2025

Guided practice for Colorado streaks, simulations & reminders that keep you exam-ready

Short, focused drills + full exam runs. Track progress weekly so the real test feels familiar and manageable.

  • Adaptive study reminders
  • Offline mode
  • Readiness score

Consistent, state-specific practice makes the real exam feel easier. Individual outcomes vary.

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State-specific question bank

Curated practice from the latest Colorado handbook — no generic filler.

  • Focused on Colorado laws & tricky edge cases
  • Explanations reference the official handbook
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Realistic timing & scoring

Simulators mirror the Colorado Department of Revenue – Division of Motor Vehicles interface so exam day feels familiar.

  • Same pacing, limits, and scoring rules
  • Readiness score shows when you’re truly ready

How it works

A simple path from practice to permit

Three focused steps designed for Colorado. Study what matters, rehearse the real pacing, and go in calm.

  1. 1

    Study what matters

    Run a quick diagnostic; the app surfaces Colorado-specific weak spots and builds your plan.

    • Targeted drills from the latest Colorado handbook
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    Simulate the real test

    Timed exams mirror Colorado Department of Revenue – Division of Motor Vehicles pacing and scoring; review each explanation right after.

    • Same limits, same rules, familiar interface
  3. 3

    Pass with confidence

    Track your readiness score and book when you’re consistently strong across topics.

    • Clear next steps and gentle reminders

Practice tools

Train the way you’ll be tested

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Road Signs Trainer

Master regulatory, warning, and guide signs with visuals built for Colorado. The app resurfaces tricky signs until they’re instinctive.

  • Image-first drills with memory hooks
  • Mix-and-match quizzes to mimic exam variety
  • Confidence score at a glance
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Exam Simulator

Full-length tests mirror the official interface: same timer, same scoring, and real-time feedback so exam day feels like rehearsal.

  • Timed runs based on the latest 2025 handbook
  • Review mode with handbook references after each session
  • Readiness score tells you when to book

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Frequently asked questions

Need-to-know answers

Colorado permit FAQ (2025)

Quick answers to the questions Colorado learners search most before exam day.

  1. Can I still take Colorado’s permit test online?

  2. What traction equipment do I need to know for the exam?

  3. Do I need a supervising adult present when I test?

  4. How long is a Colorado instruction permit valid?

  5. What if my appointment is canceled because of weather?

  6. Are interpreters or ADA accommodations available?