Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity

2022 Chevrolet colorado with a trailer attached

The Chevrolet Colorado’s towing capacity is perfect for someone in Jamestown with light-duty tasks and loves weekend getaways, pulling a fishing boat, teardrop camper, ATVs, or snowmobiles for wilderness outings. The off-road capabilities complement the Chevy Colorado’s towing capacity to make it even more favorable for those in Westfield who spend a lot of time in the great outdoors.

Discover more details about the Chevrolet Colorado towing capacity with our guide from the team at Basil Chevrolet Inc.. We’ll also discuss the Chevy Colorado payload capacity to see how much you can haul. And our team answers the question, “What can I tow with a Chevrolet Colorado?”

What Is the Chevy Colorado’s Towing Capacity?

The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado towing capacity reaches an impressive 7,700 pounds. You need a trim with the right engine to achieve this.

2024 Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity & Engine Specs

The Chevy Colorado towing capacity varies based on the model, configuration, and drivetrain you select. Whether you need to haul your boat out of town for a weekend adventure or get some equipment to a job site in Dunkirk, this pickup has the specs to deliver. 

2.7L Turbo Engine

  • Maximum towing capacity: 3,500 pounds
  • 237 hp
  • 260 lb-ft of torque
  • Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Trim availability: Standard on the WT and LT

2.7L TurboMax High-Output Engine

  • Maximum towing capacity: 7,700 pounds
  • 310 hp
  • 430 lb-ft of torque
  • Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Trim availability: Standard on the Trail Boss and Z71, available on the WT and LT 

The maximum towing capacity on the ZR2 trim level is 6,000 pounds and 5,500 pounds for the ZR2 Bison. But these trims are built for off-roading.

Chevy Colorado Payload Capacity

The maximum Chevy Colorado payload capacity is 1,578 pounds. You’ll have plenty of weight to carry in the bed of this pickup when you’ve got supplies or equipment to go along with what you’re towing.

What Can I Tow With a Chevrolet Colorado?

Plenty. With the maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds, these are some of the things you can tow:

  • Utility trailer
  • Another vehicle when winched properly
  • ATVs
  • Small fishing boat
  • Motorboat
  • Pontoon boat
  • Snowmobiles
  • Personal watercraft
  • Livestock trailer with a couple of cattle or horses
  • Small frontloaders or equipment

Now we’ve answered, “What can I tow with a Chevrolet Colorado?” Next, we’ll look at towing features.

Chevy Colorado Towing Package & Features

To safely take advantage of the full Chevrolet Colorado towing capacity, you’ll need the assistance of the Chevy trailering package. Review the trailer safety and assistance features included in the Chevy trailering package here:

  • Consists of a 2-inch receiver hitch with 4-pin and 7-pin connectors
  • 7-wire electrical harness and 7-pin sealed connector for connecting your trailer’s lights and brakes to your vehicle
  • 4-way sealed connector for use on trailers without brakes to hook up parking lamps, brake lamps, and right and left turn signals
  • Automatic locking rear differential

Test Drive a New Chevy Colorado for Sale in Fredonia!

Ready to get behind the wheel of this new vehicle? Contact us or call (716) 351-3486 to schedule a test drive with our team. We think one of these pickups belongs in your Fredonia driveway!

Looking for a reliable mid-size Chevy truck for your Jamestown hauls? You’ll be thoroughly impressed by everything the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado has to offer. But what is this cutting-edge Chevy’s towing capacity? The 2023 Chevy Colorado towing capacity reaches up to 7,700 pounds when properly equipped, so you can haul ATVs and small campers around Westfield with ease. Learn more about the 2023 Chevy Colorado towing capabilities with the experts at Basil Chevrolet Inc. below! 

2023 Chevy Colorado Towing Capabilities & Performance Specs

Your Chevy’s towing capacity will differ based on which of the three engine options you select. The 2022 Chevy Colorado towing package also plays a major role in your truck’s towing capabilities. Regardless of which Colorado configuration you pick, you can nevertheless expect reliable power and fuel efficiency across the lineup. The new Chevy Colorado towing capacities and performance specs for each engine are as follows: 

Your Chevy’s towing capacity will vary based on which of the three engine configurations you choose. The 2023 Colorado engine is a turbocharged 2.7L Inline Four-Cylinder that comes with Standard, Plus, and High-Output tuning. Check out the Chevy Colorado towing capacities and performance specs for each engine type: 

Standard 2.7L Turbo Engine

  • Standard on Work Truck (WT) and LT Trims
  • 237 hp
  • 259 lb-ft of Torque
  • Max. Towing Capacity of 3,500 lbs.
  • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

Available 2.7L Turbo Plus Engine

  • Standard on Z71 and Trail Boss Trims
  • Available on WT and LT Trims
  • 310 hp
  • 390 lb-ft of Torque
  • Max. Towing Capacity of 7,700 lbs.
  • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

Available 2.7L Turbo High-Output Engine

  • Standard on Z42 Trim
  • 310 hp
  • 430 lb-ft of Torque
  • Max. Towing Capacity of 7,700 lbs.
  • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

Test Out the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado at Basil Chevrolet Inc. Today!

Ready to take one of our 2023 Chevy Colorado pickups for a test drive around the Dunkirk area? Then you’ll want to reach out to us at Basil Chevrolet Inc. today! Once you find a model that fits your budget and preferences, our Finance team will assist you through the rest of our car-buying process.

 

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