How much can the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado tow?

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado tows up to 7,700 lb when properly equipped (LT, 2.7L I4 310 hp, 4WD). Ratings run from 6,000 lb to 7,700 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 7,700 lb or more.

Maximum towing
7,700 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
7,700 lb
median configuration
Payload
up to 1,710 lb
people, cargo and tongue weight

What can the Colorado tow?

Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (7,700 lb) and the lowest-rated (6,000 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.

Trailer	Weight	Best-equipped	Lowest-rated
Jet ski on a trailer	~1,000 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Small utility trailer, loaded	~1,500 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Teardrop camper	~1,800 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Pop-up camper	~3,000 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Bass boat and trailer	~3,500 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Small travel trailer (20 ft)	~5,000 lb	Comfortable	Near the limit
Two-horse trailer, loaded	~7,000 lb	Near the limit	Over the rating
Mid-size travel trailer (28 ft)	~8,000 lb	Over the rating	Over the rating

Check your own trailer weight against every Colorado configuration

Colorado towing capacity by configuration

Trim	Engine	Drive	Tows	Payload
LT	2.7L I4 310 hp	4WD	7,700 lb	1,700 lb
LT	2.7L I4 310 hp	RWD	7,700 lb	1,710 lb
Trail Boss	2.7L I4 310 hp	4WD	7,700 lb	1,570 lb
Work Truck	2.7L I4 310 hp	RWD	7,700 lb	1,710 lb
Work Truck	2.7L I4 310 hp	4WD	7,700 lb	1,700 lb
Z71	2.7L I4 310 hp	4WD	7,700 lb	1,590 lb
ZR2	2.7L I4 310 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,310 lb

2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.

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