2026 Model Year
Source: Official Chevrolet Towing Guide

Chevrolet COLORADO
Towing Capacity

9 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

7,700lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2026 Chevrolet COLORADO

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TONGUE WEIGHT ESTIMATOR

ESTIMATE REAL-WORLD TONGUE WEIGHT BEFORE YOU TOW

Maximum loaded weight of your trailer

ADD REAL-WORLD EXTRAS

Propane tanks (20 lb)
0
× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
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× 60 lbs
Fresh water (gal)
0
× 8.3 lbs

Enter your trailer GVWR to calculate estimated tongue weight.

Towing Calculator

Driver Weight (lbs)
Passengers
Avg Passenger Weight (lbs)
Bed Cargo Weight (lbs)
Hitch + WDH Equipment (lbs)

Ball hitch: 30–50 lbs · WDH: 100–200 lbs

Trailer Tongue Weight (lbs)
Max Rated
7,700
lbs · OEM rating
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Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
=
Available to Tow
7,700
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
Max tongue weight for this config: 770 lbs

Uses SAE J2807 standard (150 lb driver baseline). Always verify ratings with your owner's manual and dealer before towing.

2.7L I4 gasoline
310 hp · 430 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
MAX7,700lbs
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
310 hp · 430 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
MAX7,700lbs
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
310 hp · 430 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
MAX7,700lbs
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
310 hp · 430 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
MAX7,700lbs
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
310 hp · 430 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
237 hp · 260 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
3,500lbs
pkg req.
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
237 hp · 260 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
3,500lbs
pkg req.
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
237 hp · 260 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
3,500lbs
pkg req.
—
2.7L I4 gasoline
237 hp · 260 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
3,500lbs
pkg req.
—

* Amber values indicate highest available tow rating for current filter. "pkg req." = tow package required.

⚠ IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE TOWING

Figures shown are base configuration ratings from official manufacturer towing guides. Your actual capacity may differ based on installed options and accessories. For non-HD trucks, payload is often the limiting factor — not tow rating. Always check: (1) the yellow sticker on your driver door jamb for actual payload, (2) your hitch receiver weight rating, and (3) real-world tongue weight including propane, batteries and water.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2026 Chevrolet COLORADO can tow between 3,500 and 7,700 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 7,700 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 2.7L I4 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2026 Chevrolet COLORADO, rated at up to 7,700 lbs. It produces 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque.

The maximum towing capacity of 7,700 lbs is achievable without a tow package on the top configuration. However, 4 of the 9 available configurations do require a tow package to reach their rated capacity.

On the 2026 Chevrolet COLORADO, the 4WD configuration tows more — up to 7,700 lbs versus 7,700 lbs for 2WD, a difference of 0 lbs. The 4WD variant's advantage comes from a lower curb weight, which directly increases available towing capacity.

The Crew Cab cab tows the most on the 2026 Chevrolet COLORADO, rated up to 7,700 lbs. Other cab styles are: Double Cab (7,700 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2026 Chevrolet COLORADO ranges from 600–770 lbs depending on configuration. Tongue weight — the downward force your trailer hitch applies to the truck — should be kept between 10% and 15% of your total trailer weight. Exceeding the tongue weight limit can cause trailer sway and loss of steering control even when within the max tow rating.