2000 Chevrolet S 10 towing capacity
The 2000 Chevrolet S 10 is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,900 to 6,400 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,400 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2000 Chevrolet S 10 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4x2 Regular Cab 108.3 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 3.73 | 6,400 | 4,200 | 3,040 | 1,160 |
| LS 4x2 Regular Cab 108.3 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 3.73 | 6,400 | 4,200 | 3,040 | 1,160 |
| Base 4x2 Regular Cab 117.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 3.73 | 6,400 | 4,600 | 3,112 | 1,488 |
| LS 4x2 Regular Cab 117.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 3.73 | 6,400 | 4,600 | 3,112 | 1,488 |
| Base 4x2 Extended Cab 122.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 4.1 | 6,400 | 4,600 | 3,225 | 1,375 |
| LS 4x2 Extended Cab 122.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 140 | 4.1 | 6,400 | 4,600 | 3,225 | 1,375 |
| Base 4x4 Regular Cab 108.3 in. WB | — | 190 | 250 | 3.42 | 5,900 | 5,150 | 3,596 | 1,554 |
| LS 4x4 Regular Cab 108.3 in. WB | — | 190 | 250 | 3.42 | 5,900 | 5,150 | 3,596 | 1,554 |
| Base 4x4 Extended Cab 122.9 in. WB | — | 190 | 250 | 3.42 | 5,900 | 4,650 | 3,752 | 898 |
| LS 4x4 Extended Cab 122.9 in. WB | — | 190 | 250 | 3.42 | 5,900 | 4,650 | 3,752 | 898 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1999
The 1999 Chevrolet S 10 carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2000 model adds 2,900 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 1999 Chevrolet S 10 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2000 Chevrolet models
The rest of Chevrolet's 2000 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2000 Chevrolet 2500 HD Extended CAB | 11,200 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Extended CAB | 11,200 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Extended CAB | 11,200 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Regular CAB | 11,200 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 11,000 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | 10,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.