2017 Chevrolet Colorado towing capacity
The 2017 Chevrolet Colorado is published in 18 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,000 to 7,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,000 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WT 4x2 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,400 | 3,985 | 1,415 |
| WT 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,500 | 4,028 | 1,472 |
| WT 4x2 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 5,800 | 4,252 | 1,548 |
| WT 4x4 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,600 | 4,167 | 1,433 |
| WT 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,419 | 1,581 |
| WT 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,476 | 1,524 |
| LT 4x2 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,400 | 3,936 | 1,464 |
| LT 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,500 | 4,030 | 1,470 |
| LT 4x2 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 5,800 | 4,260 | 1,540 |
| LT 4x4 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,600 | 4,174 | 1,426 |
| LT 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,435 | 1,565 |
| LT 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,496 | 1,504 |
| Z71 4x2 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,400 | 3,994 | 1,406 |
| Z71 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,500 | 4,100 | 1,400 |
| Z71 4x2 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 5,800 | 4,294 | 1,506 |
| Z71 4x4 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,000 | 5,600 | 4,230 | 1,370 |
| Z71 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,480 | 1,520 |
| Z71 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,000 | 6,000 | 4,528 | 1,472 |
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 2016
The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado carried a maximum tow rating of 7,000 lb. The 2017 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2017 Chevrolet models
The rest of Chevrolet's 2017 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500hd | 15,000 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Crew CAB | 15,000 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 15,000 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Crew CAB | 14,500 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Regular CAB | 14,500 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 14,500 |
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.