Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB towing capacity by year
The Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB has tow data across 17 model years, from 2004 through 2022. The most recent 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB carries a maximum tow rating of 5,000 lb. The highest tow rating recorded for the nameplate was the 2018 model year at 7,700 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB years (2018–2022)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 5 | 5,000 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 5 | 5,000 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 5 | 7,700 |
Older Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB years (2004–2017)
Earlier model years for the Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB, going back to 2004. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 5 | 7,700 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 4 | 7,700 |
| 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 4 | 7,000 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 6,000 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 6,000 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 6,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 6,000 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 5,500 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.