Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB towing capacity by year
The Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB has tow data across 9 model years, from 2004 through 2012. The most recent 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB carries a maximum tow rating of 4,000 lb. The highest tow rating recorded for the nameplate was the 2008 model year at 5,500 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Chevrolet Colorado Regular 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 Regular CAB max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Chevrolet Colorado Regular 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 Regular CAB years (2008–2012)
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 3 | 5,500 |
Older Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB years (2004–2007)
Earlier model years for the Chevrolet Colorado Regular 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado Regular CAB | 2 | 4,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.