2023 Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity Chart by 2.7L Engine Tune
2023 Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity Chart by 2.7L Engine Tune with application chart, generation boundaries.
Chevrolet rates the 2023 Colorado at 3,500 lb with the 237-hp 2.7L Turbo and as high as 7,700 lb with the 2.7L Turbo Plus or High-Output tune. The off-road ZR2 is capped at 6,000 lb even though it uses the High-Output engine.
Chevrolet rates the 2023 Colorado at 3,500 lb with the 237-hp 2.7L Turbo and as high as 7,700 lb with the 2.7L Turbo Plus or High-Output tune. The off-road ZR2 is capped at 6,000 lb even though it uses the High-Output engine.
This chart is for the redesigned U.S.-market 2023 Colorado. It does not apply to a 2022-or-earlier truck, a different model year or a truck lacking the equipment required by its trailering label and guide.
Interactive 2023 Colorado specification guide
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Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity Chart
| APPLICATION / ITEM | SPECIFICATION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| 2.7L Turbo | 3,500 lb | 237 hp; 259 lb-ft |
| 2.7L Turbo Plus | 7,700 lb | 310 hp; 390 lb-ft |
| 2.7L Turbo High-Output | Up to 7,700 lb | 310 hp; 430 lb-ft |
| ZR2 with High-Output | 6,000 lb max | Off-road configuration has a lower limit |
Treat the engine badge as only the first check. Cab, trim, drivetrain, axle, hitch and trailering equipment still matter, and occupants, cargo, accessories and trailer tongue weight consume payload. Confirm the truck's certification labels and owner information before connecting a trailer.
Application boundaries for 2023 Colorado
This chart is for the redesigned U.S.-market 2023 Colorado. It does not apply to a 2022-or-earlier truck, a different model year or a truck lacking the equipment required by its trailering label and guide.
Treat the engine badge as only the first check. Cab, trim, drivetrain, axle, hitch and trailering equipment still matter, and occupants, cargo, accessories and trailer tongue weight consume payload. Confirm the truck's certification labels and owner information before connecting a trailer.
Chevrolet 2023 Colorado specifications can change by model year, engine, platform, wheel, and installed component. Confirm the VIN or engine identity, part numbers, fastener condition, and the current manufacturer instructions before service.
Procedures used with this specification
These steps are the same for every vehicle in this family, so they are documented once rather than repeated on each page. The values above remain specific to this Chevrolet 2023 Colorado.
2023 Chevy Colorado Towing Capacity Chart by 2.7L Engine Tune FAQs
How much can a 2023 Chevy Colorado tow?+
3,500 lb with the 237-hp 2.7L Turbo, and as much as 7,700 lb with the 2.7L Turbo Plus (310 hp, 390 lb-ft) or the High-Output tune (310 hp, 430 lb-ft).
Why is the ZR2 rated lower than its engine allows?+
The ZR2 is capped at 6,000 lb even though it uses the High-Output engine. Its off-road configuration sets the limit, so the engine tune alone does not establish the rating.
Does the engine badge tell me the towing rating?+
Only partly. All three 2023 ratings come from the same 2.7L displacement, so cab, trim, drivetrain, axle, hitch and trailering equipment still decide which row applies.
Does this chart apply to a 2022 Colorado?+
No. It is for the redesigned U.S.-market 2023 truck. A 2022-or-earlier Colorado, a different model year, or a truck missing the equipment its trailering label requires must be checked against its own guide.
Technical sources
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12023 Chevrolet Colorado factory specificationsPrimary Chevrolet specifications listing 3,500 lb for the 2.7L Turbo, 7,700 lb for Turbo Plus and up to 7,700 lb for Turbo High-Output, with the ZR2 limited to 6,000 lb.↗