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2022 Chevrolet Colorado Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2022 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab or Extended Cab 4x4 with Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel 4-cylinder engine and Trailering Package

⚠ Pending verification

Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.

Source: OEM towing guide2022 Chevrolet Trailering Guide · retrieved 2026-07-02

Max Towing Capacity

7,700

lbs / 3,493 kg

Payload

Hitch Class

Class III

GCWR

12,700 lbs

Engine Variants

3 variants

Trim Notes

Maximum 7,700 lbs achieved with Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel 4-cylinder engine, Extended Cab or Crew Cab 4x4 (non-ZR2), with Trailering Package, 3.42 axle ratio, GCWR 12,700 lbs. Without Trailering Package, 3.6L V6 is limited to 3,500 lbs (requires accessory trailer hitch and wiring harness). ZR2 variants are capped at 5,000 lbs regardless of engine.

⚠ Important

Peak 7,700 lb: Duramax 2.8L Turbo-Diesel 4-cylinder, Extended Cab or Crew Cab, 2WD or 4x4 (non-ZR2), 3.42 axle ratio, with Trailering Package implied by engine (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 7,000 lb: 3.6L V6 with Trailering Package, Extended Cab or Crew Cab, 2WD or 4x4, 3.42 axle ratio.

◆ Gear you may need

Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.

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The 7,700 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:

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Prose overview

The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado carries a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2022 Chevrolet Colorados on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.

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2022 Chevrolet Colorado towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

A properly equipped 2022 Chevrolet Colorado is rated to tow up to 7,700 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.

What hitch class does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.

Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.

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