2025 Chevrolet Colorado — Crew Cab only
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — [PDF] 2025 Colorado Trailering1 - Chevrolet · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
7,700
lbs / 3,493 kg
Engine Variants
2 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum 7,700 lbs achieved with 2.7L TurboMax, 3.42 axle ratio, Crew Cab, 2WD or 4WD. 2WD requires Trailering Package. 4WD requires Trailering Package and limited-slip differential. ZR2 variant is limited to 6,000 lbs (4WD only).
⚠ Important
Peak 7,700 lb: 2.7L TurboMax, Crew Cab, 2WD or 4WD, 3.42 axle ratio, with Trailering Package (4WD also requires limited-slip differential) (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 6,000 lb: 2.7L TurboMax (ZR2), Crew Cab, 4WD, 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.
Different configuration? Look it up
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:
Prose overview
The 2025 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 2025 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.
Related tow ratings
2025 Chevrolet Colorado towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado?
A properly equipped 2025 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 2025 Chevrolet Colorado need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2025 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 2025 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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