Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
11349743) - 2018 - crc - 10/12/17
Driving and Operating
263
SAE J2807 Compliant
Engine
Axle Ratio
Maximum Trailer Weight
GCWR (a)
2.5L L4
4.10
1 587 kg (3,500 lb)
3 856 kg (8,500 lb)
3.6L V6
3.42
3 175 kg (7,000 lb)
5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
3.6L V6 (ZR2)
3.42
2 268 kg (5,000 lb)
4 672 kg (10,300 lb)
(a) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle
and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be
exceeded.
Ask your dealer for trailering
information or advice.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue weight load (1) of any
trailer is very important because it is
also part of the vehicle weight. The
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
includes the curb weight of the
vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and
the people who will be riding in the
vehicle as well as trailer tongue
weight. Vehicle options, equipment,
passengers, and cargo in the
vehicle reduce the amount of
tongue weight the vehicle can carry,
which will also reduce the trailer
weight the vehicle can tow.
In general, trailer tongue weight (1)
should be 10
–
15% of the loaded
trailer weight (2). Some specific
trailer types, such as boat trailers,
fall outside of this range. Refer to
the trailer owner
’
s manual for the
recommended trailer tongue weight.
In all cases, do not exceed the
maximum loads for the vehicle
series and hitch type.
Do not exceed the maximum
allowable tongue weight for the
vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch
extension that will position the hitch
ball closest to the vehicle. This will
help reduce the effect of trailer
tongue weight on the rear axle.