Gardner GM’s 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Towing & Payload Guide
New Chevrolet Colorado Engine Specifications & Towing Features at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC
Driven by a 2.7 L TurboMax engine with up to 310 horsepower, 430 pound-feet of torque, and a 7,700 lb towing capacity supported by a 2,046 lb payload, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is an ideal choice for drivers seeking a truck for work and recreation. From landscaping utility trailers to large pop-up campers, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado has your back for day-to-day work and family vacation plans.
Keep reading as our experts show off the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado’s engine specifications and towing features like hitch view & guidance, an integrated trailer brake controller, in-vehicle trailering app with pre-departure checklists & tests, and an automatic locking rear differential to better control your traction for heavier, more challenging towing. You can also book your test drive with us at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC in Hope, BC for a first-hand look at the 2026 Colorado’s capability!
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How Strong is the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado’s Engine?
Under the hood of the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is a 2.7 L TurboMax engine with 310 horsepower and best-in-class standard torque up to 430 pound-feet. Towing power reaches 7,700 lbs of muscle supported by a 2,046 lb max payload, with on-road towing performance optimized by the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado’s available Tow/Haul mode on select models.
| 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Engine Specifications | |
| Engine Type | 2.7 L TurboMax |
| Horsepower | 310 |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) | 430 |
| Max Towing (kg / lb) | 3,493 / 7,700 |
| Max Payload (kg / lb) | 928 / 2,046 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
What Can a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Tow?
Now you’ve seen the stats, you’re probably wondering: what does 7,700 lbs of towing capacity and a 2,046 lb payload translate to on-road? With applications for work and recreation, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado’s offerings are impressive, contending with loads like horse trailers, utility trailers, campers, or even certain boats if you’re celebrating the return of summer weather with a day on the water:
- Medium-Sized Powerboat, Ski Boat, or Fibreglass Fishing Boat
- Standard-Sized Travel Trailer
- Large Pop-Up Camper
- Open Car Trailer with a Midsize Sedan or ATV/UTV
- Single or Double Stall Horse Trailer
- Landscaping Utility Trailer
What Towing Features Are On Board the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
To achieve its feats of strength, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado relies on a selection of standard and available towing features that improve your around-trailer visibility, pre-departure preparedness, hitch process, and optimizes your traction for steadier towing:
- Hitch Guidance with Hitch View: A camera system that allows you to zoom in on your trailer hitch and perfectly line up your truck.
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller: Adjust your trailer’s braking force right from the cabin of your 2026 Chevrolet Colorado.
- In-Vehicle Trailering App: Monitor your trailer tire pressure & lights, and check off comprehensive pre-departure lists for total peace of mind before starting a job.
- Automatic Locking Rear Differential: Improve your traction and control when pulling heavy loads.
Shop the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC
Upgrade your towing jobs with the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, available now at the Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC showroom in Hope, BC! Come on down and let our experts pair you with your ideal truck, trim, and accessories, and finance your new work vehicle at a rate that suits your budget.