Ready for hard work on the jobsite and those unforgiving trails, the 2026 Chevy Colorado channels serious performance with its robust 2.7L TurboMax™ engine. Whatever challenges or adventures lay ahead, this mid-size pickup truck has the capability to adapt and get the job done. Learn more about the powertrain capabilities of the 2026 Chevy Colorado with this engine and towing guide prepared by the team at Don Brown Chevrolet.
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Forge new trails with the commanding power and capability of the 2.7L TurboMax inline four-cylinder (I4) engine that is standard in each 2026 Chevy Colorado trim. Delivering an assertive 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque and matched with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the 2.7L TurboMax balances hardy performance with impressive fuel efficiency. The Chevy Colorado matches its dynamic output with commendable fuel efficiency, enhancing everyday practicality with 19 city and 24 highway MPG.
View engine specifications in the accompanying table.
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado provides confident performance and capability across a wide range of road and terrain conditions. Choose between two-wheel drive (2WD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) drivetrain options, each adapting to specific driving demands. Five selectable drive modes, including normal, off-road, terrain, Baja, and tow/haul, optimize control and responsiveness wherever the workday or weekend excursion takes you. A rear air suspension system further enhances ride quality and stability, supporting balanced comfort and composed handling on more challenging landscapes.
Built for confident light-duty hauling, the 2026 Chevy Colorado is ready to take work equipment to the jobsite or your weekend toys and adventure gear to the campground or lake for summertime fun. Properly equipped with the Advanced Trailering Package, most trims can tow up to 7,700 pounds, while the off-road-focused ZR2 maintains a 6,000-pound tow rating to support its trail-bred design. Intelligent towing technologies, including an integrated trailering app and hitch guidance camera, enhance hauling confidence. For added versatility, the 2WD engine configuration boasts a higher payload capacity at 1,846 pounds.
View towing and payload specifications in the accompanying table.
| Engine | 2.7L TurboMax | 2.7L TurboMax (ZR2) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axle Ratio | 3.42 | ||
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 7,700 lbs | 6,000 lbs. | |
| Max. Payload Capacity | 1,846 lbs. | 1,733 lbs. | 1,445 lbs. |
When unforgiving terrain awaits, the 2026 Chevy Colorado rises to the challenge with a selection of off-road performance features designed for select trims that are ready for serious exploration. The Trail Boss boasts a factory-installed 2-inch lift, while the ZR2 trim ups the ante for more hardcore trail commands with a 3-inch lift, advanced Multimatic™ DSSV dampers, and aggressive mud-terrain tires. For more extreme off-road capability, the ZR2 Bison Edition features 12.2 inches of ground clearance, 35-inch mud-terrain tires, and fortified steel skid plates.
Bolster your off-road traction and control with available driver-selectable full-locking front and rear differentials. Take capability to the next level with the available Autotrac® two-speed transfer case for traversing more unpredictable terrain. Maintain a watchful eye on the trails with available underbody cameras for enhanced ground-level monitoring on the move.
Available off-road features include:
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