2022 Chevy Colorado Engine Options & Towing | Huntington, IN

The 2022 Chevy Colorado is a hard-working mid-size pickup with the strength to take on the challenges of work, play, and anything in between. However you define “adventure,” it’s important to select a powertrain that can withstand the demands of everyday driving, off-road fun, and light-duty hauling. Our experts at Lakeside Huntington Chevrolet in Huntington, IN, have created this guide to the 2022 Chevy Colorado engine options and towing capabilities for your research.

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2022 Chevy Colorado 2.8L Diesel vs. 3.6L V6: Engine Specs & Towing Differences

The 2022 Chevy Colorado is available with three engine options and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) so you can choose the performance needed for your adventurous lifestyle. A six- or eight-speed automatic transmission is available depending on the engine, to ensure smooth acceleration and optimal towing capability. View the 2022 Chevy Colorado engine options and performance specifications in the accompanying table.

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Engine	2.5L I4	3.6L V6	2.8L Duramax® turbo diesel I4
Horsepower	200 HP	308 HP	181 HP
Torque	191 lb.-ft.	275 lb.-ft.	369 lb.-ft.
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD / 4WD	RWD / 4WD
Towing Capacity	3,500 lbs.	7,000 lbs.	7,700 lbs.
MPG (city/hwy)	19 / 25	18 / 25	20 / 30

2.5L I4 Engine

The 2.5L I4 engine is the base Colorado engine, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, RWD, and a 4.10 axle ratio. This efficient gas engine provides ample power and optimal fuel economy and is ideal for everyday driving. The 2.5L four-cylinder engine offers a maximum payload capacity of 1,574 pounds and a conventional towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.

3.6L V6 Engine

The powerful 3.6L V6 engine, available across the Colorado lineup, is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, a 3.42 axle ratio, and can be equipped with RWD or 4WD. This potent engine offers an excellent balance of performance, fuel economy, and towing capability. The 3.6L V6 engine offers a maximum payload capacity of 1,816 pounds and a conventional towing capacity of 7,000 pounds.

2.8L Duramax® Turbo Diesel I4 Engine

The 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel I4 engine, available on select trims, is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, a 3.42 axle ratio, and can be equipped with RWD or 4WD. You’ll enjoy excellent low-end torque which is ideal for heavy hauls and off-road adventures. It offers a maximum payload capacity of 2,181 pounds and a conventional towing capacity of 7,500 pounds. The 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel engine delivers the highest torque, fuel economy, and towing capacity in the Colorado family.

2022 Chevy Colorado Engine Model Availability

The 2022 Chevy Colorado is a versatile mid-size pickup truck with varying levels of performance and towing capabilities. See which engine options are available on each of the 2022 Chevy Colorado trims.

Standard Engine

Optional Engine

	2.5L I4	3.6L V6	2.8L Duramax turbo diesel I4
WT
LT
Z71
ZR2

Learn More About the 2022 Chevy Colorado

You can learn more about the 2022 Chevy Colorado mid-size pickup truck using our in-depth model review, trims guide, and other research pages.

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MPG estimates on this website are EPA estimates; your actual mileage may vary. For used vehicles, MPG estimates are EPA estimates for the vehicle when it was new. The EPA periodically modifies its MPG calculation methodology; all MPG estimates are based on the methodology in effect when the vehicles were new (please see the Fuel Economy portion of the EPA's website for details, including an MPG recalculation tool).

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