2023 Chevrolet Equinox Towing Capacity
The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox tows up to 1,500 lb.
2 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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1,500lb trailer
1.5L turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder AWD, AWD, 3.87 axle
- GCWR
- 5,467
- Axle
- 3.87
- Hitch
- Class I
Every 2023 Equinox configuration
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | GCWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder AWD | AWD | 3.87 | — | 1,5002023 Chevrolet Trailering Guide, p. 49 · 16 Sep 2026 | 5,467 | Class I |
| 1.5L turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder FWD | 2WD | 3.50 | — | 1,5002023 Chevrolet Trailering Guide, p. 49 · 16 Sep 2026 | 5,247 | Class I |
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Can the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox
What to fit, in order · sized to its 1,500 lb rating
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Class I receiver hitchEssential
2023 Chevrolet Equinox is rated to 1,500 lb, which falls in Class I (up to 2,000 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox tow?
- The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox tows up to 1,500 lb when equipped as 1.5L turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder AWD, AWD, 3.87 axle (2023 Chevrolet Trailering Guide, page 49, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2023 Equinox configuration?
- 1,500 lb for the 1.5L turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder FWD, 2WD, 3.50 axle. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
- Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
- Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.