The Chevy Trax was introduced into Chevy’s lineup as a crossover SUV in 2015 and was discontinued after the 2022 model year. The Trax is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Chevy Trax?
The Chevy Trax is not recommended for towing in the United States. However, the Chevy Trax has a braked towing capacity of up to 1,263 pounds and an unbraked towing capacity of 1,263 pounds.
There’s a bit more to know about Chevy Trax towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2022 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2022 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2022 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2022 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| Trax LS | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
| Trax LT | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Chevy Trax Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Chevy Trax Braked Towing Capacity: up to 1,263 lbs / 573 kg
Chevy Trax Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,263 lbs / 573 kg
Chevy Trax Towing Capacity Factors
There’s only one factor that affects the Chevy Trax tow capacity, which is the weight of cargo and passengers you’ve got in the Trax when towing something.
Number of Passengers
A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.
This is true of all vehicles, not just the Chevy Trax, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.
Chevy Trax Tow Package Info
Does The Chevy Trax Have A Tow Package?
Chevy does not offer a towing package for the Trax, so you’ll need to have one installed.
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Chevy Trax?
If you plan on towing anything with your Chevy Trax, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Chevy Trax Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Chevy Trax uses a Class 1 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Class I Chevy Trax trailer hitch:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. With a strong, welded steel build, this class 1 hitch is rated for 2,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 200 lbs. tongue weight (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- HIGHLY VERSATILE. Add useful, versatile towing options to your vehicle with this class 1 trailer hitch. It provides a standard 1-1/4-inch x 1-1/4-inch receiver hitch, allowing you to tow a small trailer or mount a cargo carrier or bike rack
- DUAL-COAT FINISH. For industry-leading rust, chip and UV resistance inside and out, this aftermarket tow hitch kit is submersed in a liquid A-coat and co-cured with a durable black powder coat finish
- EASY INSTALLATION. This class 1 hitch is designed to factory fit select model years of the Buick Encore and Chevy Trax (excluding GX)
- TESTED FOR SAFETY. Each CURT class 1 trailer hitch design is thoroughly tested, using real vehicles in real-world conditions. Our hitches are tested to SAE J684 specifications for safety on the road ahead
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your Trax:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
Chevy Trax Trailer Hitch Installation
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Chevy Trax trailer hitch installation:
Chevy Trax Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your Trax, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With a Chevy Trax?
The Chevy Trax stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.
How Do I Know If My Chevy Trax Has A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your Trax to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your Trax.
Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your vehicle has any towing packages or features installed on it.
2021 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2021 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2021 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2021 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2020 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2020 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2020 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2020 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2019 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2019 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2019 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2019 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2018 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2018 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2018 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2018 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2017 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2017 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2017 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2017 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2016 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2016 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2016 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2016 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
2015 Chevy Trax Towing Capacity
The 2015 Chevy Trax can tow 1,263 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2015 Chevy Trax can tow.
NOTE: Chevrolet does not recommend using the 2019 Trax for towing.
| Chevy Trax Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| All | 1,263 lbs / 573 kg |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Chevy Trax Owner’s Manuals on Chevy’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Chevy Trax.
