What Is Towing Capacity for 2012 Chevy Equinox

Published 03/05/2019

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Question:

this is so confusing. 2012 equinox 3.0 6 cyl tow weight is 3500#s but is this GVW, Dry weight or what? is 3500 lbs the weight of the camper or some other calculation? Thanks

asked by: Mike M

Expert Reply:

In my research on your 2012 Chevy Equinox, I found that the towing capacity for models with the 2.4L 4 cylinder engine is 1500 lbs, while models equipped with the 3.0L 6 cylinder engine like yours have a 3500 lb towing capacity. This is how much the trailer can weigh by itself and still be safe.

I've confirmed this information with the owner's manual.

For a hitch the etrailer part # E98865 is the best way to go as it has plenty of capacity and installs easily. See attached install video.

For trailer wiring you'd then want the Tekonsha T-One kit part # 118264 which gives you an easy to install custom fit 4-way harness.

Since you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.