How Much Towing Capacity Does My GMC Have?

With a diverse lineup of vehicles, GMC can meet the needs of many customers. GMC trucks, SUVs, and vans are designed specifically for trailering with robust, reliable performance, stable handling, and convenience features. Although every individual's preferences are unique, your local GMC dealer will indeed have a truck to meet your towing needs.

If you live in or near Manhattan, KS, Briggs Buick GMC is your go-to dealership. Our team is always ready to help you find the right truck or SUV that fits your needs. Briggs Buick GMC's experts are here to help you whether you're researching a GMC truck's towing capacity or researching the trailering weight of your next truck.

GMC Trucks Towing Capability

2024 GMC Canyon

Despite its small size, the Canyon offers impressive towing capabilities. Combined with an optional towing package and a powerful V6 engine, the Canyon can tow up to 7,700 pounds. This versatility and maneuverability make it an ideal vehicle for towing trailers, boats, and small campers. In addition, the Canyon features advanced trailering technologies for safe and reliable towing, such as trailer sway control and integrated trailer brake controller.

A standard TurboMax™ engine powers the 2024 GMC Canyon with up to 310 horsepower and best-in-class torque at up to 430 lb-ft. Trim models such as the Elevation, Denali, and AT4 offer a class-leading towing capacity of 7,700 pounds when equipped with the optional ProGrade™ Trailering System. With the same setup, the 2024 GMC Canyon's towing capacity is 6,000 pounds on AT4X and 5,500 pounds on AT4X with the AEV Edition.

You won't be disappointed by the payload capacity of the 2024 Canyon if you prefer to load the bed instead of towing a trailer:

• AT4X (Four-Wheel-Drive) – 1,250 pounds
• Denali (Four-Wheel-Drive) – 1,360 pounds
• AT4 (Four-Wheel-Drive) – 1,550 pounds
• Elevation (Four-Wheel Drive) – 1,590 pounds
• Elevation (Rear-Wheel-Drive) – 1,640 pounds

2024 GMC Sierra 1500

A full-size pickup truck, the GMC Sierra 1500 offers a refined interior and rugged capabilities. With its powerful V8 engines and turbocharged diesel engine, the Sierra 1500 offers an impressive towing capacity ranging from 7,900 to 13,500 pounds with its powerful V8 engines and turbocharged diesel engine. Featuring trailer sway control, hill descent control, and a Max Trailering Package, the Sierra 1500 excels at towing trailers, RVs, and other heavy loads.

There are several engine options available for the Sierra 1500, each designed to provide exceptional towing performance:

• 2.7L TurboMax 4-Cylinder -- This engine option is designed to tow lighter loads with a maximum towing capacity of 9,500 pounds.
• 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 -- With its increased power, the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 can tow up to 11,200 pounds. If you are looking for more power for recreational trailers or work-related tasks, this engine is the ideal choice.
• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management -- With its impressive 13,200-pound towing capacity, the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 is perfect for those who need maximum towing capability. This engine can haul heavy loads, such as boats, campers, and construction equipment.

2024 GMC Sierra HD

A GMC Sierra HD is ideal for drivers needing even greater towing capabilities. With a Duramax diesel engine and a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch, the Sierra HD provides best-in-class towing capacities of up to 36,000 pounds. A 2024 GMC Sierra HD offers unmatched towing performance for the most demanding jobs thanks to advanced trailering technologies, including trailer sway control, a trailer brake controller, and available Digital Variable Steering Assist.

Towing Technology and Accessories

With advanced, innovative features that keep you in control, GMC trucks make towing more manageable and safer. The following are some of the available towing technologies:

• Trailer Sway Control -- This system automatically applies the brakes and adjusts the engine power to stabilize the vehicle and trailer.
• GMC Max Trailering Package -- With this package, you'll have the hitch and wiring harness you need to do serious towing. Max Trailering Packages typically include more muscular suspension systems with upgraded shocks and springs. By reducing sway and bounce, this suspension enhances stability and control while towing, making towing more straightforward and more comfortable.
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller -- Towing heavy loads is made easier with the capability to control the trailer brakes directly from the dashboard, providing precise braking control and reducing stopping distances.
• Hill Descent Control -- With this system, you can maintain a steady speed when descending steep slopes, improving safety and confidence while towing.

Find the Ideal GMC Truck for Your Needs from Briggs Buick GMC

Come see GMC's competent trucks at Briggs Buick GMC in Manhattan, KS. Depending on your driving and work needs, our representatives can assist you in choosing the pickup that is right for you. Test drives can also be arranged so you can take one for a spin before buying.