Towing Capacity
Towing Capacities – 2026 GMC & Buick
Below is a breakdown of towing capacities for 2026 GMC and Buick vehicles. Ratings vary by engine, drivetrain, fuel type, and trailering equipment. Always confirm exact specifications with your sales representative.
2026 GMC Sierra 1500
Crew Cab models equipped with the Max Towing Package offer towing capacities ranging from 8,800 lb to 13,100 lb depending on engine selection.
- 2.7 L Turbo I4: 8,800 lb
- 5.3 L V8 (Max Towing): 10,800 lb
- 6.2 L V8 (Max Towing): 13,100 lb
- 3.0 L Duramax Diesel (Max Towing): 12,800 lb
2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD
Towing capacity varies by engine and hitch configuration. Ratings assume a GVW of 9,900 lb and Max Towing Package for conventional towing.
- 6.6 L Gas V8 (Conventional): 16,000 lb
- 6.6 L Gas V8 (Gooseneck / Fifth Wheel): 18,500 lb
- 6.6 L Duramax Diesel (Conventional): 20,000 lb
- 6.6 L Duramax Diesel (Gooseneck / Fifth Wheel): 21,870 lb
2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD
Maximum towing varies widely depending on engine and hitch setup, with diesel-equipped models delivering the highest ratings.
- 6.6 L Gas V8 (Conventional): 16,800 lb
- 6.6 L Gas V8 (Gooseneck / Fifth Wheel): 17,200 lb
- 6.6 L Duramax Diesel (Conventional): 20,000 lb
- 6.6 L Duramax Diesel (Gooseneck): 32,000 lb
- 6.6 L Duramax Diesel (Fifth Wheel): 36,000 lb
2026 GMC Sierra EV
Towing capacity varies by trim level, battery range, and drive mode.
- Elevation / Denali Standard Range: 8,500 lb
- Elevation / Denali Extended Range: 12,500 lb
- AT4 Extended Range: 12,300 lb
- AT4 Max Range: 10,200 lb
- Denali Extended Range or Max Range: 10,200 lb
2026 GMC Canyon
All 2026 Canyon models share the same towing capacity when properly equipped.
- 2.7 L Turbo I4: 7,700 lb
2026 GMC Acadia / Buick Enclave
When equipped with the trailering package, both vehicles offer the same towing capacity.
- 2.5 L Turbo I4 with Trailering Package: 5,000 lb
2026 GMC Terrain
All trims offer the same towing capacity when equipped with the trailering package.
- AWD with Trailering Package: 1,500 lb
2026 GMC Yukon / Yukon XL
Towing capacity depends on engine selection when equipped with the trailering package.
- 5.3 L V8: 8,400 lb
- 6.2 L V8: 8,000 lb
- 3.0 L Duramax Diesel: 8,200 lb