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Towing and capability answers

A maximum tow rating is not a universal rating.

Published towing numbers commonly depend on engine, drivetrain, wheelbase, axle ratio, cooling equipment, hitch hardware and trailer-brake assumptions. We keep those conditions beside the number. This topic covers 3 areas: identify the rated configuration, separate trailer and vehicle limits, preserve manufacturer language, drawn from 154 published answers across 151 vehicle records, each one linking back to its own source trail and model-year note instead of a generalized model-level claim. Sourcing starts with Vehicle-specific manufacturer records and Research methodology and Glossary: terms used on this page, and 6 related answer topics covering capability are linked below for the adjacent decisions this one usually sits next to. Every one of these 154 answers is cross-referenced from its own full vehicle record rather than treated as a standalone claim, so a reader can verify the exact configuration before relying on it.

154 published answers151 vehicle recordsPrimary sources first
AreaWhat changes the answerChecks
Identify the rated configurationA model-level maximum may describe one narrow configuration instead of the vehicle on a dealer lot.Engine and drivetrain · Body and wheelbase · Required trailering equipment
Separate trailer and vehicle limitsTow rating does not replace payload, tongue-weight, gross axle or gross combined weight limits.Check the certification label · Account for passengers and cargo · Use the owner manual
Preserve manufacturer language‘When properly equipped’ is a condition, not filler. The record should identify the equipment or say when it remains unresolved.Do not generalize AWD-only ratings · Keep braked/unbraked limits separate · Recheck accessories and wiring
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Identify the rated configuration

A model-level maximum may describe one narrow configuration instead of the vehicle on a dealer lot.

  • Engine and drivetrain
  • Body and wheelbase
  • Required trailering equipment
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Separate trailer and vehicle limits

Tow rating does not replace payload, tongue-weight, gross axle or gross combined weight limits.

  • Check the certification label
  • Account for passengers and cargo
  • Use the owner manual
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Preserve manufacturer language

‘When properly equipped’ is a condition, not filler. The record should identify the equipment or say when it remains unresolved.

  • Do not generalize AWD-only ratings
  • Keep braked/unbraked limits separate
  • Recheck accessories and wiring

Published answers

Current configuration examples.

Open the vehicle record for the full source trail, model-year note and related questions.

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2026 Toyota RAV4

Can the 2026 RAV4 tow 3,500 pounds?

Selected AWD HEV and PHEV grades are rated up to 3,500 pounds. FWD models and LE AWD are rated lower.2026 Toyota RAV4: open the evidence
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2026 Hyundai Tucson

How much can Tucson Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid tow?

Hyundai lists 2,000 pounds with trailer brakes and 1,650 pounds without for both electrified families.2026 Hyundai Tucson: open the evidence
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2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

How much can the 2027 Silverado 1500 tow?

The maximum is 13,700 pounds with the 5.7-liter V8 in a Double Cab 2WD truck with the Max Trailering Package. By engine, the maximums are 12,000 pounds with the Duramax diesel, 9,700 pounds with the 6.6-liter V8 and 9,400 pounds with the 2.7-liter TurboMax; each depends on cab, drivetrain and equipment.2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: open the evidence
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2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

What is the maximum payload of the 2027 Silverado 1500?

The maximum payload is 2,340 pounds with the 2.7-liter TurboMax in a Regular Cab 2WD truck. Payload falls with heavier engines, four-wheel drive and added equipment, so the window sticker of the exact truck is the figure that counts.2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: open the evidence
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2027 GMC Sierra 1500

How much can the 2027 GMC Sierra 1500 tow?

The maximum is 13,500 pounds with the 5.7-liter V8 in a Double Cab 4WD truck with the Max Trailering Package (13,300 pounds in a Crew Cab). By engine, the maximums are 12,100 pounds with the Duramax diesel and 9,400 pounds with both the 2.7-liter TurboMax and the 6.6-liter V8; each applies to a specific configuration.2027 GMC Sierra 1500: open the evidence
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2027 GMC Sierra 1500

What is the maximum payload of the 2027 GMC Sierra 1500?

The maximum payload is 2,310 pounds with the 2.7-liter TurboMax. The 5.7-liter V8 tops out at 2,140 pounds, the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel at 1,850 pounds and the 6.6-liter V8 at 1,450 pounds; each maximum applies to a specific cab, drivetrain and equipment combination.2027 GMC Sierra 1500: open the evidence
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2026 Ram 1500

How much can the 2026 1500 tow?

The most the 2026 Ram 1500 is published to tow is up to 11,610 lb (3.0L Hurricane I6, properly equipped).2026 Ram 1500: open the evidence
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2026 GMC Canyon

How much can the 2026 Canyon tow?

The most the 2026 GMC Canyon is published to tow is up to 7,700 lb (properly equipped); 6,000 lb on AT4X.2026 GMC Canyon: open the evidence
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2026 Chevrolet Tahoe

How much can the 2026 Tahoe tow?

The most the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe is published to tow is up to 8,400 lb (5.3L RWD with Max Trailering Package, properly equipped).2026 Chevrolet Tahoe: open the evidence
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2026 Buick Enclave

How much can the 2026 Enclave tow?

The most the 2026 Buick Enclave is published to tow is up to 5,000 lb (properly equipped, with the Trailering Package).2026 Buick Enclave: open the evidence
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2027 GMC Terrain

How much can the 2027 Terrain tow?

The most the 2027 GMC Terrain is published to tow is Not rated for towing (Elevation); factory trailering package standard on AT4 and Denali.2027 GMC Terrain: open the evidence
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2026 Toyota bZ

How much can the 2026 bZ tow?

The most the 2026 Toyota bZ is published to tow is Not rated for towing (Woodland: tow package available).2026 Toyota bZ: open the evidence
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2026 Ford F-150

How much can the 2026 F-150 tow?

The most the 2026 Ford F-150 is published to tow is up to 13,500 lb (properly equipped, 3.5L EcoBoost V6, best-in-class).2026 Ford F-150: open the evidence
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2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

How much can the 2026 Silverado 2500HD tow?

The most the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is published to tow is up to 22,070 lb gooseneck / 20,000 lb conventional (properly equipped).2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: open the evidence
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2026 Audi Q5

How much can the 2026 Q5 tow?

The most the 2026 Audi Q5 is published to tow is up to 4,400 lb (properly equipped, all trims).2026 Audi Q5: open the evidence
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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology

How much can the 2027 GLC With EQ Technology tow?

The most the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology is published to tow is GLC 400 4MATIC up to 5,291 lb (properly equipped, optional hitch); GLC 300+ not rated.2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC With EQ Technology: open the evidence
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2027 Volvo XC60

How much can the 2027 XC60 tow?

The most the 2027 Volvo XC60 is published to tow is up to 3,500 lb (with factory tow bar, all trims/powertrains).2027 Volvo XC60: open the evidence
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2026 Lexus RX

How much can the 2026 RX tow?

The most the 2026 Lexus RX is published to tow is up to 3,500 lb (with factory Towing Prep Package, all powertrains).2026 Lexus RX: open the evidence
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2026 Tesla Model 3

How much can the 2026 Model 3 tow?

The most the 2026 Tesla Model 3 is published to tow is up to 2,200 lb (with official Tow Package, RWD and AWD; not offered on Performance).2026 Tesla Model 3: open the evidence
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2026 Tesla Model Y

How much can the 2026 Model Y tow?

The most the 2026 Tesla Model Y is published to tow is up to 3,500 lb (with official Tesla Tow Package, all trims).2026 Tesla Model Y: open the evidence

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Source standard

Where these answers begin.

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Vehicle-specific manufacturer recordsExact current towing claims and conditions
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Research methodologyHow maximums and dependencies are handled
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Glossary: terms used on this pagePlain-language definitions for the terminology above
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