2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity

If you are searching for the right light-duty pickup truck, consider the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500. This truck is popular among drivers in Fort Mill and Waxhaw for many reasons, including its comfortable and amenity-laden interior, powerful engine options, and impressive towing capabilities. Learn about the new GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity with Rock Hill GMC, which differs by engine. Contact our dealership in Rock Hill with questions and to schedule a test drive!

New GMC Sierra 1500 Tow Rating Per Engine

What is the new GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity? Review each engine option to learn about its tow rating, horsepower, and more. Which engine is best for your work and play needs in Indian Land and the surrounding areas?

5.3L Gas Engine

• Standard on SLT and Denali
• Available on Pro, SLE, Elevation
• 355 hp
• 383 lb-ft of torque
• Available max tow up to 11,200 pounds*

Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel Engine

• Standard on AT4 and AT4X
• Available on SLE, Elevation, SLT, Denali, Denali Ultimate
• 305 hp
• 495 lb-ft of torque
• Active Thermal Management
• Available max tow up to 13,300 pounds**
• 10-speed automatic transmission

6.2L V8 Engine

• Standard on Denali Ultimate
• Available on SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali
• 420 hp
• 460 lb-ft of torque
• Dynamic Fuel Management
• Available max tow up to 13,100 pounds***
• 10-speed automatic transmission

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Performance Features

Standard and available performance features help you navigate roads throughout the region efficiently and tow recreational vehicles, trailers, and more safely. Check out our favorite performance features:

• Stabilitrak® Stability Control System
• Available X31 Off-Road Package
• Available Max Trailering Package
• Available trailer brake controller
• 13 available camera views
• Available ProGrade Trailering System
• Available SuperCruise® technology
• And more!

Have Questions About The New GMC Sierra 1500 Tow Rating?

Now that you know about the new GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacity, are you ready to get behind the wheel of this light-duty pickup truck? We cannot perform a towing demonstration at our dealership, but we are happy to review the engine specs and performance features with you! If you would like to learn about this model’s towing abilities from prior model years, review our guide. We also invite you to check out our GMC 1500 vs. 2500 comparison.

Disclaimer:

*Requires a Double Cab 2WD standard bed or Crew Cab 2WD short bed model with available 5.3L V8 gas engine, Max Trailering Package. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.

**Requires a Double Cab 2WD standard bed model with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, Max Trailering Package and 20″ wheels and tires. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.

***Requires a Crew Cab 4WD short bed model with available 6.2L V8 gas engine, Max Trailering Package and 20″ wheels and tires. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.