2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity

May 18th, 2026 by

Red 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 towing trailer
 

For drivers in North Logan, Utah and the surrounding communities, the GMC Sierra 1500 offers impressive towing capabilities. This light-duty, brand-new truck is available in various trim levels and with three distinct engine options, allowing you to select the configuration that best suits your hauling requirements in the greater Smithfield, Utah area. Join the team at our Logan dealership as we break down what the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 towing capacities and performance specs are for each engine. Feel free to contact us online with any questions or to schedule a test drive at our showroom.

 

 

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity Per Engine

Discover the impressive towing capabilities of the new GMC Sierra 1500. We’ve broken down your available engine options, covering their specific tow rating, horsepower, and other key specifications. Determine which powerful engine is the ideal match for your worksite in Providence, UT and long-distance hauls outside of UT:

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

Navigate local roads efficiently and safely tow heavy cargo with the standard and available performance features. Discover some of the most impressive technologies you can find on the latest Sierra 1500:

  • 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

Test-Drive A 2026 Sierra 1500 At Murdock Chevrolet

To schedule your appointment or ask any questions, please call us at (435) 752-6801 or stop by our Logan dealership today. We are excited to work with you and help you customize your preferred pickup from our new vehicle inventory. We also encourage you to complete our remote auto loan application before you stop by to save time and money during your vehicle purchase or lease.

Disclaimers:

*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.

 

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