How Much Can the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Tow?

The GMC Sierra is trusted by BC drivers everywhere for hauling the heaviest payloads and taking on the toughest jobs. How much can the new Sierra 1500 tow as a light-duty pickup truck? Find out with our experts at Greg Gardner GM, Squamish’s destination for new GMC pickup trucks for your active lifestyle. Read on to learn more.

Sierra

There are four engine options available for the 2023 GMC Sierra. 

  • Turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine with 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. 
  • 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine producing 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
  • 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline producing an impressive 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.
  • The new 3.0L I6 LZ0 Turbo Diesel Duramax engine is available for the 2023 Sierra. The Duramax 3.0L straight-six is GM’s “second iteration,” producing 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.

 

 

 

 

Sierra 1500 Max Towing Capability (lbs / kg)

Model Drivetrain Turbo 2.7L 5.3L V8 6.2L V8 Turbo Diesel 3.0L 
Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD n/a 11,100 / 5,035 n/a 13,100 / 5,942
Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD n/a 10,900 / 4,944 13,000 / 5,897 13,000 / 5,897
Crew Cab Standard Bed 4WD n/a 10,800 / 4,899 13,000 / 5,897 12,900 / 5,851
Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD n/a 11,200 / 5,080 n/a 13,200 / 5,988
Double Cab Standard Bed 4WD n/a 11,000 / 4,990 n/a 13,000 / 5,987
Regular Cab Standard Bed 2WD 9,100 / 4,128 n/a n/a n/a
Regular Cab Standard Bed 2WD 8,800 / 3,992 n/a n/a n/a
Regular Cab Long Bed 4WD 9,500 / 4,309 9,800 / 4,445 n/a n/a
Regular Cab Long Bed 4WD 9,200 / 4,173 9,500 / 4,309 n/a n/a

Find the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 at Greg Gardner GM

Located in Squamish our GMC dealership welcomes you to test drive the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. For more information about our GMC towing capabilities, and the rest of the GM lineup, please contact us at Greg Gardner GM, and we will be more than happy to help with your truck, SUV, or EV needs. Visit our Squamish dealership location to learn more.