Chevrolet Suburban towing capacity

The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban tows up to 8,200 lb when properly equipped.Depending on engine, drivetrain and tow package, configurations for that year range from 7,300 lb to 8,200 lb.

2026 Chevrolet Suburban towing capacity chart

Every 2026 configuration the manufacturer publishes, highest rating first. Match your trim, cab, engine and drivetrain, or decode your VIN to narrow it down. Full 2026 page.

All figures in pounds, from the Chevrolet 2026 Trailering Guide, page 41. Hitch: The 8,200 lb maximum is the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Max Trailering Package 2WD (GCWR 14,500 lb). Chevrolet: with a weight-carrying hitch the maximum trailer weight is 5,000 lb with a 600 lb tongue weight; a weight-distributing hitch and sway control are required above 600 lb of tongue weight, and tongue weight should be 10% to 15% of the loaded trailer (up to 1,250 lb). The guide gives no payload or GVWR. Ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle and a trailer with brakes where required by the manufacturer. "n/a" means the manufacturer does not publish that figure in this document.
Configuration	Engine	Towing	Payload	GVWR	GCWR	Note
2WD	5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Max Trailering Package	8,200	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
2WD	Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6	8,100	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
2WD	Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 with Max Trailering Package	8,100	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
4WD	5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Max Trailering Package	8,000	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
2WD	6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Max Trailering Package	8,000	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
4WD	6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Max Trailering Package	7,800	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
4WD	Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6	7,800	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
4WD	Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 with Max Trailering Package	7,800	n/a	n/a	14,500	3.23 axle
2WD	5.3L EcoTec3 V8	7,700	n/a	n/a	14,000	3.23 axle
4WD	5.3L EcoTec3 V8	7,500	n/a	n/a	14,000	3.23 axle
2WD	6.2L EcoTec3 V8	7,500	n/a	n/a	14,000	3.23 axle
4WD	6.2L EcoTec3 V8	7,300	n/a	n/a	14,000	3.23 axle

Chevrolet Suburban towing capacity by year

Pounds. Source: manufacturer towing guides for each model year. Open a year for the per-configuration table.
Model year	Max towing	Towing range	Max payload	GVWR	Configs
2026 Chevrolet Suburban	8,200lb	7,300 to 8,200	n/a	n/a	12

Need to know whether a specific trailer is safe behind your Chevrolet Suburban? Use thetowing calculator, which checks trailer weight, tongue weight and passengers against the GVWR and GCWR of your configuration.

Frequently asked questions

How much can a Chevrolet Suburban tow?

The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban tows up to 8,200 lb when properly equipped. Depending on engine, drivetrain and tow package, configurations for that year range from 7,300 lb to 8,200 lb.

Which Chevrolet Suburban year has the highest towing capacity?

Among the years listed, the highest published maximum is 8,200 lb (2026).

Where do I find my exact Chevrolet Suburban towing capacity?

Match your trim, cab, bed, engine and drivetrain to the configuration table on the model-year page, then confirm against the certification label in the driver's door jamb and the towing section of your owner's manual. The label shows your GVWR and axle ratings; the towing guide lists GCWR.