2026 GMC Canyon Towing Capacity
The 2026 GMC Canyon tows between 5,500 and 7,700 lbs depending on engine, drivetrain, cab, axle ratio, and tow package. The highest rating — 7,700 lbs — requires the 2.7L TurboMax, 4x4, 3.42 axle. 4 configurations verified from the manufacturer's towing guide.
Source: 2026 GMC Canyon Max Trailering chart (official) · Updated 2026-06-12 · Reviewed by the CarWhere Vehicle Data Team
Every configuration, every rating
| Engine | Drive | Cab / bed | Axle | Package | Max towing | GCWR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L TurboMax | 4x4 | Crew Cab | 3.42 | — | 5,500 | 11,600 |
| 2.7L TurboMax | 4x4 | Crew Cab | 3.42 | — | 6,000 | 11,600 |
| 2.7L TurboMax | 4x2 | Crew Cab | 3.42 | — | 7,700 | 13,250 |
| 2.7L TurboMax | 4x4 | Crew Cab | 3.42 | — | 7,700 | 13,250 |
Find YOUR exact rating + run the trailer math
This configuration tows —–— lbs depending on axle ratio and tow package.
The VIN doesn't encode the axle ratio. Pick yours below (it's on the door-jamb certification label or glovebox sticker) — or pull your window sticker free, which lists the axle ratio and tow package.
| Axle ratio | Tow package | Max towing | GCWR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.42 | standard | 5,500 lbs | 11,600 | |
| 3.42 | standard | 6,000 lbs | 11,600 | |
| 3.42 | standard | 7,700 lbs | 13,250 | |
| 3.42 | standard | 7,700 lbs | 13,250 |
Ratings from manufacturer towing guides; always verify against the certification placard on your door jamb. Informational — not professional advice.
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FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of the 2026 GMC Canyon?
7,700 lbs — but only in one specific configuration: the 2.7L TurboMax, 4x4, Crew Cab, 3.42 axle ratio. Other configurations rate as low as 5,500 lbs. Source: 2026 GMC Canyon Max Trailering chart (official).
Can a 2026 GMC Canyon tow a 25-foot travel trailer?
A typical 25-ft travel trailer weighs 6,000–7,500 lbs loaded. Higher-rated Canyon configurations (up to 7,700 lbs) handle that with margin, but payload is usually the real constraint: ~750+ lbs of tongue weight plus passengers counts against payload, not the tow rating. Use the calculator above with your exact configuration and passenger count.
How do I find MY Canyon's exact towing capacity?
Enter the VIN above — it resolves engine, drivetrain, and cab. If your configuration's rating still depends on axle ratio or tow package (the VIN doesn't encode those), check the door-jamb certification label, or pull your window sticker free on CarWhere — it lists both.