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The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by General Motors under the GMC nameplate. The main competitors of the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 include the Ford F-250 Super Duty and the Ram 2500.
In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500.
How much can the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 tow?
The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 18,510 pounds when properly equipped.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
Conventional vs Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity
The towing capacity of the 2023 Sierra 2500 will vary based on the type of trailer hitch.
Maximum Conventional Towing Capacity: 18,500 lbs
Maximum Gooseneck/5th Wheel Towing Capacity: 18,510 lbs
2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Payload Capacity
The payload capacity of the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 is 3,862 pounds.
Please note, the payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Tow Package
The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 can be equipped with a tow package that includes features such as a trailer brake controller, a trailering hitch platform and a 7-pin connector.
If you are interested in adding the tow package to your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500, please contact your local dealership for pricing and availability.
Towing Capacity By Engine Type
The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 offers two engine options: a 6.6-liter V8 engine or a 6.6-liter turbocharged diesel V8 engine.
The towing capacity of the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine below:
Towing Capacity with 6.6L Gasoline V8 engine – 17,370 pounds
Towing Capacity with 6.6L Turbo Diesel V8 engine – 18,510 pounds
Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 18,510 pounds. This is less than or equal to its main competitors that we’ve broken out below:
2020 Ford F-250 Towing Capacity: 22,800 pounds
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Towing Capacity: 18,510 pounds
2020 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity: 19,990 pounds
2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity: 18,510 pounds
2020 Nissan Titan XD Towing Capacity: 11,060 pounds
2020 GMC Truck Towing Chart
Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
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2020 GMC Canyon | 7,700 |
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 | 12,100 |
2020 GMC Sierra 2500 | 18,510 |
2020 GMC Sierra 3500 | 35,500 |