2024 Chevy Tahoe Towing Capacity Specs & Performance
The Chevy Tahoe towing capacity can be as high as 8,400 pounds1 thanks to a strong frame and powerful engines. With a standard 5.3-liter V-8 engine and a massive interior with up to 122.9 cubic feet of cargo room, the Tahoe is an SUV that's ready to get the job done and get it done in style. The comfortable and well-appointed trims make it even better, but today, we'll be focusing on the Chevy Tahoe towing specs, engine options, and functional features. Learn more about its excellence below, then experience it with a test drive at Bomnin Chevrolet Buick GMC Nanuet.
Chevy Tahoe Engine Specifications: How Much Can Each Option Tow?
The Chevy Tahoe towing capacity, unlike in other SUVs, will barely change between the available engines. The main thing to keep in mind, though, is that you'll need to add the Max Trailering Package (also known as the "Chevy Tahoe tow package") to unlock the highest specs.
So, what are the Chevrolet Tahoe towing specs? Here's a quick look at each engine:
- 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V-8: 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque; maximum towing capacity of 8,400 pounds with 2WD1 / 8,200 pounds with 4WD1
- 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8: 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque; maximum towing capacity of 8,300 pounds with 2WD1 / 8,100 pounds with 4WD1
- 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel I-6: 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque; maximum towing capacity of 8,200 pounds with 2WD1 / 8,000 pounds with 4WD1
Please note that these towing capacities account for the Max Trailering Package. Without this package, the towing capacity of Chevy Tahoe SUVs will, as you'd expect, be lower. The major exception is the Duramax engine, as it can still tow up to 8,200 pounds without the tow package.1
Forgoing the tow package will result in the 5.3-liter V-8 engine falling to a maximum towing capacity of 7,900 pounds with 2WD1 (or 7,700 pounds with 4WD1) and the 6.2-liter V-8 engine being limited to a tow rating of 7,800 pounds with 2WD1 (or 7,600 pounds with 4WD1).
The Duramax is also noteworthy for providing the best fuel efficiency out of any Tahoe engine: an EPA-estimated 21/28 MPG (City/Highway) with 2WD.2 In comparison, the standard 5.3-liter V-8 delivers an EPA-estimated 15/20 MPG (City/Highway) with 2WD.3
If you compare Chevy Tahoe vs. Suburban performance, you'll notice that both SUVs have the same engines. Compared to the maximum Chevrolet Tahoe towing capacity, the Suburban has a 100-pound lower limit of 8,300 pounds,1 but as a bigger SUV, it may be better for you if you need more interior cargo room.
2024 Chevrolet Tahoe Towing Package, Features & Payload Rating
The Max Trailering Package we've been talking about includes features like an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller and enhanced cooling systems to make it possible to use the maximum Chevy Tahoe towing capacity. If you select the 5.3-liter V-8 and add this package, you can get both the highest towing capacity and the highest payload capacity.
Specifically, the maximum Chevy Tahoe payload capacity is 1,834 pounds,4 which is an immensely capable figure.
When you take advantage of our Chevrolet Tahoe lease deals, capability will be a defining virtue of your daily drive. You can find even more towing features, such as Trailer TPMS and the Advanced Trailering System with four trailer views, to make the Chevy Tahoe towing capacity a breeze to use and make its power and performance work better for you.
The Bomnin Chevrolet Buick GMC Nanuet team will work just as hard for you so you can drive home in a new SUV that'll satisfy you for years down the road. Contact us today to set up a test drive of the Tahoe and get started on your journey toward a tow-ready SUV that can handle everything you have planned for it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Chevy Tahoe pull a 7,000-pound camper?
The Chevy Tahoe is capable of pulling up to 8,400 pounds,1 which means that you can pull a 7,000-pound camper and have room to spare. The lowest Chevy Tahoe towing capacity (with the 6.2-liter V-8, 4WD, and no towing package) is 7,600 pounds,1 so you can pull your 7,000-pound camper no matter how you configure this SUV.
How much can a Tahoe tow with a tow package?
The Tahoe can tow 8,400 pounds1 when powered by the standard 5.3-liter V-8 and equipped with a tow package, AKA the "Max Trailering Package." With the same V-8 engine but without a tow package, the Tahoe will have a maximum towing capacity of 7,900 pounds.1 The Duramax engine provides an 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity with or without a towing package.1
Can you increase the towing capacity of a Chevy Tahoe?
Adding the Max Trailering Package will increase the towing capacity of a Chevy Tahoe. With this package and the 5.3-liter V-8, the Tahoe can tow up to 8,400 pounds.1 With the same 5.3-liter V-8 engine but no towing package, the Chevy Tahoe towing capacity will fall to a maximum of 7,900 pounds.1
1Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner's Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
2EPA-estimated MPG city/highway 21/28 (2WD), 20/26 (4WD) with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine.
3EPA-estimated MPG city/highway 15/20 (2WD), 15/20 (4WD) with 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine.
4For comparison purposes only. See the Owner’s Manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.