2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD Double Cab with 6.2L V8, Max Trailering Package and 3.73 rear axle
⚠ Pending verification
No OEM towing guide could be cleanly scraped for this vehicle — these figures were generated by the model and are pending confirmation against the OEM guide.
Source: Model estimate (no OEM guide scraped) — 2020 SILVERADO 1500 MAX TRAILERING1 TRAIL BOSS ... · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
13,400
lbs / 6,078 kg
Engine Variants
5 variants
Trim Notes
Max rating requires the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8, 3.73 rear axle ratio, and the Max Trailering Package on a 2WD Double Cab configuration.
⚠ Important
Ratings vary significantly by cab, bed, drivetrain (2WD/4WD), engine, and axle. The 13,400 lb figure is the best-case properly-equipped configuration; most trims tow considerably less. Always verify against the specific VIN's door-jamb and owner's manual.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 13,400 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 carries a maximum towing capacity of 13,400 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class V hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500s on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
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2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
A properly equipped 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated to tow up to 13,400 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 typically pairs with a Class V hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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