2020 GMC Yukon 2WD with 5.3L V8 engine, 3.42 axle ratio, and available Heavy-Duty Trailering Package
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — GMC towing guide (2020) · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
8,500
lbs
Engine Variants
2 variants
Trim Notes
8,500-lb maximum requires 2WD model with 5.3L V8 engine and available Heavy-Duty Trailering Package with 3.42 axle ratio. The 6.2L V8 Denali 2WD achieves up to 8,400 lbs without the Heavy-Duty Trailering Package. The 4WD models have lower ratings (8,200 lbs for 5.3L 4WD with Heavy-Duty Trailering Package, 8,100 lbs for 6.2L Denali 4WD).
⚠ Important
Peak 8,500 lb: 5.3L V8, Yukon 2WD, 3.42 axle ratio, Heavy-Duty Trailering Package (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 8,400 lb: 6.2L V8, Yukon Denali 2WD, 3.23 axle ratio.
◆ 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 8,500 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 GMC Yukon carries a maximum towing capacity of 8,500 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class IV hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2020 GMC Yukons 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 GMC Yukon towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2020 GMC Yukon?
A properly equipped 2020 GMC Yukon is rated to tow up to 8,500 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2020 GMC Yukon need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2020 GMC Yukon typically pairs with a Class IV 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 GMC Yukon?
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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