2022 GMC Canyon — Only two configurations cited in footnotes: 2WD Crew Cab Short Bed Elevation with 2.8L Duramax + Trailering Package, and 4WD Crew Cab Elevation/AT4/Denali with 2.8L Duramax + Trailering Package; no full tow chart covering all engines/cabs/beds/drivetrains
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — 2022 FEATURES, SPECS AND OPTIONS · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
7,700
lbs / 3,493 kg
Engine Variants
3 variants
Trim Notes
7,700-lb rating requires a properly equipped 2WD Canyon Elevation Crew Cab short bed model with available 2.8L Duramax Turbo Diesel engine and Trailering Package. 7,550-lb rating requires a properly equipped 4WD Canyon Crew Cab Elevation, AT4 or Denali model with available 2.8L Duramax Turbo Diesel engine and Trailering Package.
⚠ Important
Peak 7,700 lb: 2WD Canyon Elevation Crew Cab Short Bed, 2.8L Duramax Turbo Diesel, with Trailering Package (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 7,550 lb: 4WD Canyon Crew Cab (Elevation, AT4, or Denali), 2.8L Duramax Turbo Diesel, with Trailering Package.
◆ 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 7,700 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 2022 GMC Canyon carries a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2022 GMC Canyons 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.
Related tow ratings
2022 GMC Canyon towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 GMC Canyon?
A properly equipped 2022 GMC Canyon is rated to tow up to 7,700 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2022 GMC Canyon need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 GMC Canyon typically pairs with a Class III 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 2022 GMC Canyon?
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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