2022 GMC Yukon 2WD with 5.3L V8, Max Trailering Package and 3.42 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) — [PDF] GMC TRAILERING GUIDE · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
8,400
lbs / 3,810 kg
Engine Variants
3 variants
Trim Notes
Max 8,400 lbs achieved on 2WD with 5.3L V8, Max Trailering Package, and 3.42 rear axle ratio. 4WD 5.3L drops to ~8,200 lbs. 6.2L 2WD is ~8,200 lbs; 3.0L Duramax 2WD is ~8,200 lbs.
⚠ Important
Ratings vary by drivetrain (2WD vs 4WD), axle ratio, and configuration. The standard-wheelbase Yukon rates higher than the Yukon XL. Always verify against the door-jamb label and the specific VIN build sheet.
◆ 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 8,400 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 2022 GMC Yukon carries a maximum towing capacity of 8,400 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 2022 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.
Related tow ratings
2022 GMC Yukon towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 GMC Yukon?
A properly equipped 2022 GMC Yukon is rated to tow up to 8,400 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2022 GMC Yukon need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 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 2022 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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