2023 Chevrolet Traverse — FWD and AWD with 3.6L V6 SIDI engine, with and without available trailering equipment (V92)
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — 2023 Chevy Trailering Guide · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
5,000
lbs / 2,268 kg
Engine Variants
2 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum 5,000 lbs towing requires available trailering equipment (V92) and 3.6L V6 SIDI engine; available in both FWD (GCWR 10,250 lbs) and AWD (GCWR 10,470 lbs). Without trailering equipment, maximum is only 1,500 lbs.
⚠ Important
Peak 5,000 lb: 3.6L V6 SIDI FWD with available trailering equipment (V92), axle ratio 3.49, GCWR 10,250 lbs; OR 3.6L V6 SIDI AWD with available trailering equipment (V92), axle ratio 3.49, GCWR 10,470 lbs (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 1,500 lb: 3.6L V6 SIDI FWD without trailering equipment, axle ratio 3.49, GCWR 6,725 lbs; OR 3.6L V6 SIDI AWD without trailering equipment, axle ratio 3.49, GCWR 7,055 lbs.
◆ 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 5,000 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 2023 Chevrolet Traverse carries a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 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 2023 Chevrolet Traverses 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
2023 Chevrolet Traverse towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
A properly equipped 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse 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 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
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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