2023 GMC Yukon 4WD with 5.3L V8, 3.23 axle ratio, Max Trailering Package
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — [PDF] 2023 FEATURES, SPECS AND OPTIONS - GMC · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
8,400
lbs / 3,810 kg
Engine Variants
3 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum 8,400 lbs is achieved on the Yukon 4WD with the 5.3L V8, 3.23 axle ratio, and Max Trailering Package (footnote 4 in source table indicates the higher figure requires Max Trailering Package). Without the package, the 5.3L V8 Yukon 4WD is rated at 7,900 lbs. The payload figure of 1,792 lbs corresponds to the 5.3L V8 Yukon 2WD configuration.
⚠ Important
Peak 8,400 lb: 5.3L V8, Yukon 4WD, 3.23 axle ratio, with Max Trailering Package (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 8,200 lb: 6.2L V8, Yukon 4WD, 3.23 axle ratio, with Max Trailering Package OR 3.0L Turbo Diesel, Yukon 2WD, 3.23 axle ratio, with Max 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 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 2023 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 2023 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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2023 GMC Yukon towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 GMC Yukon?
A properly equipped 2023 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 2023 GMC Yukon need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 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 2023 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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