2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD with Turbo-Diesel 3.0L I6 LZ0, Max Trailering Package (NHT), 3.73 axle ratio, 20-inch wheels
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: Secondary automotive source — Here's How Much The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Can Tow - GM Authority · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
13,200
lbs / 5,988 kg
Engine Variants
4 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum of 13,200 lbs achieved with: Turbo-Diesel 3.0L I6 LZ0, Double Cab Standard Bed, 2WD, 3.73 axle ratio, Max Trailering Package (RPO NHT), 20-inch wheels. When equipped with 17- or 18-inch wheels, rating drops to 12,000 lbs.
⚠ Important
Peak 13,200 lb: Double Cab / Standard Bed, 2WD, Turbo-Diesel 3.0L I6 LZ0, 3.73 axle ratio, with Max Trailering Package (NHT), 20-inch wheels (ball hitch) (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 13,000 lb: Multiple configurations: e.g. Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD with NHT + 6.2L V8 L87 3.42 axle, or Crew Cab Standard Bed 4WD with NHT + 6.2L V8 L87 3.42 axle, or Double Cab Standard Bed 4WD with NHT + LZ0 3.73 axle (all ball hitch, 20-inch wheels).
◆ 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 13,200 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 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 carries a maximum towing capacity of 13,200 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class V hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2025 GMC Sierra 1500s 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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2025 GMC Sierra 1500 towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
A properly equipped 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 is rated to tow up to 13,200 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 typically pairs with a Class V 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 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
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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