2022 Chevy Silverado Towing Capacity

If you’re in the market for a new truck with serious power, look no further than the 2022 Chevy Silverado. With best-in-class towing capability, torque, and horsepower, there’s nothing this vehicle can’t handle. Here’s a guide our team created to help you compare the 2022 Chevy Silverado towing capacities based on different engines, cab styles, and truck beds.

2022 Chevy Silverado Towing Capacity by Engine and Body Style

With four different engines to choose from, the 2022 Chevy Silverado packs all the power you need. It also comes in three cab styles — regular, double, and crew — which you can pair with standard, long, or short beds. Read on to discover the level of towing capacity you can expect out of each engine, cab style, and truck bed configuration.

2.7-Liter High-Output Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Engine

The standard 2.7-liter high-output turbocharged four-cylinder engine comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission, which provides a whopping 20% more torque than its previous version. This engine pumps out 310 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque while providing up to 9,500 pounds of towing capacity. Here’s a breakdown of the 2.7-liter engine’s maximum towing capacity for each Chevy Silverado body style, beginning with the lowest:

• Crew cab 4WD with a standard bed: 8,900 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 4WD with a standard bed: 9,000 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 4WD with a short bed: 9,000 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 2WD with a standard bed: 9,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a standard bed: 9,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a short bed: 9,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Regular cab 4WD with a long bed: 9,300 pounds of towing capacity.
• Regular cab 2WD with a long bed: 9,500 pounds of towing capacity.

5.3-Liter V-8 Engine With Dynamic Fuel Management

If you prefer the power of an eight-cylinder engine, the 5.3-liter V-8 is an excellent choice. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, this engine cranks out 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. Without the optional NHT Max Trailering Package, a 2022 Chevy Silverado with a regular cab, long bed, and four-wheel drive has a maximum towing capacity of 9,700 pounds, while the same 2022 Chevy Silverado with two-wheel drive maxes out at 9,900 pounds.

The NHT Max Trailering Package, however, adds significant towing power. Here’s an overview of the 5.3-liter V-8 engine’s maximum towing capacity for each Chevy Silverado body style with the NHT Max Trailering Package, beginning with the lowest towing capacity:

• Crew cab 4WD with a standard bed: 10,900 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 4WD with a standard bed: 11,000 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 4WD with a short bed: 11,000 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a standard bed: 11,100 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a short bed: 11,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 2WD with a standard bed: 11,200 pounds of towing capacity.

6.2-Liter V-8 Engine With Dynamic Fuel Management

Another eight-cylinder option is the 6.2-liter V-8 engine, which comes with dynamic fuel management. Also paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, this engine offers an impressive 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque for up to 13,300 pounds of towing power. Here’s a breakdown of the 6.2-liter V-8 engine’s maximum towing capacity for each Chevy Silverado body style with the NHT Max Trailering Package, beginning with the lowest towing capacity:

• Crew cab 4WD with a standard bed: 13,100 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 4WD with a short bed: 13,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 4WD with a standard bed: 13,300 pounds of towing capacity.

3.0-Liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel Engine

If you’re looking for the ultimate powerhouse of a truck, a 2022 Chevy Silverado with the 3.0-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine is exactly what you need. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, this engine pumps out 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque for up to 13,300 pounds of towing power. Here’s an overview of the 3.0-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine’s maximum towing capacity for each Chevy Silverado body style with the NHT Max Trailering Package, beginning with the lowest towing capacity:

• Crew cab 4WD with a standard bed: 12,900 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 4WD with a short bed: 12,900 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 4WD with a standard bed: 13,000 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a standard bed: 13,100 pounds of towing capacity.
• Crew cab 2WD with a short bed: 13,200 pounds of towing capacity.
• Double cab 2WD drive with a standard bed: 13,300 pounds of towing capacity.

2022 Chevy Silverado Towing Features

The 2022 Chevy Silverado offers more than just power. It comes with a whole lineup of towing features to help you get the job done safely and efficiently, no matter what you’re hauling or where you’re headed. The standard trailering package that comes with the Silverado includes a trailering hitch platform, seven-wire harness, seven-way sealed connector, automatic locking rear differential, and a 2-inch receiver. 

You can also upgrade to an advanced system with an in-truck trailering app that lets you create trailer profiles, perform diagnostics, and set up checklists. Some of our other favorite towing features on the 2022 Chevy Silverado include:

• Optional tow mirrors: Available as an upgrade, these mirrors provide an extended view to improve safety.
• Multiple camera views: With up to 15 camera views, performing basic operations like turning, parking, and hitching is a breeze in the 2022 Chevy Silverado.
• Brake add-ons: For maximum security, opt for the brake gain memory and electric parking brake hookup features.
• Trailering tech: The Silverado comes with advanced and reliable trailering tech that makes handling equipment easy. Take advantage of features such as trailer sway control, hill start assist, and auto grade braking.

Select trim levels also have a max trailering package available, which includes enhanced rear springs and shock tuning. 

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