Chevrolet Suburban Towing Capability

December 21st, 2022 by

Chevrolet Suburban Towing Capabilities

The Suburban has been Chevy’s full-size SUV offering since way back in the 1930s. While it’s undergone many generations and changes, it has sustained the same reliability along the way. The current Chevy Suburban line-up offers six trim models: LS, LT, Z71, RST, Premier, and High Country.

 

Different Engine Offerings

There are currently three different engine offerings in the all-new Chevy Suburban. The following includes the engine offering size and the trims that it’s available in:

5.3-Liter V8 Engine

  • Available in LS, LT, Z71, RST, and Premier Trim Models

6.2-Liter V8 Engine

  • Available in Z71, RST, Premier, and High Country Trim Models

3.0-Liter Duramax Turbo Diesel Engine

  • Available in LS, LT, RST, Premier, and High Country Trim Models

Each different engine offering comes with its own maximum towing and payload capabilities, depending on its drivetrain type.

 

Performance and Towing Capacity Ratings

Each engine size has a different towing capacity rating. The 3.0-liter Duramax turbo diesel engine boasts 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. Its towing capacity rating is 8,100 pounds for 2WD models and 7,800 for 4WD models.

  • The 5.3-liter V8 engine showcases 383 lb-ft of torque and 355 horsepower. Its towing capacity rating is 8,300 pounds for 2WD and 8,100 for 4WD.
  • The 6.2-liter V8 engine has a towing capacity rating of 8,200 pounds for 2WD models and 7,900 for 4WD models. It offers 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.

 

Towing Package

If you plan on doing a lot of hauling with your new Chevy Suburban, you’ll want to upgrade to its tow package. This will ensure optimal towing performance throughout your ownership. The Suburban’s tow package includes features like a trailer brake controller, brake assistance monitoring, a trailer hitch, and a heavy-duty cooling system.

 

Payload Capacities

If you don’t plan on doing the majority of your hauling with a trailer, then you’ll need to know the maximum payload capacity of your chosen Chevy Suburban model. The maximum capabilities are broken down below:

5.3-Liter V8 Engine

  • 2WD – 1,750 pounds
  • 4WD – 1,759 pounds

6.2-Liter V8 Engine

  • 2WD and 4WD – 1612 pounds

3.0-Liter Duramax Turbo Diesel Engine

  • 2WD – 1,625 pounds
  • 4WD – 1,539 pounds

 

Visit Us at Jim Ellis Chevrolet

If you’re interested in test driving the all-new Chevy Suburban, contact or stop by Jim Ellis Chevrolet. Our helpful sales associates can assist you in getting into the Suburban of your dreams.

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