GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity (2002 - 2023)

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GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Overview

The GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity ranges between 6,700 lbs. and 9,600 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2023 GMC Savana 2500 has a minimum towing capacity of 6,700 lbs, while the 2010 GMC Savana 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 9,600 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of GMC Savana 2500.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the GMC Savana 2500.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
2023Cargo Base 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
2023Cargo Base 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,285 lbs8,600 lbs
2022Cargo Base 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
2022Cargo Base 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,285 lbs8,600 lbs
2021Passenger LS 135"6,700 lbs2.8L I4 Duramax DIRWD / 8 Spd Auto With Diesel Specific Torque Converter401 HP / 464 ft/lbs
2021Passenger LT 135"6,700 lbs2.8L I4 Duramax DIRWD / 8 Spd Auto With Diesel Specific Torque Converter401 HP / 464 ft/lbs
2020Cargo 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
2019Cargo 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,442 lbs8,600 lbs
2018Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs
2017Passenger Savana LS 135"8,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs
2016Passenger Savana LS 135"8,100 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs
2015Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
2014Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
2013Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
2012Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
2011Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,530 lbs8,600 lbs
2010Passenger Savana LS 135"9,600 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,687 lbs8,600 lbs
2009Passenger Savana LS 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled319 HP / 367 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs
2008Passenger Savana LS 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs
2004Passenger Savana 135"7,900 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,867 lbs8,600 lbs
2003Passenger Extended Savana 155"7,600 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Tow/Haul Mode & External Transmission Oil Cooler300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,579 lbs8,600 lbs
2002Passenger Extended Savana 155"8,000 lbs5.7L V8 (350) SFI (Vortec 5700)RWD / Hd 4 Spd Auto w/OD255 HP / 330 ft/lbs2,615 lbs8,600 lbs
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All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2023 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is between 6,700 lbs. and 7,400 lbs.

2023 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Cargo Base 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
Cargo Base 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,285 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger LT 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2022 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is between 6,700 lbs. and 7,400 lbs.

2022 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Cargo Base 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
Cargo Base 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,285 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger LT 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs

2021 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Passenger LS 135"6,700 lbs2.8L I4 Duramax DIRWD / 8 Spd Auto With Diesel Specific Torque Converter401 HP / 464 ft/lbs
Passenger LT 135"6,700 lbs2.8L I4 Duramax DIRWD / 8 Spd Auto With Diesel Specific Torque Converter401 HP / 464 ft/lbs

2020 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2020 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is between 6,700 lbs. and 7,400 lbs.

2020 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Cargo 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,507 lbs8,600 lbs
Cargo 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,285 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger 135" LS6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger 135" LT6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,770 lbs8,600 lbs

2019 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2019 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is between 6,700 lbs. and 7,400 lbs.

2019 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Cargo 135"7,400 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,442 lbs8,600 lbs
Cargo 155"7,100 lbs4.3L V6RWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs3,251 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger 135" LS6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,609 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger 135" LT6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs2,609 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs

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2018 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.3L V6 WITH Direct InjectionRWD / 8 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled276 HP / 298 ft/lbs

2017 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 8,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Passenger Savana LS 135"8,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"8,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs

2016 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 8,100 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Passenger Savana LS 135"8,100 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"8,100 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs

2015 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs

2014 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled285 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs

2013 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs

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2012 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,727 lbs8,600 lbs

2011 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 6,700 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,530 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"6,700 lbs4.8L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled280 HP / 295 ft/lbs2,530 lbs8,600 lbs

2010 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2010 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 9,600 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2010 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"9,600 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,687 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"9,600 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFI FlexfuelRWD / 6 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,687 lbs8,600 lbs

2009 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2009 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 7,800 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2009 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled319 HP / 367 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled319 HP / 367 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs

2008 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2008 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 7,800 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2008 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana LS 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana LT 135"7,800 lbs6.0L V8 Vortec SFIRWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled323 HP / 373 ft/lbs2,733 lbs8,600 lbs

2004 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2004 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 7,900 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2004 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Savana 135"7,900 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,867 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana SLE 135"7,900 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,867 lbs8,600 lbs

2003 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2003 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is between 7,600 lbs. and 7,900 lbs.

2003 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Extended Savana 155"7,600 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Tow/Haul Mode & External Transmission Oil Cooler300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,579 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana 135"7,900 lbsV8 Vortec 6000 SFI (300 HP [223.8 kW] @ 4400 rpm 360 lb.-ft. [486.6 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)RWD / 4 Spd Auto, Heavy-Duty, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Tow/Haul Mode & External Transmission Oil Cooler300 HP / 360 ft/lbs2,894 lbs8,600 lbs

2002 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacity Data

The 2002 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity is 8,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2002 GMC Savana 2500 Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Passenger Extended Savana 155"8,000 lbs5.7L V8 (350) SFI (Vortec 5700)RWD / Hd 4 Spd Auto w/OD255 HP / 330 ft/lbs2,615 lbs8,600 lbs
Passenger Savana 135"8,000 lbs5.7L V8 (350) SFI (Vortec 5700)RWD / Hd 4 Spd Auto w/OD255 HP / 330 ft/lbs2,955 lbs8,600 lbs