How Much Can a 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Tow?

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 on construction site

 
The Chevy Silverado 1500 is a staple in the pickup truck segment, because of its versatility and capable towing capacity. Although it’s a light-duty pickup truck, it can handle most jobs around Lehi with ease. Properly equipped, the new Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds. Keep reading to learn more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity, as well as its towing features and payload.

2023 Silverado 1500 Payload & Towing Capacity

An impressive towing capacity is just one of the many aspects of the Chevy Silverado 1500 that makes it a great choice for Lehi truck shoppers. It also offers a high payload capacity, giving you the freedom to load up the bed with equipment, materials, etc. As you can see, the Silverado 1500 payload and towing capacities don’t disappoint. It’s easy to see why this pickup truck remains a favorite!

The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 offers four unique engine options for Pleasant Grove drivers to choose from, including a diesel engine. Each engine is capable of different payload and towing capacities. We’ll help you choose the model and engine that makes the most sense for your Eagle Mountain commute. Explore the Chevy Silverado 1500 engines and their specs below:

2.7L Turbo High-Output Engine

  • Maximum towing capacity: 9,500 pounds
  • Maximum payload capacity: 2,260 pounds
  • Horsepower: 310 hp
  • Torque: 430 lb-ft

5.3L EcoTec3 V8

  • Maximum towing capacity: 11,000 pounds
  • Maximum payload capacity: 2,080 pounds
  • Horsepower: 355 hp
  • Torque: 383 lb-ft

5.3L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Dynamic Fuel Management

  • Maximum towing capacity: 11,200 pounds
  • Maximum payload capacity: 2,120 pounds
  • Horsepower: 355 hp
  • Torque: 383 lb-ft

6.2L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Dynamic Fuel Management

  • Maximum towing capacity: 13,300 pounds
  • Maximum payload capacity: 2,030 pounds
  • Horsepower: 420 hp
  • Torque: 460 lb-ft

DuraMax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6

  • Maximum towing capacity: 13,300 pounds
  • Maximum payload capacity: 1,930 pounds
  • Horsepower: 277 hp
  • Torque: 460 lb-ft

Find a New Chevy Silverado 1500 for Sale at Ken Garff Chevrolet!

If you’re searching for a rugged pickup truck with an engine that just won’t quit, the Chevy Silverado 1500 won’t let you down. Are you ready to get behind the wheel of a new Chevy Silverado? Contact us online or call us at (801) 980-2102 to schedule a test drive in American Fork, UT. Explore our Chevy research hub to learn more about different variations of the Silverado.

 

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The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado towing capacity is one of the best in its class, and provides some of the best towing technologies available. So, how much can the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado LTD tow? The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado can tow up to 9,700 lbs when properly equipped. Learn more about the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado tow package and towing capacity with the experts at Ken Garff Chevrolet! For more information about the new Silverado around Lehi, feel free to contact us anytime!

Chevrolet Silverado Towing Capacity: Engine Options

The impressive 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 towing capacity is provided by the suite of engine options available:

  • 2.7L Turbo Engine: Generates up to 310 hp and 348 lb-ft of torque and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission.
  • 5.3 EcoTec3 V8 w/Dynamic Fuel Management & Auto Start/Stop: Generates 335 hp and 383 lb-ft per foot of torque and is paired with a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission.
  • 5.3 EcoTec3 V8 w/Dynamic Fuel Management: Generates up to 335 hp and 383 lb-ft per foot of torque and is paired to an impressive 10-speed automatic transmission.
  • 6.2L V8 Engine w/Dynamic Fuel Management & Auto Start/Stop: This V8 option generates up to 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, and is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, increasing the towing capacity to 9,100 pounds.
  • 6.2L V8 Engine w/Dynamic Fuel Management: This engine provides up to 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, and increases the towing capacity to 13,300 pounds!
  • 3.0L I6 Turbo-Diesel: There is also a diesel option in the lineup that provides plenty of power around Pleasant Grove. This impressive inline-six provides up to 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque with a towing capacity of up to 9,300 pounds.

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: Towing Features

Some of the features included in the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado tow package include the tow mirrors for added visibility, along with various other features that make towing around American Fork easier:

  • In-Vehicle Trailering System- This useful system provides you with pre-departure checklists, trailer lighting diagnostics, trailer tire pressure, and temperature. Also, you can sync trailer profiles with the myChevrolet Mobile App.
  • Towing Performance Tech- Trailer Sway Control, Hill Start Assist, and Auto Grade Braking make it easier than ever to tow your trailer around American Fork!.

Find Your Chevy Silverado LTD at Ken Garff Chevrolet Today!

Now that you know more about the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 towing capacity, come check out this impressive truck for yourself at Ken Garff Chevrolet! Be sure to check out our new vehicle inventory of new Silverado trucks for sale, all of our diesel truck offerings, and apply for financing online to start the buying process! Also, take advantage of our new vehicle specials to save big near Eagle Mountain!

 

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One of the many reasons why the 2021 Chevy Silverado remains a beloved truck on Lehi streets is its exceptional towing capacity. What is the towing capacity of the Chevy Silverado 1500? When properly equipped, the Chevy Silverado towing capacity reaches 13,300 pounds. Add its 2,280-pound maximum payload capacity, and you have a truck that can handle any Pleasant Grove light-duty job. Join Ken Garff Chevrolet below for a look at how the 2021 Silverado towing capacity varies by engine, and what features enhance the towing capacity.

 

 

What is the Towing Capacity of a Chevy Silverado 1500 with Each Engine Option?

The 2021 Silverado towing capacity varies by engine, giving you the ability to choose just the right amount of power. Here are the specs for the five available engine options:

4.3L V6 Engine (Standard)

  • 285 hp
  • Best-in-class 305 lb-ft of torque
  • 7,900-pound towing capacity is 7,900 pounds

2.7L Turbo Engine

  • 310 hp
  • 348 lb-ft of torque
  • 9,600-pound towing capacity

5.3L V8 Engine with Direct Fuel Management

  • 355 hp
  • 383 lb-ft of torque
  • 11,500-pound towing capacity (The same engine with active fuel management tows up to 10,000 pounds.)

6.2L V8 Engine

  • 13,300-pound towing capacity on the RST trim
  • 420 hp
  • 460 lb-ft of torque

3.0L I6 Turbo-Diesel

  • 9,500-pound towing capacity
  • 277 hp
  • 460 lb-ft of torque

Chevy Silverado Towing Features

While the engines are at the heart of the 2021 Silverado towing capacity, there are several packages and towing features that make towing safer and easier on Eagle Mountain streets. Take a look at the two trailering packages available for the Chevy Silverado:

  • Trailering Package: You’ll get this package standard on the Chevy Silverado 1500. It includesa trailering hitch platform and 2-inch receiver, a 4-pin connector, an automatic locking rear differential, and a 7-wire harness with a 7-way sealed connector.
  • Optional Max Trailering Package: Upgrade your American Fork towing experience with this trailering package that’s available on select trims and includes the Handling/Trailering Suspension Package, revised shock tuning, upgraded rear springs, and more.
  • Optional Tow Mirrors: While other technology has started to replace optional tow mirrors, our parts department will continue to carry them.

Feel the Chevy Silverado 1500 Power at Ken Garff Chevrolet

No matter which engine and trim level you choose, you’ll find it in the Chevy Silverado 1500 inventory at Ken Garff Chevrolet! Contact us to schedule a test drive so you can experience the engines that give the Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity its power.

 

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