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GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels Deliver Impressive Towing Power

Published on Oct 26, 2023 by Admin

Maximum Towing Capacity of Every 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Model Level

When it comes to towing, nothing beats a pickup. And that’s especially true for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, which offers plenty of towing power spread across four unique engine options. There are six-cylinder options, V8 options and even the choice between gas and diesel, but regardless of the engine that you ultimately decide on, you’ll find that even trim model of the Sierra 1500 is equipped to tow.

2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Options

Let’s start by taking a closer look at the four engines, which include a: TurboMax, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 and 3.0L Duramax® Turbo Diesel engine. Here’s what each of them have to offer:

  • TurboMax: 310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of best-in-class standard torque, available maximum towing capacity of up to 9,500 pounds.
  • 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8: 355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft of best-in-class standard torque, available maximum towing capacity of up to 9,500 pounds.
  • 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8: 420 horsepower, 460 lb-ft of best-in-class standard torque, available maximum towing capacity of up to 13,100 pounds.
  • 3.0-liter Turbo Diesel: 305 horsepower, 495 lb-ft of best-in-class standard torque, available maximum towing capacity of up to 13,300 pounds.

Maximum Towing Capacity by Trim Level

While it’s clear that the turbo diesel engine option is the strongest of the four in the towing department, it’s important to note that not all four engines are available in every trim level. Certain trim levels come with different standard engines and offer up additional engines as available upgrades. Here are the engines you’ll find with each trim level of the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, as well as the max towing capacity.

 

  • Pro: Comes standard with the TurboMax. Available with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8. Max towing: 9,500 pounds.
  • SLE: Comes standard with the TurboMax. Available with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 and 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • Elevation: Comes standard with the TurboMax. Available with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 and 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • SLT: Comes standard with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8. Available with the 6.2-liter V8 and 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • AT4: Comes standard with the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Available with the 6.2-liter V8. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • Denali: Comes standard with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8. Available with the 6.2-liter V8 and 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • AT4X: Comes standard with the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Available with the 6.2-liter V8. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.
  • Denali Ultimate: Comes standard with the 6.2-liter V8. Available with the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel. Max towing: 13,300 pounds.

Get the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 in Gainesville Texas

Looking to take advantage of the impressive towing power of the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500? If you’re in the northern Texas area, we encourage you to give us a visit here at Glenn Polk Auto. We can help to set you up with any one of the eight available trim levels, as well as one of the four available engines and can assist you with placing a custom order of the capable pickup so you can build it to your needs and wants.

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