2024 Chevrolet Towing Guide

For many truck and SUV buyers, towing capabilities are a top priority when selecting a vehicle. Whether you’re hauling a boat, camper, or trailer, having a reliable and capable vehicle is essential. Chevrolet has long been known for producing trucks and SUVs that excel in towing performance, and the 2024 lineup is no exception. In this Chevy towing guide, we’ll explore the towing capabilities of the latest Chevrolet models, discuss essential accessories, and provide practical tips for safe and efficient towing.

Overview of Towing Capabilities in 2024 Chevrolet Models

The 2024 Chevrolet lineup offers an impressive range of towing capacities across its trucks and SUVs. The Silverado 1500, Chevrolet’s light-duty pickup, can tow up to 13,300 pounds when properly equipped. For those requiring even more towing power, the Silverado HD series delivers. The 2024 Silverado 2500 HD can tow up to 22,430 pounds, while the Silverado 3500 HD takes it a step further, offering a maximum towing capacity of 36,000 pounds.

Chevrolet’s midsize truck, the Colorado, is also a capable towing machine, offering a maximum rating of 7,700 pounds. In the SUV lineup, the Tahoe and Suburban have towing capacities of up to 8,400 pounds and 8,300 pounds, respectively.

What You Need To Start Towing

Before you start towing, it’s essential to understand the components and requirements involved. First and foremost, you’ll need a trailer hitch. Chevrolet offers a variety of hitch options, including ball hitches, fifth-wheel hitches, and gooseneck hitches. The type you choose will depend on the weight of your trailer and the towing capacity of your vehicle. You’ll also need a wiring harness to connect your vehicle’s electrical system to the trailer’s lights and brakes. Chevrolet offers a range of wiring harnesses explicitly designed for its cars, ensuring a seamless and reliable connection.

It’s also crucial to understand trailering vs. towing, along with the weight of your trailer and how it affects your vehicle’s towing capacity. Your vehicle’s curb weight, payload capacity, and tongue weight all play a role in determining how much you can safely tow. Consult your vehicle’s owners manual for specific weight limits and guidelines.

Model-Specific Towing Capacities and Guidelines

Let’s take a closer look at the towing capacities and guidelines for some of the most popular 2024 Chevrolet models.

Silverado 1500

The 2024 Silverado 1500 offers a range of engine options, each with its own towing capacity. The 2.7L Turbo engine can tow up to 9,500 pounds, while the 5.3L V-8 can handle up to 11,300 pounds. Opt for the 6.2L V-8 with the Max Trailering Package for maximum towing power, which allows for up to 13,300 pounds of towing capacity. The Silverado 1500 also offers a Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine, which can tow up to 12,500 pounds.

Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD

The Silverado HD series is built for heavy-duty towing. The 2024 Silverado 2500 HD comes standard with a 6.6L V-8 gas engine that can tow up to 14,500 pounds. When equipped with the available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V-8 and the NHT Max Trailering Package, the towing capacity increases to 20,000 pounds and 22,430 pounds with a ball hitch and fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch, respectively.

The Silverado 3500 HD takes towing to the next level. Its maximum towing capacity is 20,000 pounds with a ball hitch and 36,000 pounds with a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch. This is when it’s equipped with the Duramax diesel engine.

Colorado

The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado offers two engine options. The standard 2.7L Turbo engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The more powerful 310-horsepower TurboMax engine can tow up to 7,700 pounds when properly equipped.

Tahoe and Suburban

Chevrolet’s full-size SUVs, the Tahoe and Suburban, offer impressive towing capabilities for families and adventurers. Both models come with three engine options paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. These are a 5.3L V-8, a 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel, and a 6.2L V-8. The Tahoe’s max towing capacities for these three options are 8,400 pounds, 8,300 pounds, and 8,200 pounds, respectively. The Suburban has slightly lower numbers: 8,300 pounds, 8,200 pounds, and 8,000 pounds. These figures are for the vehicles’ two-wheel-drive models with the NHT Max Trailering Package.

Essential Towing Accessories for Chevrolet Vehicles

To ensure safe and efficient towing with your Chevrolet, consider investing in these essential towing accessories:

• Trailer brake controller: This allows you to adjust the braking force applied to your trailer’s brakes, ensuring a smooth and controlled stop. Chevrolet offers an integrated trailer brake controller on select models, which you can easily adjust using the in-vehicle display.
• Weight distribution hitch: When towing heavy loads, this hitch can help distribute the tongue weight of your trailer more evenly across your vehicle’s axles. It improves stability and handling, making towing safer and more comfortable.
• Sway control: This system helps prevent your trailer from swaying or fishtailing while towing, especially in windy conditions or when passing other vehicles. Chevrolet offers an integrated sway control system on select models, which works with the trailer brake controller to keep your trailer stable.
• Backup camera: This can be a lifesaver when hitching up your trailer or maneuvering in tight spaces. Chevrolet offers a range of camera options, including the Bed View Camera, which allows you to see inside your truck bed, and the Rear Camera Mirror, which provides a wide-angle view behind your vehicle.

Safety Tips for Towing With a Chevrolet

Towing can be challenging, especially for beginners. Follow these safety tips to ensure a smooth and incident-free towing experience:

• Always perform a pre-trip inspection of your vehicle and trailer, checking tire pressure, lights, and hitch connections.
• Ensure your trailer is loaded properly, with 60% of the weight in the front half and the remaining 40% in the back.
• Maintain a safe following distance and avoid sudden maneuvers or lane changes.
• Use a lower gear when towing uphill or downhill to maintain control and prevent overheating.
• Take wide turns to avoid hitting curbs or other obstacles with your trailer.

Experience the Towing Capabilities at Cochran Chevrolet Youngstown

Visit us at Cochran Chevrolet Youngstown to experience the impressive towing capabilities of the 2024 Chevrolet lineup for yourself. Our knowledgeable sales staff is ready to help you find the right vehicle and accessories for your towing needs. Contact us to learn more about our selection of towing accessories and packages to help you get the most out of your Chevrolet vehicle.