Second generation (2015-2022)
2021 GMC Canyon towing capacity
Max towing, 20217,700 lb
The 2021 GMC Canyon tows up to 7,700 lb (Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel 2WD, per the 2021 GMC Trailering Guide).
The lowest rating is 3,500 lb, for the Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.5L I4 gas 2WD.
2021 GMC Trailering Guide (Canyon section)- Configurations
- 11
- Payload
- 1,380–1,578 lb
- GCWR
- 8,500–12,700 lb
01 / Ratings
Every 2021 Canyon configuration
2021 GMC Canyon
| Configuration | Max towing lb | GCWR lb | Max payload lb | GVWR lb | Axle ratio | Tow check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L I4 gas | ||||||
| Crew Cab · Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) · 2WD | 3,500 | 8,500 | 1,440 | 5,500 | 4.10 | Check load → |
| Extended Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 2WD | 3,500 | 8,500 | 1,430 | 5,400 | 4.10 | Check load → |
| Extended Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 4WD | 3,500 | 8,500 | 1,400 | 5,600 | 4.10 | Check load → |
| 3.6L V6 gas | ||||||
| Crew Cab · Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) · 2WD | 7,000 | 12,000 | 1,578 | 5,800 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Crew Cab · Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) · 4WD | 7,000 | 12,000 | 1,500 | 6,000 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Crew Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 4WD | 7,000 | 12,000 | 1,460 | 6,000 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Extended Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 2WD | 7,000 | 12,000 | 1,560 | 5,700 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Extended Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 4WD | 7,000 | 12,000 | 1,520 | 5,900 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel | ||||||
| Crew Cab · Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) · 2WD Most | 7,700 | 12,700 | 1,470 | 6,000 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Crew Cab · Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) · 4WD | 7,550 | 12,700 | 1,440 | 6,200 | 3.42 | Check load → |
| Crew Cab · Long bed (74.0 in at the floor) · 4WD | 7,550 | 12,700 | 1,380 | 6,200 | 3.42 | Check load → |
02 / Why
Which one tows the most, and why
What moves the rating
MakerTows the most: 7,700 lb
Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel 2WD.
Best rating by engine
- 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel7,700 lb
- 3.6L V6 gas7,000 lb
- 2.5L I4 gas3,500 lb
The line is the highest rating on this page. Each bar is that engine’s best configuration.
03 / By year
Canyon towing by model year
04 / Next
Check it against your load
05 / FAQ
Questions people ask
Which 2021 Canyon configuration tows the most?
The Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel 2WD, at 7,700 lb.
What is the GCWR of the 2021 GMC Canyon?
8,500–12,700 lb by configuration; the most is 12,700 lb, for the Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel 2WD. GCWR is the most the loaded vehicle and its loaded trailer may weigh together.
Has the GMC Canyon’s towing capacity changed by year?
Highest rating by model year: 2023, 7,700 lb; 2022, 7,700 lb; 2021, 7,700 lb; 2020, 7,700 lb; 2015, up to 7,000 lb.
Does the engine change the 2021 Canyon’s towing capacity?
Yes. Best rating by engine: 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel, 7,700 lb; 3.6L V6 gas, 7,000 lb; 2.5L I4 gas, 3,500 lb.
Which 2021 Canyon configuration tows the least?
The Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.5L I4 gas 2WD, at 3,500 lb; two more configurations are rated the same.
What is the GVWR of the 2021 GMC Canyon?
5,400–6,200 lb by configuration; the most is 6,200 lb, for the Crew Cab Short bed (61.7 in at the floor) 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel 4WD. GVWR is the most the vehicle may weigh with its people, cargo and the trailer’s tongue weight aboard.