2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity

The Chevy Silverado 1500 is a mainstay on the Cary job sites for its power and capability. Able to tow heavy loads, carry materials in its large truckbed, and tackle nearly any terrain, it’s hard to compare to the Chevy Silverado 1500. But, many drivers will want to know before buying: how much can the Chevy Silverado tow?

When properly equipped, the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity reaches up to 13,300 pounds, more than enough to tow a boat to the lake or materials to the construction site. Learn more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 payload and towing capabilities in this guide from Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Southpoint before stopping by our Durham location for a test drive!

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Payload & Towing Capacity

One of the hallmarks of the Chevy Silverado 1500 is customization. With several trims, engine options, and bed configurations, each 2023 Silverado 1500 will offer slightly different towing and payload capacities for the Chapel Hill roads. That said, you can get an idea of what to expect by perusing the specs of each engine available on the 2023 Silverado:

2.7L Turbo High-Output Engine

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

5.3L EcoTec3 V8

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

6.2L EcoTec3 V8

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

DuraMax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

• Horsepower: 305 hp
• Torque: 495 lb-ft
• Maximum towing capacity: 13,300 pounds
• Maximum payload capacity: 1,930 pounds

Regardless of which engine you choose, the only way to reach the maximum 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing capacity is to equip the Max Trailering Package. This package increases your towing and GCWR with additions such as an enhanced cooling radiator, revised shock tuning, and heavier-duty rear springs.

Test Drive a 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 at Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Southpoint

Now that you know more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 payload and towing capabilities, it’s time to experience the power of the engines yourself at Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Southpoint! Contact us online or at (984) 666-9878 to set up a test drive at our Durham dealership. Want to learn more about Chevy’s truck offerings to make sure the Silverado 1500 is right for you? Read up on the full lineup of pickups in our Chevy Truck Buyer’s Guide to find the truck that suits your Raleigh lifestyle.