GMC Acadia Towing Capacity by Year (2017–2026)
The 2021 GMC Acadia tows up to 4,000 lb. Pick a year for every engine, cab and axle ratio.
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Maximum towing capacity by model year
| Year | Max trailer (lb) | Configuration that achieves it |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,0002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 32 · 16 Sep 2026 | SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package |
No manufacturer ratings published on this site yet for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
All 3 2021 configurations · or open the 2021 page
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | GVWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali | 3.6L V6 | not stated | 3.49 | Tow package | 4,0002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 32 · 16 Sep 2026 | 6,001 | Class III |
| SLE AWD/SLT/Denali | 2.0L Turbo I4 | not stated | 3.47 | Tow package | 1,5002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 32 · 16 Sep 2026 | 6,001 | Class I |
| SL/SLE | 2.5L I4 | 2WD | 3.80 | Tow package | 1,0002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 32 · 16 Sep 2026 | 6,001 | Class I |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2021 GMC Acadia tow it?
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Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2021 GMC Acadia
What to fit, in order · sized to its 4,000 lb rating
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Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2021 GMC Acadia tow?
- The 2021 GMC Acadia tows up to 4,000 lb when equipped as SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package (2021 GMC Trailering Guide, page 32, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- How much can a 2021 GMC Acadia with the 3.6L V6 tow?
- Up to 4,000 lb, as SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- How much can a 2021 GMC Acadia with the 2.0L Turbo I4 tow?
- Up to 1,500 lb, as SLE AWD/SLT/Denali, 2.0L Turbo I4, 3.47 axle, tow package. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- How much can a 2021 GMC Acadia with the 2.5L I4 tow?
- Up to 1,000 lb, as SL/SLE, 2.5L I4, 2WD, 3.80 axle, tow package. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- Can a 2021 GMC Acadia tow 2,000 lb?
- Only in some configurations. 1 of the 3 listed for 2021 are rated at or above 2,000 lb; the lowest that qualifies is 4,000 lb as SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package. The rest are rated below it, so the configuration decides.
- Which 2021 GMC Acadia configurations can tow 2,000 lb?
- 1 of the 3 listed for 2021 are rated at or above 2,000 lb, the highest being SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package at 4,000 lb. By engine, that is the 3.6L V6 at up to 4,000 lb. Cab, drive and axle ratio decide the rest, so check the row that matches your vehicle.
- Which Acadia configuration tows the most?
- For 2021, the highest manufacturer rating is 4,000 lb for the SLE/SLT/AT4/Denali, 3.6L V6, 3.49 axle, tow package. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.
- What hitch class does the Acadia need?
- A 4,000 lb rating falls in Class III. Lower-rated configurations may need a lower class; the class never raises the vehicle's own rating.
- Do these ratings apply to my truck?
- Only if your vehicle matches the configuration in the row, including the axle ratio and tow package. Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle; the certification label on the driver's door jamb and the owner's manual override this site.