GMC Yukon Towing Capacity by Year (2017–2026)
The 2021 GMC Yukon tows up to 8,400 lb. Pick a year for every engine, cab and axle ratio.
Ratings on this page last changed .
Shop Class IV hitches for the Yukon →Sponsored link
8,400lb trailer
5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package
- GCWR
- —
- Hitch
- Class IV
- Years
- 1
Maximum towing capacity by model year
| Year | Max trailer (lb) | Configuration that achieves it |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,4002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package |
No manufacturer ratings published on this site yet for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
All 10 2021 configurations · or open the 2021 page
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Payload (lb) | GVWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | 5.3L V8 | 2WD | 3.23 | Max tow package | 8,4002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,792 | 7,400 | Class IV |
| — | 5.3L V8 | 4WD | 3.23 | Max tow package | 8,2002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,702 | 7,500 | Class IV |
| Denali | 6.2L V8 | 2WD | 3.23 | Max tow package | 8,2002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,671 | 7,400 | Class IV |
| — | 3.0L Turbo Diesel | 2WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 8,1002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,671 | 7,500 | Class IV |
| Denali | 6.2L V8 | 4WD | 3.23 | Max tow package | 8,0002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,616 | 7,500 | Class III |
| — | 5.3L V8 | 2WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 7,9002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,792 | 7,400 | Class III |
| — | 3.0L Turbo Diesel | 4WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 7,8002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,581 | 7,700 | Class III |
| — | 5.3L V8 | 4WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 7,7002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,702 | 7,500 | Class III |
| Denali | 6.2L V8 | 2WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 7,7002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,671 | 7,400 | Class III |
| Denali | 6.2L V8 | 4WD | 3.23 | Tow package | 7,5002021 GMC Trailering Guide, p. 27 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,616 | 7,500 | Class III |
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 Yukon tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2021 GMC Yukon
What to fit, in order · sized to its 8,400 lb rating
This page contains sponsored product links. If you buy through them we may earn a commission at no cost to you. How this works.
- See options on Amazon →
Class IV receiver hitchEssential
2021 GMC Yukon is rated to 8,400 lb, which falls in Class IV (up to 10,000 lb).
- See options on Amazon →
Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
- See options on Amazon →
7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
- See options on Amazon →
Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
- See options on Amazon →
Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers
Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.
- See options on Amazon →
Tow mirrorsWide trailers
Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.
Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.
Frequently asked
- How much can a 2021 GMC Yukon tow?
- The 2021 GMC Yukon tows up to 8,400 lb when equipped as 5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package (2021 GMC Trailering Guide, page 27, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- How much can a 2021 GMC Yukon with the 5.3L V8 tow?
- Up to 8,400 lb, as 5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package. Across the 4 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 7,700 lb to 8,400 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.
- How much can a 2021 GMC Yukon with the 6.2L V8 tow?
- Up to 8,200 lb, as Denali, 6.2L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package. Across the 4 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 7,500 lb to 8,200 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.
- How much can a 2021 GMC Yukon with the 3.0L Turbo Diesel tow?
- Up to 8,100 lb, as 3.0L Turbo Diesel, 2WD, 3.23 axle, tow package. Across the 2 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 7,800 lb to 8,100 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.
- Can a 2021 GMC Yukon tow 8,000 lb?
- Only in some configurations. 5 of the 10 listed for 2021 are rated at or above 8,000 lb; the lowest that qualifies is 8,000 lb as Denali, 6.2L V8, 4WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package. The rest are rated below it, so the configuration decides.
- Which 2021 GMC Yukon configurations can tow 8,000 lb?
- 5 of the 10 listed for 2021 are rated at or above 8,000 lb, the highest being 5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package at 8,400 lb. By engine, that is the 5.3L V8 at up to 8,400 lb, the 6.2L V8 at up to 8,200 lb, the 3.0L Turbo Diesel at up to 8,100 lb. Cab, drive and axle ratio decide the rest, so check the row that matches your vehicle.
- Which Yukon configuration tows the most?
- For 2021, the highest manufacturer rating is 8,400 lb for the 5.3L V8, 2WD, 3.23 axle, max tow package. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.
- What hitch class does the Yukon need?
- A 8,400 lb rating falls in Class IV. 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.