2002 Chevrolet-GMC Astro/Safari 2WD towing capacity
The 2002 Chevrolet-GMC Astro/Safari 2WD is published in one configuration with a tow rating of 5,400 lb (mid-size SUV / pickup territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2002 Chevrolet-GMC Astro/Safari 2WD with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4300 V-6 | 4300 V-6 | — | — | — | 5,400 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2000
The 2000 Chevrolet-GMC Astro/Safari 2WD carried a maximum tow rating of 6,000 lb. The 2002 model is rated 600 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2000 Chevrolet-GMC Astro/Safari 2WD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2002 Chevrolet-GMC models
The rest of Chevrolet-GMC's 2002 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
Notes
- Maximum tongue weight with weight-carrying hitch is 200 pounds. If tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of trailer weight, use a weight-distributing hitch and sway control.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.