2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid towing capacity
The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,900 to 6,100 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,100 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1HY 4x2 Crew Cab 143.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 6,100 | 7,100 | 5,641 | 1,459 |
| 2HY 4x2 Crew Cab 143.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 6,100 | 7,100 | 5,641 | 1,459 |
| 1HY 4x4 Crew Cab 143.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 5,900 | 7,300 | 5,882 | 1,418 |
| 2HY 4x4 Crew Cab 143.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 5,900 | 7,300 | 5,882 | 1,418 |
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 2006
The 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid carried a maximum tow rating of 7,400 lb. The 2009 model is rated 1,300 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2009 Chevrolet models
The rest of Chevrolet's 2009 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Crew CAB | 13,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Extended CAB | 13,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Regular CAB | 13,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Crew CAB | 13,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended CAB | 13,000 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Regular CAB | 13,000 |
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.