2011 GMC Savana 1500 towing capacity
The 2011 GMC Savana 1500 is published in 8 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 4,400 to 6,700 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,700 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2011 GMC Savana 1500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Van Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 195 | 260 | 3.42 | 4,400 | — | 4,919 | 2,381 |
| LS Rear-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.42 | 6,300 | — | 5,526 | 1,774 |
| LT Rear-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.42 | 6,300 | — | 5,526 | 1,774 |
| LS All-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.42 | 6,100 | — | 5,732 | 1,568 |
| LT All-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.42 | 6,100 | — | 5,732 | 1,568 |
| Upfitter Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.73 | 6,700 | — | 5,156 | 2,144 |
| Work Van All-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.42 | 6,400 | — | 5,248 | 2,052 |
| Upfitter All-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 310 | 334 | 3.73 | 6,400 | — | 5,526 | 1,774 |
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 2010
The 2010 GMC Savana 1500 carried a maximum tow rating of 6,700 lb. The 2011 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2011 GMC models
The rest of GMC's 2011 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew CAB | 17,000 |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 | 17,000 |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Extended CAB | 16,000 |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Regular CAB | 16,000 |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 3500hd | 13,000 |
| 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Crew 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.