2012 GMC Savana 2500 towing capacity
The 2012 GMC Savana 2500 is published in 8 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 6,700 to 10,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (10,000 lb) sits in half-ton plus / heavy-duty truck territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2012 GMC Savana 2500 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 | — | 280 | 295 | 3.42 | 7,400 | — | 5,326 | 3,274 |
| LS Rear-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 280 | 295 | 3.42 | 6,700 | — | 6,070 | 2,530 |
| LT Rear-wheel Drive Passenger Van | — | 280 | 295 | 3.42 | 6,700 | — | 6,070 | 2,530 |
| Upfitter Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 324 | 373 | 3.42 | 10,000 | — | 5,326 | 3,274 |
| Diesel Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van | — | 260 | 525 | 3.54 | 10,000 | — | 5,326 | 3,274 |
| Work Van Rear-wheel Drive Extended Cargo Van | — | 280 | 295 | 3.42 | 7,200 | — | 5,539 | 3,061 |
| Upfitter Rear-wheel Drive Extended Cargo Van | — | 324 | 373 | 3.42 | 10,000 | — | 5,539 | 3,061 |
| Diesel Rear-wheel Drive Extended Cargo Van | — | 260 | 525 | 3.54 | 10,000 | — | 5,539 | 3,061 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Ratings in this range are typically achievable with a weight-distributing hitch and the appropriate tow package. The conventional bumper-pull rating without weight distribution will be lower than the headline figure shown here — usually 5,000 to 8,000 lb. Confirm the hitch class on your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing at the upper end.
How this year compares to 2011
The 2011 GMC Savana 2500 carried a maximum tow rating of 10,000 lb. The 2012 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 2011 GMC Savana 2500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2012 GMC models
The rest of GMC's 2012 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew CAB | 18,000 |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Extended CAB | 18,000 |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 | 18,000 |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Regular CAB | 16,000 |
| 2012 GMC Sierra 3500hd | 13,000 |
| 2012 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.