2015 GMC Canyon Extended CAB towing capacity
The 2015 GMC Canyon Extended CAB is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,500 to 7,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,000 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2015 GMC Canyon Extended CAB 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL Pickup 2D 6 ft | 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter | 200 | 191 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,944 | — |
| Pickup 2D 6 ft | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 305 | 269 | — | 7,000 | — | 3,944 | — |
| SLE Pickup 2D 6 ft | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 305 | 269 | — | 7,000 | — | 3,944 | — |
| SLT Pickup 2D 6 ft | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 305 | 269 | — | 7,000 | — | 3,944 | — |
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 2012
The 2012 GMC Canyon Extended CAB carried a maximum tow rating of 6,000 lb. The 2015 model adds 1,000 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2012 GMC Canyon Extended CAB page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2015 GMC models
The rest of GMC's 2015 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew CAB | 19,600 |
| 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 | 19,600 |
| 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Double CAB | 18,000 |
| 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Regular CAB | 16,000 |
| 2015 GMC Sierra 3500hd | 14,200 |
| 2015 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.