2022 GMC Canyon towing capacity
The 2022 GMC Canyon is published in 14 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,500 to 7,700 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,700 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2022 GMC Canyon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation Standard 4x2 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,500 | 5,400 | 3,932 | 1,468 |
| Elevation Standard 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,500 | 5,500 | 4,026 | 1,474 |
| Elevation Standard 4x4 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 5,900 | 4,343 | 1,557 |
| Elevation 4x2 Extended Cab 6 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,500 | 5,400 | 3,949 | 1,451 |
| Elevation 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 200 | 191 | 4.1 | 3,500 | 5,500 | 4,036 | 1,464 |
| Elevation 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,425 | 1,575 |
| Elevation 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,513 | 1,487 |
| AT4 w/Cloth 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,425 | 1,575 |
| AT4 w/Cloth 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,513 | 1,487 |
| AT4 w/Leather 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,456 | 1,544 |
| AT4 w/Leather 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,555 | 1,445 |
| Denali 4x2 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 5,800 | 4,216 | 1,584 |
| Denali 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,456 | 1,544 |
| Denali 4x4 Crew Cab 6 ft. box 140.5 in. WB | — | 308 | 275 | 3.42 | 7,700 | 6,000 | 4,555 | 1,445 |
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 2021
The 2021 GMC Canyon carried a maximum tow rating of 7,000 lb. The 2022 model adds 700 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 2021 GMC Canyon page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2022 GMC models
The rest of GMC's 2022 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Double CAB | 21,210 |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 | 21,210 |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Crew CAB | 18,500 |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 | 18,500 |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew CAB | 16,300 |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 3500hd | 16,000 |
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.