GMC Terrain towing capacity
The 2026 GMC Terrain is rated for 1,500 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2026 GMC Terrain
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrainprinted as 'Trailering capacity'; footnote 2: 'AWD models only.' | AWD | 1,500 lbs | p. 64 |
Source: 2026 GM Envolve Fleet Guide
2021 GMC Terrain
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL/SLE/SLT/Denali, SL/SLE/SLT/Denalihitch type not named: column is 'Max Trailer Weight Rating' and the guide gives no statement that these ratings are for a conventional hitch; label names trims only; drive not printed | 1.5L Turbo I4 | 3.47 | 1,500 lbs | p. 37 |
Source: 2021 GMC Trailering Guide
2020 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 2.0L Turbo I4 | 3,500 lbs |
| 1.5L Turbo I4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2020 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2020 GMC Trailering Guide
2019 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 2.0L TURBO I4 | 3,500 lbs |
| 1.5L TURBO I4 | 1,500 lbs |
| 1.6L TURBO DIESEL I4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2019 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2019 GMC Trailering Guide
2018 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 2.0L TURBO I-4 | 3,500 lbs |
| 1.5L TURBO I-4 | 1,500 lbs |
| 1.6L TURBO DIESEL I-4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2018 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2018 GMC Trailering Guide
2017 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 3.6L V-6 | 3,500 lbs |
| 2.4L I-4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2017 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2017 GMC Trailering Guide
2016 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 3.6L V-6 | 3,500 lbs |
| 2.4L I-4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2016 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2016 GMC Trailering Guide
2015 GMC Terrain
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 3.6L V-6 | 3,500 lbs |
| 2.4L I-4 | 1,500 lbs |
All 4 2015 Terrain configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2015 GMC Trailering Guide
Common questions
How has the GMC Terrain's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2026: 1,500 lbs; 2021: 1,500 lbs; 2020: 3,500 lbs; 2019: 3,500 lbs; 2018: 3,500 lbs; 2017: 3,500 lbs; 2016: 3,500 lbs; 2015: 3,500 lbs.
What hitch are the GMC Terrain ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.