How much can the 2027 Cadillac Escalade tow?
The 2027 Cadillac Escalade tows up to 8,100 lb when properly equipped (Luxury, 6.2L V8 420 hp, RWD). Ratings run from 7,000 lb to 8,100 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 7,900 lb or more.
Maximum towing
8,100 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
7,900 lb
median configuration
Payload
up to 1,600 lb
people, cargo and tongue weight
What can the Escalade tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (8,100 lb) and the lowest-rated (7,000 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped | Lowest-rated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small travel trailer (20 ft) | ~5,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Two-horse trailer, loaded | ~7,000 lb | Near the limit | Near the limit |
| Mid-size travel trailer (28 ft) | ~8,000 lb | Near the limit | Over the rating |
| Large travel trailer (35 ft) | ~10,000 lb | Over the rating | Over the rating |
Check your own trailer weight against every Escalade configuration
Escalade towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Body | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | RWD | 8,100 lb | 1,570 lb |
| Sport | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | RWD | 8,100 lb | 1,570 lb |
| Luxury | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | RWD | 8,000 lb | 1,600 lb |
| Sport | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | RWD | 8,000 lb | 1,600 lb |
| Luxury | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,900 lb | 1,580 lb |
| Platinum Luxury | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,900 lb | 1,580 lb |
| Platinum Sport | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,900 lb | 1,580 lb |
| Sport | SUV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,900 lb | 1,580 lb |
| Luxury | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Platinum Luxury | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Platinum Sport | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Sport | ESV | 6.2L V8 420 hp | 4WD | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb |
| V | SUV | 6.2L V8 682 hp | AWD | 7,200 lb | 1,300 lb |
| V | ESV | 6.2L V8 682 hp | AWD | 7,000 lb | 1,140 lb |
2027 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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