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How much can the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado EV tow?

The 2027 Chevrolet Silverado EV tows up to 12,500 lb when properly equipped (LT Extended Range, Electric 645 hp, 4WD). Ratings run from 8,500 lb to 12,500 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 10,500 lb or more.

What can the Silverado EV tow?

Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (12,500 lb) and the lowest-rated (8,500 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.

TrailerWeightBest-equippedLowest-rated
Jet ski on a trailer~1,000 lbComfortableComfortable
Small utility trailer, loaded~1,500 lbComfortableComfortable
Teardrop camper~1,800 lbComfortableComfortable
Pop-up camper~3,000 lbComfortableComfortable
Bass boat and trailer~3,500 lbComfortableComfortable
Small travel trailer (20 ft)~5,000 lbComfortableComfortable
Two-horse trailer, loaded~7,000 lbComfortableNear the limit
Mid-size travel trailer (28 ft)~8,000 lbComfortableNear the limit
Large travel trailer (35 ft)~10,000 lbComfortableOver the rating

Check your own trailer weight against every Silverado EV configuration

Silverado EV towing capacity by configuration

TrimEngineDriveTowsPayload
LT Extended RangeElectric 645 hp4WD12,500 lb1,800 lb
Trail Boss Extended RangeElectric 625 hp4WD12,500 lb1,700 lb
Work Truck Extended RangeElectric 510 hp4WD12,500 lb1,800 lb
Work Truck Max RangeElectric 510 hp4WD10,500 lb1,400 lb
Trail Boss Max RangeElectric 725 hp4WD10,200 lb1,500 lb
LT Standard RangeElectric 605 hp4WD8,500 lb2,350 lb
Work Truck Standard RangeElectric 510 hp4WD8,500 lb2,350 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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