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Here Are The 2024 GMC Acadia Towing Capacities

The 2024 GMC Acadia finally broke cover at the 2023 Detroit Auto Show, ushering in the crossover’s all-new third generation with larger exterior dimensions, a roomier cabin, new tech features and a new engine. The 2024 Acadia can haul a decent load when properly equipped, and below, GM Authority breaks down the towing capacities of the all-new crossover.

First, let’s revisit the 2024 GMC Acadia engine lineup. All 2024 GMC Acadia variants harness the turbocharged 2.5L I4 LK0 gasoline engine as standard, as GM Authority was the first to report. That powerhouse is rated at 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque, and is bolted to the GM eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel-drive is standard while all-wheel-drive is optional.

Notably, the 2024 Acadia is also offered with an optional towing package for certain trims, while others are outfitted with the package as standard. Now, with that in mind, let’s take a look at how much weight the 2024 Acadia can haul.

2024 GMC Acadia Towing Capacities

ModelDrivetrainTurbo 2.5L I4 LK0
Axle RatioMax Trailer Weight (lbs / kg)
ElevationFWD3.491,500 / 680
ElevationAWD3.491,500 / 680
Elevation with V921FWD3.495,000 / 2,268
Elevation with V921AWD3.495,000 / 2,268
AT4 with V922AWD3.495,000 / 2,268
Denali with V922FWD3.495,000 / 2,268
Denali with V922AWD3.495,000 / 2,268
1. Optional Trailering Equipment Package (RPO code V92).
2. Standard Trailering Equipment Package (RPO code V92).

The base 2024 GMC Acadia Elevation is rated to tow 1,500 pounds when not equipped with the optional Trailering Equipment Package (RPO code V92). Opting for this package bumps the Acadia Elevation capacity to 5,000 pounds. Note that both the AT4 and Denali trims are outfitted with the Trailering Equipment Package as standard, and are therefore also capable of towing 5,000 pounds. In comparison, the outgoing GMC Acadia could tow up to 4,000 pounds.

However, before just hitching up a fully loaded trailer and taking off, there are a few precautions that GM recommends before towing with the 2024 GMC Acadia. The automaker discourages owners from towing within the first 500 miles (800 km) of vehicle use to prevent damage to the axles, engine or other critical parts. Before towing a heavy load, perform an oil change, and do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) or make starts at full throttle during the first 500 miles of trailer towing. While the Acadia is perfectly capable of towing in Drive, if the driver finds that the transmission downshifts too often, they may manually select a gear using Manual mode.

There are several features and technologies General Motors recommends deactivating before pulling a trailer, including:

Note that Super Cruise may be used while towing. However, if Super Cruise is being used with vehicles equipped with an aftermarket trailer brake controller, Super Cruise should be disengaged before applying the manual trailer brake. Otherwise, Super Cruise may not disengage automatically when the trailer brake is applied. Additionally, Super Cruise lane change should not be used while towing a trailer.

Additionally, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) should be set to Alert unless equipped with Super Cruise. Do not use Automatic Parking Assist (APA) while towing a trailer.

Pricing for the 2024 GMC Acadia starts at $43,995. Under the skin, the crossover rides on the GM C1 platform. Production takes place at the GM Lansing Delta Township plant in Michigan.

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Alexandra is a Colorado-based journalist with a passion for all things involving horsepower, be it automotive or equestrian.

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  1. In other words the powerhouse can’t really pull much at all.

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    1. In other words, towing capacity is tied to the whole system including the vehicle weight and only little to do with the engine power. I’m sure you know how max tow rating is calculated, right?

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    2. It pulls just as much as the other C1 SUVs and the same amount as the older Lambda platforms…

      However, GM missed an opportunity to make these vehicles RWD and put the full 2.7L in for a 6,000 lb tow rating. That opens the door to so many more RV options for families. But no, they want to force you into buying a Tahoe or Yukon and get that extra $$$.

      All the other domestics have 3-row SUV crossovers that can pull more than the General’s offerings — which is kind of embarrassing when the frame and supporting suspension components are way stronger on the Lambdas and C1s than the competition.

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