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2017 Chevrolet Traverse Towing

The 2017 Chevrolet Traverse offers a maximum towing capacity of 5,200 pounds (2,358 kg).

Towing Package

The 2017 Traverse is available with an optional trailering equipment package (RPO code VR2) on all trim levels except for the LS Base (1SM). The package includes the following components:

  • Heavy-duty cooling system (V08)
  • Trailer hitch (VR2)

The equipment package components cannot be ordered separately.

2017 Chevrolet Traverse Trailering Package Availability
Feature LS Base (1SM) LS (1LS) LT (1LT) LT (2LT) Premier (1LZ)
Trailering equipment N/A A A A1 A

Legend:

  • A – Available
  • A1 – Included with Graphite Special Edition (HCR)
  • N/A – Not Available

Towing Capacities

2017 Chevy Traverse Towing Specs
Drive Wheels Axle ratio GCWR GVWR Max Towing Capacity
FWD 3.16 10,250 lb / 4,649 kg 6,411 lb / 2,908 kg 5,200
AWD 3.16 10,450 lb/4,740 kg 6,459 lb /2,930 kg 5,200

The maximum trailer ratings are calculated assuming standard-equipped vehicle, driver and required trailering equipment. The weight of optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight that the vehicle can tow. Recommended trailer tongue load is 10 to 15 percent of the trailer weight.

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