Towing

After driving the 2023 ZR2 Bison, it’s easy to see the truck’s appeal. It’s a stylish pickup with enough capability to handle what most owners are likely to throw at it.

Chevy has given the Tahoe and Suburban a mild update with some freshened styling, a bump in power for one of the three available engines and a revised interior.

The Ford Super Duty’s updates for the 2023 model year include added tech features aimed at making towing easier and safer.

There are many EVs on the market now that can handle light- or medium-weight trailers, and a handful of new electric light-duty pickup trucks can even go “tow-to-tow” with their gasoline counterparts.

The 2023 Colorado has a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds, which is top of the range for mid-size pickup trucks, but maximum towing numbers don’t necessarily guarantee a stress-free towing experience.

There are lots of choices among the cheaper-to-buy-and-drive mid-size SUVs that, when properly configured, can safely tow at least 5,000 pounds.

The F-150 offers a class-leading towing capacity of 14,000 pounds, and its ratings are calculated according to the SAE International J2807 standard.

Despite being designed for off-road performance, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro’s towing capacity is a respectable 6,400 pounds.

When properly equipped, these 2023 SUVs offer excellent all-around capability with maximum tow ratings ranging from north of 8,000 pounds to 10,000 pounds.

Here’s a quick guide to the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s towing maximums for its various cab, bed and powertrain configurations.