If you’re searching for an easy driving all-around performing SUV, the GMC Acadia is an excellent choice. The Acadia was introduced into GMC’s lineup in 2007 and is still made today. But what is the towing capacity of a 2019 GMC Acadia?
The 2019 GMC Acadia has a maximum towing capacity of 4,000 pounds.
The 2019 GMC Acadia tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, trim level, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.
How Much Can The 2019 GMC Acadia Tow?
The 2019 GMC Acadia has a towing capacity of 4,000 pounds.
The 2019 GMC Acadia tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.
You can always reach out to your local GMC dealership for details to confirm how much your Acadia can tow.
You can check out our guide to GMC Acadia towing capacity by year if you’re looking at a different model year’s max capacity or if you want to compare different years of this vehicle.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
2019 Acadia Towing Capacity By Trim Level
There are many trim levels for the 2019 Acadia. Some engines and features are not available on certain configurations, so they can each have different max towing limits.
Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each package on the 2019 GMC Acadia:
| 2019 GMC Acadia Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2019 GMC Acadia SL | 1,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia SLE-1 | 1,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia SLE-2 | 1,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia All Terrain | 1,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia SLT-1 | 4,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia SLT-2 | 4,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia Black Edition | 4,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia Denali | 4,000 pounds |
Towing Capacity By Engine Size & Drivetrain
2019 GMC Acadia Engine Towing Specs
There are two engine options for the 2019 Acadia, which are a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 193 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque, and a 3.6L V6 engine that produces 310 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque.
2019 GMC Acadia 2.5L 4 Cylinder Engine Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
2019 GMC Acadia 3.6L V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 4,000 pounds
2019 GMC Acadia Drivetrain Towing Specs
The 2019 GMC Acadia comes standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive optional on most trims.
2019 GMC Acadia FWD Tow Capacity: 4,000 pounds
2019 GMC Acadia AWD Tow Capacity: 4,000 pounds
Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2019 GMC Acadia engine. Your GMC Acadia may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.
2019 GMC Acadia Payload Capacity
The maximum payload capacity of the 2019 GMC Acadia is 2,045 pounds.
This means that the 2019 Acadia can carry up to 2,045 pounds worth of passenger and cargo weight in the vehicle, which makes it great for road trips and hauling heavier items.
Note that the max payload capacity of your 2019 Acadia will vary based on factors like the engine type, drivetrain and whether or not a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler is installed.
You can always contact your local dealership for extra details if you’re unsure of your vehicle’s payload capability.
2019 GMC Acadia Tow Package
GMC offers an optional factory-installed towing package for the Acadia which includes a hitch receiver and wiring harness.
We definitely recommend getting the towing package if you plan on towing anything with your 2019 Acadia.
2019 GMC Acadia Towing Capacity Vs Competitors
The 2019 GMC Acadia has a maximum tow rating of 4000 pounds, which makes it capable of medium-duty towing.
The 2019 Acadia’s tow capability is similar to its main competitors which are the 2019 Honda Pilot and the 2019 Toyota Highlander.
Here are some similar vehicles to the 2019 GMC Acadia and their towing capacities below:
2019 Dodge Durango: 8,700 pounds
2019 Honda Pilot: 5,000 pounds
2019 Kia Sorento: 5,000 pounds
2019 Nissan Pathfinder: 6,000 pounds
2019 Toyota Highlander: 5,000 pounds
2019 GMC Models Towing Capacity Chart
| 2019 GMC SUV Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | 12,200 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Canyon | 7,700 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Yukon | 8,500 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Acadia | 4,000 pounds |
| 2019 GMC Terrain | 3,505 pounds |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2019 GMC Acadia Owner’s Manual on GMC’s site and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with a 2019 GMC Acadia.