The Slate Truck is a hotly anticipated, compact EV truck that is estimated to begin delivery near the end of 2026. The Slate Truck has many features consumers expect from today’s trucks, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2027 Slate Truck?
A 2027 Slate Truck has a towing capacity of 1,824 to 2,000 pounds,
There’s a bit more to know about the 2027 Slate Truck tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
How Much Can The 2027 Slate Truck Tow?
The 2027 Slate Truck has a max towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.
The 2027 Slate Truck tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, body style, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.
You can always reach out to your local Slate dealership for details to confirm how much your 2027 Truck can tow.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
2027 Truck Tow Capacity By Trim Level
There aren’t different trim levels for the 2027 Slate Truck, as it’s a barebones vehicle the consumer can customize themselves. Having said that, all Slate Trucks have a max tow capacity of 2,000 pounds.
The 2027 Slate Truck has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.
The 2027 Slate SUV has a towing capacity of 1,823 pounds.
Slate Truck Towing Capacity By Engine Size & Drivetrain
2027 Slate Truck Engine Towing Specs
There is one engine options for the 2027 Truck, which is a single rear-wheel-drive motor that produces 181 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque.
2027 Slate Truck Electric Engine Towing Capacity: 2,000 pounds
2027 Slate SUV Electric Engine Towing Capacity: 1,823 pounds
2027 Slate Truck Drivetrain Towing Specs
The 2027 Slate Truck comes standard with rear wheel drive on all models and configurations.
2027 Slate Truck RWD Tow Capacity: 2,000 pounds
2027 Slate SUV RWD Tow Capacity: 1,823 pounds
Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2027 Slate Truck engine. Your Slate Truck may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.
2027 Slate Truck Payload Capacity
The maximum payload capacity of the 2027 Slate Truck is 1,550 pounds.
The maximum payload capacity of the 2027 Slate SUV is 1,263 pounds.
Note that the max payload capacity of your 2027 Truck will vary based on factors like the body type, passenger and cargo weight, and whether or not a towing package is installed.
For example, curb weight and GWVR play a big factor in calculating payload capacity.
Here are some specs for this vehicle:
2027 Slate Truck GVWR: 5,698 lbs
2027 Slate Truck Curb Weight: 4,408 lbs
You can always contact Slate for extra details if you’re unsure of your vehicle’s payload capability.
2027 Slate Truck Tow Package
The 2027 Slate Truck does not come with a towing package automatically installed, but it is available as an add-on option.
The 2027 Slate Truck tow will use a Class II receiver hitch. The ball mount and hitch ball are sold separately.
Slate also reports that they are working on flat towing options for this vehicle.
We definitely recommend getting the tow package if you plan on towing anything with your 2027 Truck.
What Can You Tow With A 2027 Slate Truck?
The Slate’s modest 2,000 pound tow capacity will allow you to haul:
- A small utility trailer (typically these weigh 1,000 to 1,200 lbs including both the trailer and what’s being hauled on it)
- A lightweight pop-up camper or teardrop trailer (for example, a 1,100 lb teardrop with 250 lbs of camping gear and water would weigh about 1,350 lbs, while a small pop-up camper weighing 1,500 lbs loaded with 300 lb of supplies would weigh around 1,800 lbs).
- A boat trailer with a small boat (for example, a 900 lb aluminum boat and trailer with 200 lbs of fuel, gear, and safety equipment would come in around 1,100 lbs, while two jetskis on a lightweight trailer might wiegh 1,300 to 1,700 lbs depending on the trailer and other accessories).
- A cargo trailer for light equipment, furniture, or household items can also stay within the ’27 Slate’s towing limit. For example, a 650 lb enclosed trailer with 600 lbs of household goods totals about 1,250 lbs, while a 900 lb trailer carrying 800 lbs of tools or lawn mowing equipment totals about 1,700 lbs.
What to Consider When Towing with the 2027 Slate Truck
The Slate Truck tow rating includes the trailer and everything on it, so the trailer’s empty weight matters a lot. A 1,300 lb trailer leaves only 700 lb for cargo before reaching the 2027 Slate’s 2,000 lb max towing cap, and tongue weight also counts against your vehicle’s limits.
2027 Slate Truck Towing Capacity Vs Competitors
The 2027 Slate Truck has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some light duty trailer towing.
This number is lower than other vehicles in it’s class, which are the Ford Maverick and the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
By comparison, the Maverick can tow up to 4,000 lbs with the 4K towing package equipped, and the Santa Cruz can tow 3,500 lbs.
2027 Slate SUVs Towing Capacity Chart
| 2027 Slate SUV Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2027 Slate Truck | 2,000 pounds |
| 2027 Slate Crosstrek | 1,824 pounds |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2027 Slate Press Releases on Slate’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 2027 Slate Truck.