2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Towing Specs

 

 

 

For truck owners in Sidney and Shelby County, towing isn’t a luxury, it’s a requirement. Whether you are hauling livestock to the fairgrounds, pulling a camper to Lake Loramie, or transporting heavy equipment to a job site, you need to know exactly what your vehicle can handle. The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV silences the doubters with a maximum available towing capacity of 12,500 lbs, rivaling the strongest gas-powered half-ton pickups on the road today.

 

 

Towing Capacity by Trim Level

The towing capabilities of the Silverado EV vary based on the battery configuration and trim level. The table below breaks down the specs for the models most likely to arrive at Sidney Chevrolet GMC.

Trim Level	Max Towing Capacity	Max Payload	Ideal For
Work Truck (WT)	12,500 lbs	1,800 lbs	Heavy farm use, construction trailers, and fleet duty.
RST First Edition	10,000 lbs	1,500 lbs	Large boats, campers, and recreational haulers.
Trail Boss	12,500 lbs	1,700 lbs	Off-road adventure trailers and toy haulers.
LT	12,500 lbs	1,800 lbs	Balanced daily driving and weekend towing.

The “Wide Open Watts” (WOW) Advantage

Towing heavy loads requires torque, and the 2026 Silverado EV delivers it instantly. In “Wide Open Watts” (WOW) mode, the RST model generates up to 785 lb-ft of torque. Unlike a gas or diesel engine that needs to rev up to reach its power band, the electric motors provide 100% of that torque the moment you touch the pedal. This means pulling a heavy trailer up a steep grade or merging onto I-75 is effortless, with no transmission gear hunting or engine strain.

 

 

Intelligent Trailering Technologies

The 2026 Silverado EV is equipped with advanced software designed to make towing safer and easier for Sidney drivers.

	Transparent Trailer View Using cameras on the back of the truck and the back of your trailer, this system stitches together a video feed that makes your trailer appear “invisible” on your center screen. This allows you to see vehicles following directly behind you, eliminating dangerous blind spots.

Super Cruise with Trailering This hands-free driver-assistance technology works on compatible roads like I-75. It is calibrated to account for the additional drag and braking distance required when a trailer is attached, allowing for reduced fatigue on long hauls.

	Tow/Haul Mode This drive mode adjusts the steering weight, suspension stiffness, and regenerative braking levels to provide maximum control over heavy loads. It increases the “engine braking” effect of the electric motors, saving your physical brakes from overheating on downhill descents.

 

Real-World Range Considerations

Towing a heavy aerodynamic load will impact the range of any vehicle, gas or electric. For the Silverado EV, you can expect the range to decrease by approximately 50% when towing near the maximum capacity. However, with a starting range of up to 440 miles, you still have over 200 miles of towing capability, which is more than enough for most regional round trips in the Miami Valley area.

To explore the towing features yourself, schedule a test drive with our team. You can also view our current New Chevrolet Inventory or visit our Why Buy from Sidney Chevrolet GMC page to learn more about our dealership’s commitment to truck owners.