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From a three-row Chevy Suburban towing 8,300 pounds to a Rivian R1S hauling nearly as much on electric power, the best SUVs for towing in 2026
SUVs may not tow as much as trucks, but they can still haul a lot, up to 10,300 pounds in some cases. Many SUVs can comfortably tow a good-sized family camper or boat while offering a more spacious and well-equipped cabin, often with three rows of seats, along with a more comfortable ride than a big traditional truck.
Every model on this list can tow close to 8,000 pounds or more, which covers most weekend warrior needs. The list skews toward the biggest SUVs overall, though it includes luxury and nonluxury models alike, along with a couple of EVs, since people do tow with electric vehicles even though they suit shorter-range tasks better.
The 10 SUVs below appear on U.S. News, covering the best SUVs for towing in 2026. Reaching the maximum towing capacity in many models often requires upgrading well beyond the base trim, and most vehicles offer one or more towing packages that add useful features, so pricing and package requirements deserve close attention when shopping. A few towing basics matter regardless of which SUV a shopper ultimately chooses. Four-wheel drive sends torque to all four wheels and typically includes a manual control, making it useful for off-road and poor conditions, though it tends to run less fuel-efficient than all-wheel drive, which automatically sends power to whichever wheels need it most. GVWR, or gross vehicle weight rating, describes the maximum total weight of a vehicle including passengers, cargo, and equipment, while GCWR, or gross combined weight rating, covers the maximum allowable combined weight of both the towing vehicle and whatever it’s pulling. Many experts also recommend the 80/20 towing rule, which suggests staying under 80% of a vehicle’s maximum towing capacity to reduce strain, maintain better control, and preserve adequate braking performance.
