How Much Can a 2012 GMC Terrain with I4 Engine Tow

Updated 07/10/2019 | Published 07/09/2019

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Question:

Wondering whether it is possible to tow a 17foot fishing boat with my 2012 GMC terrain 4 cylinder. Any advice would be much appreciated! Here are the specific makes/models: Trailer: 2001 E Z Loader Boat: 2001 Starcraft MA model 170 SE Motor: 2003 Mercury Bigfoot 25

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

The maximum towing capacity of a 2012 GMC Terrain with the I4 engine is 1,000 lbs if the trailer does not have brakes or 1,500 lbs if the trailer does have brakes. If the weight of your boat and trailer is under this while loaded then yes, you can tow it. If the loaded boat and trailer weighs more than this I cannot recommend it. In order to tow a trailer with your 2012 GMC Terrain you will need the following:

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13591
Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 56094
Curt Towing Starter Kit part # C45534
7-Way RV Upgrade Kit part # ETBC7L (If Trailer Has Electric Brakes)
Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 (If Trailer Has Electric Brakes)