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How much can the 2026 Toyota 4Runner tow?

The 2026 Toyota 4Runner tows up to 6,000 lb when properly equipped (Limited, 2.4L I4 278 hp, 4WD). Ratings run from 5,800 lb to 6,000 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 6,000 lb or more.

What can the 4Runner tow?

Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (6,000 lb) and the lowest-rated (5,800 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.

TrailerWeightBest-equippedLowest-rated
Jet ski on a trailer~1,000 lbComfortableComfortable
Small utility trailer, loaded~1,500 lbComfortableComfortable
Teardrop camper~1,800 lbComfortableComfortable
Pop-up camper~3,000 lbComfortableComfortable
Bass boat and trailer~3,500 lbComfortableComfortable
Small travel trailer (20 ft)~5,000 lbNear the limitNear the limit
Two-horse trailer, loaded~7,000 lbOver the ratingOver the rating

Check your own trailer weight against every 4Runner configuration

4Runner towing capacity by configuration

TrimEngineDriveTowsPayload
Limited2.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
Limited2.4L I4 278 hpRWD6,000 lb–
Limited2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp4WD6,000 lb–
SR52.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
SR52.4L I4 278 hpRWD6,000 lb–
TRD Off-Road2.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Off-Road2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Off-Road Premium2.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Off-Road Premium2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Sport2.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Sport2.4L I4 278 hpRWD6,000 lb–
TRD Sport Premium2.4L I4 278 hp4WD6,000 lb–
TRD Sport Premium2.4L I4 278 hpRWD6,000 lb–
Platinum2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp4WD5,800 lb–
TRD Pro2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp4WD5,800 lb–
Trailhunter2.4L I4 hybrid 323 hp4WD5,800 lb–

2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.

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