How much can the 2026 Toyota Tacoma tow?

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma tows up to 6,500 lb when properly equipped (SR5, 2.4L I4 278 hp, RWD). Ratings run from 3,500 lb to 6,500 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 6,400 lb or more.

Maximum towing
6,500 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
6,400 lb
median configuration
Payload
up to 1,705 lb
people, cargo and tongue weight

What can the Tacoma tow?

Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (6,500 lb) and the lowest-rated (3,500 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.

Trailer	Weight	Best-equipped	Lowest-rated
Jet ski on a trailer	~1,000 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Small utility trailer, loaded	~1,500 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Teardrop camper	~1,800 lb	Comfortable	Comfortable
Pop-up camper	~3,000 lb	Comfortable	Near the limit
Bass boat and trailer	~3,500 lb	Comfortable	Near the limit
Small travel trailer (20 ft)	~5,000 lb	Comfortable	Over the rating
Two-horse trailer, loaded	~7,000 lb	Over the rating	Over the rating
Mid-size travel trailer (28 ft)	~8,000 lb	Over the rating	Over the rating

Check your own trailer weight against every Tacoma configuration

Tacoma towing capacity by configuration

Trim	Body	Engine	Drive	Tows	Payload
SR5	Xtracab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,500 lb	1,460 lb
SR5	Xtracab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,500 lb	1,230 lb
TRD PreRunner	Xtracab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,500 lb	1,405 lb
SR5	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,505 lb
SR5	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,400 lb	1,510 lb
SR5	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,405 lb
SR5	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,400 lb	1,605 lb
TRD Off-Road	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 270 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,525 lb
TRD Off-Road	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,655 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 270 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,570 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,700 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,400 lb	1,445 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	RWD	6,400 lb	1,680 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,400 lb	1,430 lb
Limited	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,300 lb	1,590 lb
TRD Off-Road	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 278 hp	4WD	6,300 lb	1,610 lb
Limited	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,610 lb
TRD Off-Road	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,705 lb
TRD Pro	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,680 lb
TRD Sport	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 326 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,620 lb
Trailhunter	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 323 hp	4WD	6,000 lb	1,475 lb
Trailhunter	Double Cab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 hybrid 323 hp	4WD	5,950 lb	1,425 lb
SR	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 228 hp	4WD	3,500 lb	1,500 lb
SR	Xtracab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 228 hp	RWD	3,500 lb	1,460 lb
SR	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 228 hp	RWD	3,500 lb	1,495 lb
SR	Xtracab · 6.1 ft bed	2.4L I4 228 hp	4WD	3,500 lb	1,230 lb
SR	Double Cab · 5.0 ft bed	2.4L I4 270 hp	4WD	3,500 lb	1,380 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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