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Toyota 4Runner Towing Capacity

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If you’re shopping for a family-friendly SUV that can tackle your daily drives just as well as heavy towing tasks in Albuquerque, the 2021 Toyota 4Runner should be at the top of your list. So how much can a Toyota 4Runner tow? When properly equipped, the 4Runner can take on loads of up to 5,000 pounds. Read on to explore the specs, and find out if a new Toyota 4Runner can tow your camper or trailer.

What Are the 4Runner Towing Features?

When you hitch your trailer to a Toyota 4Runner, there’s so much more on offer than raw power. The 4Runner is also equipped with a suite of advanced features to stabilize your cargo and keep you in control, even when Rio Rancho road conditions are less than optimal:

  • Tire Pressure Monitor System – Towing can cause your tires to lose pressure. The TPMS sends you an alert when PSI levels are low.
  • Integrated Towing Hitch Receiver – The integrated tow hitch boosts how much a Toyota 4Runner can tow, as well as stability with heavy loads.
  • Wiring Harness with 4- & 7-Pin Connectors – Trailer lights are easier to connect with the wiring harness and connectors, making for safer drives in low-light situations.

What is an SAE J2807 Towing Rating?

How can you be sure about how much a Toyota 4Runner can tow? When a vehicle is rated for towing capacity, engine power isn’t the only factor that matters. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) also considers hitch design and vehicle dynamics when testing towing capacity. Designed to bring fairness to trailer tow ratings for all vehicles produced from 2013 and later, SAE testing includes:

  • Total Control
  • Launch on Grade
  • Flat-Out Acceleration
  • Highway Gradeability
  • Braking Performance

What Can You Tow With a Toyota 4Runner?

The 5,000-pound 4Runner towing capacity certainly sounds impressive, but how does it translate to your real-world towing tasks? Here’s what a Toyota 4Runner can tow when properly equipped with the 4.0L V6 engine upgrade:

  • Teardrop Trailer
  • A-Frame Camper
  • Car Trailer with Compact Car
  • Pop Up Camper
  • Large Enclosed Utility Trailer
  • Small Travel Trailer
  • Small Horse Trailer

If you’ve been asking, “How much can the 2020 Toyota 4Runner tow?” then you’ll be happy to hear that the 2020 Toyota 4Runner can tow up to 5,000 pounds* of equipment or cargo. However, the 2020 4Runner doesn’t stop at just a great towing capacity, it also comes with incredible towing features that allow you to tow your cargo safely and with ease.

All configurations of the 2019 Toyota 4Runner can tow up to 5,000 lbs*. The 2019 Toyota 4Runner comes standard with all the towing features you need to hit the road. Before you head out camping near Santa Fe with a boat or trailer behind your 2019 Toyota 4Runner, explore this towing guide.

All 2018 Toyota 4Runner models come equipped with an integrated towing hitch receiver with a wiring harness and both 4 and 7-pin connectors. All 2018 4Runner trims also share the same max towing capacity of 5,000 pounds*, but keep in mind the max towing capacity can be affected by other factors like how much weight you have in the cabin.

The 2017 Toyota 4Runner can tow up to 5,000 pounds*, and with its powerful 4.0-liter engine, you won’t have to leave anything behind. The 2017 4Runner has an integrated towing hitch receiver and wiring harness with 4- and 7-pin connectors. Check out these other available features on the 4Runner that allow you to travel anywhere with ease.

Test Drive a New Toyota 4Runner for Sale in Santa Fe 

Ready to bring some serious power to your daily drives and towing tasks in Espanola? Stop by our certified Toyota dealership at 1601 St Michaels Drive Santa Fe, NM 87505 today, or contact us to set up a test drive at your convenience.

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*Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. “Added vehicle equipment” includes additional standard/optional equipment and accessories added by the manufacturer, dealers, and/or vehicle owners. The only way to be certain of your vehicle’s exact curb weight is to weigh your vehicle without passengers or cargo.

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