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Toyota RAV4 Towing Capacity



With the RAV4 1,230-pound payload capacity and 3,500-pounds towing capacity, this Toyota SUV’s capabilities impress. How much can the 2024 RAV4 and 2023 Toyota RAV4 tow? What is the towing capacity for the 2022 RAV4, or towing strength for the 2022 model year? Here in this Toyota RAV4 towing capacity guide, we cover the performance of the SUV and features for various model years and by trim level.

Toyota RAV4 Towing Capacity Chart by Year

Year Towing
2024 RAV4 3,500 lbs
2023 RAV4 3,500 lbs
2022 RAV4 3,500 lbs
2021 RAV4 3,500 lbs

Experience the RAV4 Performance

Whether it’s on- or off-road, the RAV4 has the performance to take it on effortlessly. You have the option of choosing the RAV4 with Front-Wheel Drive, or going with the available All-Wheel Drive. If you decide on the TRD Off-Road, there are features like a TRD-tuned suspension and skid plate that make tackling off-road terrain a breeze. You can also see performance features such as Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD and Multi-Terrain Select that help deliver an enhanced ride.

With Multi-Terrain Select, you can choose between MUD & SAND, ROCK & DIRT, SNOW and NORMAL modes to get activated according to your terrain. The impressive ground clearance of the RAV4 also makes overcoming obstacles easy. For a premium towing experience in your RAV4, there is an available tow hitch receiver and wiring harness that will make towing smooth in your RAV4. Your Toyota RAV4 also boasts features including Active Cornering Assist, Hill Start Assist Control, and more.

Toyota RAV4 Engine Specs

Your adventures are about to get taken to the next level in a RAV4 with its capable performance assisted by the 2.5L Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC D-4S Injection engine that comes with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence. Below, we take a look at specs for the RAV4 engine, including horsepower and torque.

  • Engine: 2.5L 4-cylinder engine
  • Horsepower: 203 hp
  • Torque: 184 lb-ft

RAV4 Towing Capacity by Trim

You have 6 trims for the RAV4 gas model, including the RAV4 LE, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, TRD Off-Road, and Limited. You will find different towing capacities for trim levels, with the RAV4 Adventure and RAV4 TRD Off-Road offering the highest towing capacity. See what the RAV4 maximum towing capacity is by trim level below.

Trim Towing
LE 1,500 lbs
XLE 1,500 lbs
XLE Premium 1,500 lbs
Adventure 3,500 lbs
TRD Off-Road 3,500 lbs
Limited 1,500 lbs

Lease or Buy a Toyota RAV4 at DARCARS Toyota of Frederick

After exploring this Toyota RAV4 towing capacity guide, are you ready to start trailering in a new RAV4 in Frederick, MD and beyond? See more about the features of the Toyota RAV4 at our Toyota dealership. We can help you select the perfect RAV4 for your needs.

You can get further information on the Toyota RAV4 from this RAV4 interior guide and competitive comparison between the RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Toyota RAV4 Adventure and TRD Off-Road are capable of towing 3,500 pounds.

Yes! The RAV4, when properly equipped, has a towing range of 1,500-3,500 pounds.

Yes, you can pull a small lightweight trailer, a small boat, jetski, and more, with a Toyota RAV4 with its ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds.




Toyota RAV4 Towing Capacity

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