2026 model year · Sixth generation
Toyota 4Runner towing capacity
Max towing, 20266,000 lb
Every 2026 Toyota 4Runner is rated to tow 6,000 lb, per Toyota’s 2026 4Runner Product Information.
2026 4Runner Product Information- Configurations
- 16
- GCWR
- 10,970–11,485 lb
01 / Ratings
Every 2026 Toyota 4Runner configuration
2026 Toyota 4Runner
| Configuration | Max towing source 1 lb | GCWR source 2 lb | GVWR source 1 lb | Unbraked source 2 lb | Axle source 1 ratio | Tow check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i-FORCE 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder | ||||||
| SR54x2 | 6,000 | 10,970 | 6,005 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| SR54x4 | 6,000 | 11,235 | 6,075 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Sport4x2 | 6,000 | 11,025 | 6,020 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Sport4x4 | 6,000 | 11,285 | 6,395 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Sport Premium4x2 | 6,000 | not in our data | not in our data | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Sport Premium · TRD Off-Road Premium4x4 | 6,000 | not in our data | not in our data | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Off-Road4x4 | 6,000 | 11,265 | 6,240 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| Limited4x2 | 6,000 | 11,245 | 6,130 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| Limited4x4 | 6,000 | 11,485 | 6,395 | 1,655 | 3.583 | Check load → |
| i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid | ||||||
| TRD Off-Road · Limited · Platinum · TRD Pro · Trailhunter4x4 | 6,000 | not in our data | 6,505 | not in our data | 3.583 | Check load → |
| TRD Off-Road Premium4x4 | 6,000 | not in our data | not in our data | not in our data | 3.583 | Check load → |
02 / Why
Which one tows the most, and why
03 / By year
Toyota 4Runner towing by model year
04 / Next
Check it against your load
05 / FAQ
Questions people ask
Does every 2026 Toyota 4Runner tow the same?
Yes: all 16 configurations Toyota lists for 2026 are rated 6,000 lb.
What is the GCWR of the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
10,970–11,485 lb by configuration; the most is 11,485 lb, for the Limited i-FORCE 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder 4x4. GCWR is the most the loaded vehicle and its loaded trailer may weigh together.
Has the Toyota 4Runner’s towing capacity changed by year?
Highest rating by model year: 2026, 6,000 lb; 2025, 6,000 lb; 2024, 5,000 lb; 2023, 5,000 lb; 2022, 5,000 lb; 2021, 5,000 lb; 2020, 5,000 lb; 2017–2019, 5,000 lb; 2016, 5,000 lb; 2015, 4,700 lb; 2014, 4,700 lb; 2011–2013, 5,000 lb; 2010, 5,000 lb; 2006–2007, 7,300 lb; 2004, 7,300 lb; 2003, 7,300 lb.
Does four-wheel drive change the 2026 Toyota 4Runner’s towing capacity?
No: Toyota rates each configuration the same with either drive (4 pairs in its table).
Does the engine change the 2026 Toyota 4Runner’s towing capacity?
Not at the top: the i-FORCE 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder and i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid are each rated up to 6,000 lb in their best configuration.
What is the GVWR of the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
6,005–6,505 lb by configuration; the most is 6,505 lb, for the 5 trims i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid 4x4. GVWR is the most the vehicle may weigh with its people, cargo and the trailer’s tongue weight aboard.