Is a 4Runner good for towing? Yes! The Toyota 4Runner can tow 5,000 pounds when the Toyota SUV gets equipped properly, making it a perfect choice for towing your travel trailer, small boat, jet ski, and more. The Toyota 4Runner towing capacity can handle your everyday hauling needs.

Check out the trailering capabilities of the Toyota model in this 4Runner towing guide and chart. We explore towing capacities by model year, what unique towing features the 4Runner has, and what you can tow with your new Toyota 4Runner.

Toyota 4Runner Towing Specs by Year

What Can a Toyota 4Runner Tow?

The Toyota 4Runner has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, making it great for towing boats, trailers, and more. With available features like Crawl Control and locking rear differential, you can conquer off-road ventures with a controlled and commanding drive, and with the help of the offered Multi-Terrain Monitor and Multi-Terrain Select, you are able to navigate through challenging terrain confidently.

Utility is great with the 4Runner as well with convenient features like the 120V AC power outlet where you can plug in, and the power rear glass, where you can access the available 89.7 cubic feet of cargo space easily before your hauling adventures. You can also confidently tow whether your 4Runner is equipped with part-time 4WD or full-time 4WD – both available options for this SUV.

So, what exactly can a Toyota 4Runner tow? See the premium capabilities of the vehicle, by exploring some things that you can tow with a Toyota 4Runner including:

• Small boat
• Lightweight trailer/travel trailer
• Jet ski
• ATV
• Bikes

Toyota 4Runner Towing Features

The 4Runner towing capacity stands out from its competitors, and there are many towing features that help with its overall capable performance. From the 4.0L V6 engine that offers 270 horsepower to the 4WD system that you have on your 4Runner, it’s packed with capability. Some feature highlights for the 4Runner that help deliver its advanced performance on- and off-road are:

• Towing receiver hitch and wiring harness that comes with 4- and 7-pin connector
• Downhill Assist Control
• Active Traction Control
• Multi-Terrain Select
• Crawl Control
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Locking rear differential
• Coil-spring independent double-wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar

Shop DARCARS Toyota of Silver Spring for a Toyota 4Runner

Are you considering buying or leasing a Toyota 4Runner in Silver Spring, MD? The specialists at our Toyota dealership can help you explore 4Runner trims including the SR5, TRD Sport, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, 40th Anniversary Special Edition, Limited, and TRD Pro. We can start finding your 4Runner lease deal or financing option today!

Check out more detailed information about the 4Runner SUV, like this Toyota 4Runner interior guide that explains colors, interior features, and more.

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