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Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity: Specs, Payload & Performance
When your next adventure demands a camper, boat, or recreational vehicle, the Toyota Tacoma towing capacity is ready to deliver. With a properly equipped setup, the newest version of this versatile midsize pickup truck boasts an impressive maximum towing capacity of 6,500 pounds. But with a selection of eleven different trim levels for 2025, which new Tacoma achieves the tow rating you need?
Here, we'll take a look at the new Toyota Tacoma towing capacity specs, from the entry-level SR to the top-tier TRD Pro, along with a comprehensive chart on the hauling abilities of past model years. Once you're equipped with all the information, visit DARCARS 355 Toyota of Rockville to experience your ideal trim and configuration firsthand.
2025 Toyota Tacoma Towing Specs at a Glance
- Max Towing Capacity: Up to 6,500 pounds when properly equipped, which is enough to pull a midsize boat, camper, or utility trailer.
- Engine Options: Choose from the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder or i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid powertrain.
- Payload Capability: Handles heavy loads in the bed with ease, with a max payload capacity of 1,705 pounds1 on the TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX trim.
- Towing Technology: Features like Trailer-Sway Control and the available Towing Package with a Class-IV towing hitch receiver enhance stability and safety when hauling.
2025 Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity & Performance
The latest Toyota Tacoma midsize truck comes into the new year equipped with the same updated powertrains introduced with the 2024 model: the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo engine and the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbo hybrid powertrain.
The i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four engine offers 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, while the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four hybrid powertrain ups the performance to an available 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque.
The Toyota Tacoma offers a six-speed manual transmission with automatic rev-matching and anti-stall technology (available on the TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road) and an eight-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission with intelligence, sequential shift mode, and uphill/downhill shift logic. This midsize truck also has different cab varieties that can influence its towing power, with the XtraCab and Double Cab as choices.
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma towing capacities allow for a max tow weight of 6,500 pounds2 (which is 1,500 pounds2 more than the Toyota Highlander towing capacity) when equipped with the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged engine.2 A Tacoma with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid engine under the hood delivers a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 pounds when properly equipped, regardless of configuration or trim level. The exception is the Trailhunter, which offers a towing capacity of up to 5,950 pounds2 when configured as a Double Cab 4WD with a 6-foot bed. This can be increased to 6,000 pounds2 with a 5-foot bed.
But what about all the other trims? Take a look at our towing capacity chart for the new models below and see the required cab style, drivetrain, and bed size to achieve the maximum towing weight for Toyota Tacoma trim levels in 2025.
2025 Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity Chart
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Cab Style | Bed Size | Drivetrain | Max Towing |
| SR | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i | XtraCab or Double Cab | 5 ft or 6 ft | RWD or 4WD | 3,500 lbs2 |
| SR5 | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i | XtraCab | 6 ft | RWD or 4WD | 6,500 lbs2 |
| TRD PreRunner | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i | XtraCab | 6 ft | RWD | 6,500 lbs2 |
| TRD Sport | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i or 6-speed manual | Double Cab | 5 ft or 6 ft | RWD or 4WD | 6,400 lbs2 |
| TRD Off-Road | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i or 6-speed manual | Double Cab | 5 ft or 6 ft | 4WD | 6,400 lbs2 |
| Limited | i-FORCE 2.4L 4-cyl Turbo | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | RWD or 4WD | 6,300 lbs2 |
| TRD Sport i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX 2.4L 4-cyl Hybrid | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | 4WD | 6,000 lbs2 |
| TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX 2.4L 4-cyl Hybrid | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | 4WD | 6,000 lbs2 |
| Limited i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX 2.4L 4-cyl Hybrid | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | 4WD | 6,000 lbs2 |
| Trailhunter | i-FORCE MAX 2.4L 4-cyl Hybrid | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | 4WD | 6,000 lbs2 |
| TRD Pro | i-FORCE MAX 2.4L 4-cyl Hybrid | 8-speed ECT-i | Double Cab | 5 ft | 4WD | 6,000 lbs2 |
If you're looking at the base model, the SR hits a max towing capacity of 3,500 pounds2 no matter the configuration or drivetrain. However, to achieve the maximum towing capacity of 6,500 pounds2 for the Toyota Tacoma, you'll need either the SR5 XtraCab with RWD or 4WD or the TRD PreRunner XtraCab with RWD, both configured with a 6-foot bed.
But how does this compare to the Toyota Tundra towing capacity? While the Tundra certainly offers more towing power as a full-size truck, the Tacoma is more agile and better for city driving.
Check out our Toyota Tacoma vs. Tundra comparison and see the specs side-by-side to decide which Toyota truck is right for you!
Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity & Payload by Model Year
The Toyota Tacoma has long been a trusted companion for drivers seeking a reliable midsize truck with impressive towing and payload capabilities. Whether you're hauling equipment to the job site or towing a trailer for your next getaway, exploring the towing capacity and payload ratings by model year will help you understand just how capable the Toyota Tacoma truly is.
| Model Year | Max Towing | Max Payload |
| 2025 | 2,000 pounds | 1,705 lbs1 |
| 2024 | 6,500 lbs2 | 1,709 lbs1 |
| 2023 | 6,800 lbs2 | 1,685 lbs1 |
| 2022 | 6,800 lbs2 | 1,685 lbs1 |
| 2021 | 6,800 lbs2 | 1,685 lbs1 |
| 2020 | 6,800 lbs2 | 1,620 lbs1 |
What is the Tow Package on a Tacoma?
What is the Toyota Tacoma towing package? If your trim offers the Tow Package, you get many essential features for all your towing needs, including a Toyota Tacoma towing trailer hitch. You can confidently pull a trailer or camper with the Toyota Tacoma tow package, which features the Class-IV towing hitch receiver and wiring harness with a 7-pin/4-pin connector.
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From the stylish Toyota Tacoma colors to the comfortable interior to the cutting-edge tech, the fun doesn't end with its towing capabilities. Here at DARCARS 355 Toyota of Rockville, we can answer all your questions about this midsize truck and clarify any details about the Toyota Tacoma towing capability or its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Tacoma really tow 6,500 pounds?
Yes, the 2024 and 2025 Toyota Tacoma can tow up to 6,500 pounds when properly equipped. Achieving this maximum towing capacity requires specific configurations on certain trim levels, plus the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged engine under the hood. If you desire the hybrid powertrain, the top tow rating for the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain is 6,000 pounds2 when the vehicle is configured correctly.
What Toyota Tacoma has the highest towing capacity?
The max tow rating of 6,500 pounds2 can be achieved on the 2025 Tacoma when you opt for the SR5 XtraCab or TRD PreRunner XtraCab with RWD or 4WD, a 6-foot bed, and the available tow package. However, if you're looking at a pre-owned Tacoma, the model years 2020 to 2023 offer a max capacity of 6,800 pounds when properly equipped.
What can a Toyota Tacoma tow?
The Toyota Tacoma, when equipped with the proper towing features, powertrain, drivetrain, and cab configuration, can tow up to 6,500 pounds.2 This makes the Tacoma a great choice for towing midsize trailers, pop-up or teardrop campers, boats, ATVs, and more. The Tacoma strikes a perfect balance between capability and versatility, making it an ideal option for both work and recreation.
What engine is in the 2025 Tacoma?
The 2025 Tacoma offers two engines, including an i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four hybrid and an i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four engine. The i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo churns out 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, however, takes it up a notch with 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque.
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