2026 Model Year
Source: Official Toyota Towing Guide

Toyota TACOMA
Towing Capacity

22 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

6,500lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2026 Toyota TACOMA

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TONGUE WEIGHT ESTIMATOR

ESTIMATE REAL-WORLD TONGUE WEIGHT BEFORE YOU TOW

Maximum loaded weight of your trailer

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Propane tanks (20 lb)
0
× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
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× 60 lbs
Fresh water (gal)
0
× 8.3 lbs

Enter your trailer GVWR to calculate estimated tongue weight.

Towing Calculator

Driver Weight (lbs)
Passengers
Avg Passenger Weight (lbs)
Bed Cargo Weight (lbs)
Hitch + WDH Equipment (lbs)

Ball hitch: 30–50 lbs · WDH: 100–200 lbs

Trailer Tongue Weight (lbs)
Max Rated
6,500
lbs · OEM rating
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Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
=
Available to Tow
6,500
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
Max tongue weight for this config: 650 lbs

Uses SAE J2807 standard (150 lb driver baseline). Always verify ratings with your owner's manual and dealer before towing.

2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
MAX6,500lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
6,400lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
6,400lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
2WD
6,400lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
6,400lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
2WD
6,300lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
6,300lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,300lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
6,300lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
2WD
6,300lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,200lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
278 hp · 317 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,200lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
6,000lbs
—
2.4L I4 hybrid
326 hp · 465 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
5,950lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
228 hp · 243 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
3,500lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
228 hp · 243 lb-ft
Double Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
3,500lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
228 hp · 243 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
2WD
3,500lbs
—
2.4L I4 gasoline
228 hp · 243 lb-ft
Double Cab
Short Bed
4WD
3,500lbs
—

* Amber values indicate highest available tow rating for current filter. "pkg req." = tow package required.

⚠ IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE TOWING

Figures shown are base configuration ratings from official manufacturer towing guides. Your actual capacity may differ based on installed options and accessories. For non-HD trucks, payload is often the limiting factor — not tow rating. Always check: (1) the yellow sticker on your driver door jamb for actual payload, (2) your hitch receiver weight rating, and (3) real-world tongue weight including propane, batteries and water.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2026 Toyota TACOMA can tow between 3,500 and 6,500 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 6,500 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 2.4L I4 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2026 Toyota TACOMA, rated at up to 6,500 lbs. It produces 278 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque.

No — the 2026 Toyota TACOMA can reach its maximum towing capacity of 6,500 lbs without a factory tow package. However, adding a tow package may include convenience features like an integrated trailer brake controller or upgraded cooling.

On the 2026 Toyota TACOMA, the 2WD configuration tows more — up to 6,500 lbs versus 6,400 lbs for 4WD, a difference of 100 lbs. The 2WD variant's advantage comes from a lower curb weight, which directly increases available towing capacity.

The Crew Cab cab tows the most on the 2026 Toyota TACOMA, rated up to 6,500 lbs. Other cab styles are: Double Cab (6,400 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2026 Toyota TACOMA ranges from 350–650 lbs depending on configuration. Tongue weight — the downward force your trailer hitch applies to the truck — should be kept between 10% and 15% of your total trailer weight. Exceeding the tongue weight limit can cause trailer sway and loss of steering control even when within the max tow rating.