2026 Toyota Sequoia towing capacity
Updated 2026-09-26 · Source: Toyota 2026 Sequoia Product Information (Toyota Pressroom), page 5
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia tows up to 9,520 lb when properly equipped. For this model year, ratings range from 8,980 lb to 9,520 lb by trim, cab, engine and tow package.Maximum payload is 1,730 lb.
- Max towing
- 9,520lb
- Max payload
- 1,730lb
- GVWR
- 7,350 to 7,615lb
- Curb weight
- 5,620 to 6,185lb
Towing capacity by configuration
Bars are the manufacturer's rating for each published configuration; the darkest bar is the maximum.
| Configuration | Engine | Towing | Payload | GVWR | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 · 4x2 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,520 | 1,730 | 7,350 | Curb weight 5,620 lb. |
| SR5 · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,120 | 1,555 | 7,585 | Curb weight 6,030 lb. |
| Limited · 4x2 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,300 | 1,565 | 7,420 | Curb weight 5,855 lb. |
| Limited · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,020 | 1,485 | 7,615 | Curb weight 6,130 lb. |
| Platinum · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,010 | 1,410 | 7,560 | Curb weight 6,150 lb. The 2026 sheet prints this grade under a 4WD heading with two figures; this row uses the second, as the 2025 sheet did. |
| 1794 Edition · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,010 | 1,410 | 7,560 | Curb weight 6,150 lb. The 2026 sheet prints this grade under a 4WD heading with two figures; this row uses the second, as the 2025 sheet did. |
| TRD Pro · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 9,020 | 1,435 | 7,585 | Curb weight 6,150 lb. Listed 4x4 only. |
| Capstone · 4x4 | i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp | 8,980 | 1,375 | 7,560 | Curb weight 6,185 lb. The 2026 sheet prints this grade under a 4WD heading with two figures; this row uses the second, as the 2025 sheet did. |
Check a trailer against this Sequoia
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What changed from 2025
Toyota's 2026 figures match 2025 for every configuration listed: 8 ratings, topping out at 9,520 lb. 2025 Toyota Sequoia towing capacity.
How to read these numbers
Worked example for the SR5 4x2 with the i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp: a trailer at its full 9,520 lb rating puts about 1,140 lb on the hitch at 12 percent tongue weight. Add two adults at 350 lb and 1,490 lb of its 1,730 lb payload is used, leaving 240 lb for cargo and gear.
Full explanations: GVWR vs GCWR vs payload and how tongue weight eats payload.
Source: Toyota 2026 Sequoia Product Information (Toyota Pressroom), page 5. Confirm your vehicle's ratings on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a 2026 Toyota Sequoia tow?
Up to 9,520 lb when properly equipped. The lowest-rated configuration listed (Capstone, i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp, 4x4) is rated at 8,980 lb, and the highest (SR5, i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 437 hp, 4x2) at 9,520 lb.
What is the payload capacity of a 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
Maximum payload is 1,730 lb. Payload includes passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight, so it is usually the limit you reach first. GVWR for this model year runs 7,350 to 7,615 lb across configurations.
Does the 2026 Toyota Sequoia need a tow package to reach its maximum rating?
The 9,520 lb maximum applies to the SR5 with 4x2 drive; every Sequoia uses the same i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain. Configurations without the package carry a lower rating; see the note column in the table above.
Can a 2026 Toyota Sequoia tow a travel trailer?
A configuration rated at 9,520 lb can handle a trailer with a loaded weight of roughly 7,600 lb while keeping a 20% safety margin, provided passengers, cargo and tongue weight stay within the 1,730 lb payload. Run your exact numbers in the towing calculator.