How Much Can a Toyota Tacoma Tow?

One of the most common questions shoppers from around Oxnard ask us is, “How much can a Toyota Tacoma tow?” Photos of the Toyota Tacoma in-action give shoppers a glimpse of its capability, so we can’t blame them for being curious about what this Toyota truck can do! The 2020 Toyota Tacoma towing capacity ranges from 3,500 pounds to 6,800 pounds. Below, you can learn more about the Toyota Tacoma towing package and specs, so you can decide if it’s the right pickup truck for you! 

2020 Toyota Tacoma: Towing Capacity

When you and your family need a getaway from the daily grind, you probably need a vehicle that can tow a small camper, boat, or dirt bikes. The new Toyota Tacoma tow package allows you to tow through Santa Barbara with confidence. Here’s a quick breakdown of the Tacoma truck’s towing capabilities: 

• The base-level Toyota Tacoma and SR5 trim levels can tow 3,500 pounds. When properly equipped with a towing package, these trims can tow up to 6,400 pounds. 
• The 3.5-liter V6 and available tow package make it possible for the Tacoma to tow up to 6,800 pounds and carry a payload of up to 1,440 pounds. 

2020 Toyota Tacoma: Performance Features

When Camarillo visit our dealership, they typically want a vehicle that’s hard-working with venerable engine performance. The Toyota Tacoma checks those boxes. Whether you choose an older model or a 2020 model, you can expect not only powerful engines but also an arsenal of features to make towing and hauling safer and more efficient. Take a closer look at some of those features below: 

• Available Atkinson-cycle 3.5L V6 engine with Direct Injection melds both power and fuel economy
• Fully loaded tow package with features like Trailer-Sway Control, which applies the brakes and adjusts engine torque as necessary to keep the trailer steady 
• Standard 6-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Find Your New Toyota Tacoma at Ventura Toyota! 

Ready to take your daily drives and jobs around Thousand Oaks to the next level? The Toyota Tacoma towing capacity will make that possible. Contact us online or give us a call at (805) 650-0510 to learn more about the Toyota Tacoma lineup, as well as our new vehicle specials. If you’re interested in a new model, check out the 2022 Tacoma towing specs here!