How Much Can a Toyota Tacoma Tow?

When equipped with the available Tow Package, the 2022 Toyota Tacoma can tow as much as 6,800 pounds of materials, equipment, and anything else that needs moving. If you’re looking for an upgrade that will make a real difference to your crew’s productivity on the job in Oxnard, you can’t afford to miss out on this hardworking compact pickup!

Explore the Toyota Tacoma towing capacity specs and advanced towing technologies in detail below, and then reach out to schedule a test drive in your favorite new Tacoma.

2022 Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity Specs

The Tacoma is a versatile worksite partner that can be configured in a number of ways, from cab size to bed length to powertrain. Although the options you choose will impact the Toyota Tacoma towing capacity, every trim can tow 3,500 pounds at a minimum—plenty of power for most small trailer types and small campers. Here’s a look at how the the max Toyota Tacoma towing capacity varies between configurations for the entry-level Tacoma SR:

Tacoma SR Towing Capacity by Configuration

• 4×2 Access Cab / 4-Cylinder Engine / 6-Speed Automatic Transmission / 6-ft Bed – 3,500 pounds
• 4×2 Access Cab / V6 Engine / 6-ft Bed – 6,800 pounds
• 4×2 Double Cab / 4-Cylinder Engine / 5-ft Bed – 3,500 pounds
• 4×4 Access Cab / 4-Cylinder Engine / 6-ft Bed – 3,500 pounds
• 4×4 Access Cab / V6 Engine / 6-ft Bed – 6,500 pounds

If you’re aiming for the 6,800-pound maximum, you’ll need to equip your Tacoma with the 4×2 Access Cab, the V6 engine, and a 6-foot bed. You’ll also need to add the Toyota Tacoma tow package for towing-specific features like a receiver hitch (more on that later).

2022 Toyota Tacoma Engine Options

As you know, both the 40-cylinder and the V6 Tacoma engines can help you power through some major towing tasks on Santa Barbara roadways:

Base 2.7L DOHC 4-Cylinder

• 159 horsepower
• 180 lb-ft of torque

Available 3.5L DOHC V6

• 278 horsepower
• 265 lb-ft of torque

Advanced Toyota Tacoma Features for Better Towing

Innovative Toyota Safety Sense™ and other technologies make it simple to keep your trailer balanced and protect your cargo. Off-road-ready Tacoma trim levels (TRD Off-Road and TRD Off-Road Sport) offer extra features for enhanced control on difficult terrain:

• Standard six-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)
• Variable-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Toyota Safety Sense ™
• Coil-spring double-wishbone front suspension
• Sport-tuned suspension (TRD Off-Road Sport)
• Tuned suspension with Bilstein® shocks (TRD Off-Road)
• Electronically controlled locking rear differential (TRD Off-Road)

What’s Included With the Toyota Tacoma Tow Package?

You’ll need the Tow Package to achieve the maximum 6,800-pound Toyota Tacoma towing capacity. This suite of tow-specific features includes:

• A class IV receiver hitch with trailer wiring
• A 4/7-pin connector that sits cleanly inside the three-piece bumper
• Transmission cooler
• Engine oil cooler
• 130-amp alternator
• Heavy-duty battery
• Trailer-Sway Control

Test Drive a New Toyota Tacoma for Sale at Ventura Toyota

Questions about the Toyota Tacoma tow package or genuine Tacoma parts and accessories? Stop by our showroom in Ventura to speak with our dedicated team about building a Tacoma that’s a perfect fit for your jobs in Camarillo! Don’t forget to check out our current new vehicle specials to see how much you save on your purchase.