2021 Toyota Sequoia SR5 or TRD Sport, 2WD, with 5.7L V8
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — MY21 Sequoia eBrochure · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
7,400
lbs / 3,357 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum towing of 7400 lbs is achieved on SR5 2WD or TRD Sport 2WD configurations. TRD Sport 4WD and SR5 4WD also achieve 7100 lbs. Limited and Nightshade Edition 2WD achieve 7400 lbs as well per the spec table. Platinum 2WD is rated at 7200 lbs and Platinum 4WD at 7000 lbs. TRD Pro (4WD only) is rated at 7100 lbs. The TRD Pro also has a lower combined est. mpg (14 combined 4WD vs 15 combined for others).
⚠ Important
Peak 7,400 lb: SR5, TRD Sport, Limited, or Nightshade Edition — 5.7L V8, 6-speed automatic, 2WD (RWD), conventional hitch (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 7,200 lb: Platinum 2WD — 5.7L V8, 6-speed automatic, RWD, conventional hitch.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 7,400 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2021 Toyota Sequoia carries a maximum towing capacity of 7,400 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2021 Toyota Sequoias on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
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2021 Toyota Sequoia towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2021 Toyota Sequoia?
A properly equipped 2021 Toyota Sequoia is rated to tow up to 7,400 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2021 Toyota Sequoia need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2021 Toyota Sequoia typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2021 Toyota Sequoia?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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