2022 Toyota 4Runner — 2022 model year only (single entry in by-year list); some years broken out by trim/drivetrain but 2022 is a single aggregate figure
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: Secondary automotive source — Toyota 4Runner Towing Capacity: Every Model Year's Rating · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
5,000
lbs / 2,268 kg
Trim Notes
Single figure of 5,000 lb listed for 2022 with no trim or drivetrain breakdown provided in the source document.
⚠ Important
Peak 5,000 lb: 2022 Toyota 4Runner (all trims, as listed in the model-year towing capacity table) (conventional ball hitch).
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Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
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The 5,000 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 2022 Toyota 4Runner carries a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 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 2022 Toyota 4Runners 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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2022 Toyota 4Runner towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
A properly equipped 2022 Toyota 4Runner is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2022 Toyota 4Runner need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 Toyota 4Runner 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 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
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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