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2023 Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2023 Toyota Tacoma — SR trim configurations only

⚠ Pending verification

Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.

Source: Secondary automotive source — How Much Can the 2023 Toyota Tacoma Tow? | Mount Laurel · retrieved 2026-07-01

Max Towing Capacity

6,800

lbs

Payload

—

Hitch Class

Class III

GCWR

—

Engine Variants

2 variants

Trim Notes

Max 6,800 lbs requires the V6 engine, 4×2 Access Cab configuration, and the available towing package (Class-IV hitch receiver, ATF cooler, engine oil cooler, power steering cooler, 130-amp alternator, 4- and 7-pin connector, Trailer-Sway Control).

⚠ Important

Peak 6,800 lb: 4×2 Access Cab w/ V6 Engine, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, 6-feet Bed, with towing package (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 6,500 lb: 4×4 Access Cab w/ V6 Engine, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, 6-feet Bed.

◆ 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 6,800 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:

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Prose overview

The 2023 Toyota Tacoma carries a maximum towing capacity of 6,800 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 2023 Toyota Tacomas 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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2023 Toyota Tacoma towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 Toyota Tacoma?

A properly equipped 2023 Toyota Tacoma is rated to tow up to 6,800 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.

What hitch class does the 2023 Toyota Tacoma need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma 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 2023 Toyota Tacoma?

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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