2025 Toyota Highlander (gas-powered, 2.4L turbo 4-cyl, FWD or AWD, properly equipped)
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: Secondary automotive source — Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity: Charts & Specs · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
5,000
lbs / 2,268 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
5,000 lb max towing applies to all gas-powered 2025 Highlander trims (LE, XLE, XSE, Limited, Platinum) with the 2.4L turbo 4-cyl and 8-speed ECT, when properly equipped. Hybrid models are rated at 3,500 lbs.
⚠ Important
Peak 5,000 lb: 2025 Toyota Highlander LE/XLE/XSE/Limited/Platinum (gas), 2.4L turbo 4-cyl, 8-speed ECT, FWD or AWD, when properly equipped (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 3,500 lb: 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, 2.5L hybrid powertrain, eCVT, Electronic On-Demand AWD, when properly equipped.
◆ 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 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 2025 Toyota Highlander 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 2025 Toyota Highlanders 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.
Related tow ratings
2025 Toyota Highlander towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2025 Toyota Highlander?
A properly equipped 2025 Toyota Highlander 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 2025 Toyota Highlander need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2025 Toyota Highlander 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 2025 Toyota Highlander?
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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