One of the benefits of purchasing one of the many Toyota trucks available here at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach is getting to enjoy their impressive towing prowess. Whether you purchase the Toyota Tundra or Toyota Tacoma, you’ll be driving off our lot in a truck that is equally suited for work and play. If you’re just getting started with towing in a Toyota truck, our friendly dealers have put together a handy towing guide with the answers to some common questions.
How Much Can My Toyota Truck Tow?
Both 2024 Toyota truck models are capable of towing a heavy load, which comes in handy when hauling a boat, trailer, or doing contracting work. First, the 2024 Toyota Tacoma comes standard with a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that cranks out 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. With this engine equipped, the truck can tow up to 6,500 lb.
The next powertrain available on the 2024 Toyota Tacoma is a hybrid 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder i-FORCE MAX engine and electric motor. Choosing this engine gets you a towing capacity of 6,000 lb.
Next up is the 2024 Toyota Tundra, which offers an even more impressive towing capacity with both of its powertrains. This ultra-capable truck offers two different powertrains, with a maximium towing capacity of 12,000 lb.
If you’re unsure your vehicle’s towing capacity, check your owner’s manual or the driver-side door jamb.
How Can I Increase Towing Capacity?
If you want to maximize your truck’s towing capacity, there are a couple of steps you can take:
- Upgrade the suspension, axles, and/or brakes
- Upgrade your hitch, or install a weight-distribution hitch
- Add a transmission cooler
What Should I Do While Towing?
There are numerous safe practices that you should always follow when towing. Firstly, make sure your load does not surpass your vehicle’s capabilities. This can damage your engine, transmission, and tires, and cause your vehicle to overheat.
Make sure that you check the tire pressure on your truck and trailer, and adjust if needed. While driving, take wider turns, allow for longer stopping times, and drive in the right lane on the highway as often as possible.
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Discover whether the 2024 Toyota Tundra or the 2024 Toyota Tacoma better suits your needs here at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach. Schedule your test drive today!
