Toyota Hilux towing capacityUp to 3,500 kg, by year and engine

The 2015–2025 Toyota Hilux tows up to 3,500 kg with the 2.8L diesel, 4x4, when properly equipped. What yours can tow depends on its year, engine, cab, axle and tow package.

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Max towing
3,500 kg
2015–2025 · 2.8L diesel, 4x4
Unbraked trailer
750 kg

Toyota Hilux towing capacity by year and engine

The highest rating for each engine, braked, from the maker's towing guides and specifications.

YearsEngineMax towingUnbrakedTowball
2015–20252.8L diesel, 4x43,500 kg750 kg—
2.4L diesel, 4x22,800 kg750 kg—
2.7L petrol2,500 kg750 kg—

These are maximums for a properly equipped vehicle. Your own limit is on the door-jamb sticker and in the owner's manual, and passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight all count against payload.

Where these figures come from

  • CarExpert 2025 HiLux towing
  • CarsGuide 2025 HiLux towing
Toyota Hilux MPG, specs and running costs

Toyota Hilux towing questions

What is the Toyota Hilux's towing capacity?

The 2015–2025 Toyota Hilux tows up to 3,500 kg with the 2.8L diesel, 4x4, when properly equipped; 750 kg without trailer brakes. Other engines and configurations are rated lower.

How much can the 2015–2025 Toyota Hilux 2.4L diesel, 4x2 tow?

Up to 2,800 kg, when properly equipped.

How much can the 2015–2025 Toyota Hilux 2.7L petrol tow?

Up to 2,500 kg, when properly equipped.

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