2017 Toyota Rav4 towing capacity
The 2017 Toyota Rav4 is published in 9 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 1,500 to 1,750 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (1,750 lb) sits in very light towing only.
The table below lists every trim of the 2017 Toyota Rav4 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 176 | 172 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,570 | — |
| XLE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 176 | 172 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,605 | — |
| SE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 176 | 172 | — | 1,500 | — | — | — |
| Limited Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 176 | 172 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,630 | — |
| Platinum Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 176 | 172 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,630 | — |
| LE Plus Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 194 | 152 | — | 1,750 | — | — | — |
| SE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 194 | 152 | — | 1,750 | — | 3,950 | — |
| XLE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 194 | 152 | — | 1,750 | — | 3,925 | — |
| Limited Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 194 | 152 | — | 1,750 | — | 3,950 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2016
The 2016 Toyota Rav4 carried a maximum tow rating of 1,750 lb. The 2017 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2016 Toyota Rav4 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2017 Toyota models
The rest of Toyota's 2017 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Tundra Regular CAB | 10,500 |
| 2017 Toyota Tundra SR Reg Cab 2WD | 10,500 |
| 2017 Toyota Tundra SR DC 2WD | 10,300 |
| 2017 Toyota Tundra SR Reg Cab LB 4WD | 10,300 |
| 2017 Toyota Tundra SR5 DC LB 2WD | 10,300 |
| 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited DC 2WD | 10,100 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.