Toyota Hilux Towing Capacity (by Engine & Year)
TL;DR
3,500 kg (7,716 lb) braked-trailer towing applies to the 2.8L diesel automatic Hilux sold in Brazil; the 2.7L flex base engine is rated far lower (around 850 kg / 1,874 lb). Always confirm your exact configuration before hitching up.
Which Hilux, exactly
This page covers the Brazil / Latin-American market Hilux (the mid-size pickup sold there, current generation produced roughly 2016-2025), not the North American Tacoma. Toyota do Brasil publishes different maximum towing figures for different engine and trim combinations, and the spread is large - so a single number cannot describe the whole lineup.
The verified maximum
Multiple current spec sheets and press materials for the 2.8L 1GD-FTV turbodiesel (204 hp), offered with automatic transmission across the SR, SRV, SRX and GR-S trims, consistently list a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 kg (about 7,716 lb) with a braked trailer, along with a payload of roughly 1,000 kg. This is the figure most commonly cited for the current-generation Hilux in Brazil.
The lower end of the range
Older published spec sheets for the base 2.7L flex-fuel engine (2TR-FE, typically 4x2, entry-level trims) show a considerably lower maximum trailer weight, around 850 kg (1,874 lb) in a 2017 factory spec document. We were only able to corroborate this figure in one source, so treat it as approximate for that specific configuration and verify against your own vehicle's documentation.
Tongue weight
Toyota do Brasil's published spec sheets do not consistently list a separate tongue-weight (peso na boleia) rating the way some European or North American guides do. We could not corroborate a specific tongue-weight figure across sources, so we are not stating one here. Check the rating plate on your factory or aftermarket tow hitch and your owner's manual for this figure.
Generation and engine comparison
| Generation / years | Engine and configuration | Max towing (lb / kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Current gen, approx. 2016-2025 | 2.8L 1GD-FTV turbodiesel, automatic, SR/SRV/SRX/GR-S (4x4) | 7,716 lb / 3,500 kg (braked trailer) |
| Current gen, approx. 2016-2022 | 2.7L 2TR-FE flex-fuel, 4x2, base trims | Approx. 1,874 lb / 850 kg (single source, verify) |
| Any year | Manual vs automatic, 4x2 vs 4x4 variants | Varies - check your door placard and manual |
Where to find your vehicle's real number
Ratings vary by exact build. Always confirm using your own vehicle's authoritative sources:
- The driver's door jamb placard (tire and loading information label)
- The owner's manual for your specific model year and engine
- Toyota do Brasil's official towing guide or dealer spec sheet for your exact trim
- The rating plate on the tow hitch or tow bar itself, if aftermarket
Summary
| Market covered | Brazil / Latin America |
|---|---|
| Max towing (2.8L diesel automatic, braked) | 3,500 kg / 7,716 lb |
| Approx. towing (2.7L flex, 4x2, single source) | 850 kg / 1,874 lb |
| Payload (2.8L diesel trims) | Approx. 1,000 kg / 2,205 lb |
| Tongue weight | Not corroborated - check hitch plate and manual |
| Authoritative source | Door placard, owner's manual, Toyota do Brasil towing guide |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Toyota Hilux: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum towing capacity of the Toyota Hilux in Brazil?
For the current-generation Hilux with the 2.8L turbodiesel automatic engine (SR, SRV, SRX and GR-S trims), Toyota do Brasil rates maximum towing at up to 3,500 kg (about 7,716 lb) with a braked trailer. This is the highest figure in the lineup; the base 2.7L flex engine is rated much lower, so the number depends heavily on which engine and trim you have.
Does the Hilux towing capacity differ between engines?
Yes, significantly. The 2.8L diesel automatic is rated at up to 3,500 kg, while older spec sheets for the base 2.7L flex-fuel 4x2 show around 850 kg. Cab style, drivetrain (4x2 vs 4x4), transmission and model year can all shift the figure, so always check the spec sheet for your exact configuration.
What is the Hilux's tongue weight (peso na boleia)?
We could not find a manufacturer-published tongue-weight figure that was corroborated across sources for the Brazilian-market Hilux. Rather than guess, we recommend checking the rating plate on your tow hitch and your owner's manual, which will state the correct figure for your exact vehicle and hitch combination.
Where can I find the exact towing rating for my Hilux?
The most reliable places are the placard on the driver's door jamb, your owner's manual, and Toyota do Brasil's official towing guide or a dealer spec sheet for your specific model year, engine and trim. These reflect your exact vehicle rather than a general model-wide figure.