Toyota Sequoia Towing Capacity: The 9,520 lb Number
Toyota publishes up to 9,520 lb for the 2025 and 2026 Sequoia. That is one grade and one drivetrain, and payload is what will actually stop you.
Toyota 4Runner Towing Capacity: The 6,000 lb Number
Toyota publishes 6,000 lb for the 2025 and 2026 4Runner. The 2024 was 5,000 lb with a 500 lb tongue limit. Payload is what actually stops you.
Chevrolet Tahoe Towing Capacity: 8,400 lb, or Less
The 2026 Tahoe and Yukon both top out at 8,400 lb, in one configuration each. A 25-ft trailer fits the rating. Your payload is the real question.
GVWR vs GCWR vs Payload: Towing Terms Made Simple
GVWR, GCWR, curb weight and payload: what each means, where to find it on your vehicle, and the mistake that overloads trucks. One clear reference.
Where to Find Your Real Towing Capacity: 3 Sources Compared
Door jamb, owner’s manual, or VIN tool: each shows different numbers. Here’s exactly what’s on each one and why they can look like they disagree.
Curb Weight Explained: Where Every Towing Calculation Starts
Curb weight is your vehicle empty, fluids and full tank, no people or cargo. Here’s why it isn’t one number per model, and how it feeds your tow math.
GAWR Explained: The Axle Limit That Can Beat GVWR
GAWR caps each axle separately from GVWR’s total. You can be under GVWR and still overload one axle. Here’s how, and where to find your numbers.
Dry Weight vs GVWR vs UVW vs NCC: Trailer Terms Decoded
Dry weight, UVW, GVWR, NCC/CCC: four trailer terms, one clear reference. Learn which one to actually compare against your tow vehicle’s capacity.
Wet Weight vs Dry Weight: Why Loaded Trailers Weigh More
Wet weight is dry weight plus full water, propane, and cargo. Here’s what full tanks actually weigh, and the one number to check instead of either.
What Does ‘Properly Equipped’ Actually Mean for Towing?
The headline tow number assumes specific equipment your truck may not have. Here’s the checklist to see if you actually qualify for the ad’s number.