Toyota RAV4 Upgrades Towing Capacity with Addition of RAV4 Adventure Trim

How Much Can the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Tow?

Perfect for your next family adventure, the 2018 Toyota RAV4 promises an energetic drive that pairs with an athletic and versatile design. On-the-go families that enjoy camping trips, boating and more outdoor activities want to know – how much can the 2018 Toyota RAV4 tow? Already a capable edition in the Toyota stable, the Toyota RAV4 gets an upgrade in towing with the addition of the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure grade. Learn more at Downeast Toyota!

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Official 2018 Toyota RAV4 Power and Towing Specs

When you get behind the wheel of the 2018 Toyota RAV4, you will enjoy a spirited performance that is driven by a reliable and fun-to-drive 176-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Married to a six-speed automatic transmission, the front-wheel drive Toyota RAV4 with an Automatic Limited-Slip Differential will make 23 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. When equipped with Dynamic Torque Control AWD, the Toyota RAV4 will achieve 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. Standard Toyota RAV4 configurations have the ability to tow up to 1,500 pounds.
An upgrade to the all-new 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure trim level will improve the available towing capacity of the Toyota compact crossover. Fitted with a standard Tow Prep Package, the RAV4 Adventure adds an upgraded radiator, a heavy-duty engine oil cooler and upgraded transmission fluid coolers to improve towing. With the tow hitch receiver and wiring harness, the front-wheel drive Toyota RAV4 Adventure will tow an impressive 2,900 pounds. When you add Dynamic Torque Control AWD to the equation, the RAV4 Adventure will tow 3,500 pounds – 2,000 pounds more than standard models.

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