2021 Toyota RAV4 Towing

February 9th, 2021 by

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The 2021 Toyota RAV4 towing capacity of 3,500 pounds will serve you well. Learn more in this RAV4 towing guide from Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington, and then contact us to schedule a test drive today!

2021 Toyota RAV4 Towing Capacity and Payload Capacity

The Toyota RAV4 towing capacity adds more versatility for your Morton job site or your next weekend getaway. Along with the RAV4 towing capacity of 3,500 pounds, you’ll also get plenty of room inside for passengers and cargo, as well as a RAV4 payload capacity of up to 1,240 pounds, which is very impressive, especially when compared to competing vehicles like the Honda CR-V. If you choose the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE trim level, you’ll get a 1,700-pound towing capacity and a payload capacity of up to 1,230 pounds. Learn more about the 2021 Toyota RAV4 towing capacity from Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington.

2021 Toyota RAV4 Performance Specs Features

The robust Toyota RAV4 towing performance is due to its powerful 2.5L dynamic force four-cylinder engine that generates 203 hp with 184 lb-ft of torque. A smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission is standard on all RAV4 trims, as are three selectable driving modes: Sport, ECO, and Normal. Front-wheel drive is also standard, although you can choose to upgrade to the Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive (TV-AWD) System, which provides superior traction and control in all kinds of Springfield-area weather and road conditions. Some of the additional features that further enhance the RAV4 towing capacity include:

  • Active Cornering Assist
  • Mud and Sand, Rock and Dirt, and Snow modes on higher trims
  • 8.4 to 8.5 inches of ground clearance
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar
  • Trailing wishbone-style multi-link rear suspension
  • Power-assisted ventilated 12.0-inch front disc brakes
  • Ventilated 11.1-inch rear disc brakes with Star Safety System™

Find Your 2021 Toyota RAV4 Today at Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington!

Explore our new RAV4 inventory online, and make sure to check out our current RAV4 lease offers. Working with a tight budget? Take a look at our affordably priced used RAV4 models. You’ll have a wide range of options at Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington, and you’re sure to find the Toyota SUV that is the right fit with both your lifestyle and your pocketbook. Let us put you behind the wheel of an exciting new RAV4 today!

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