2021 Toyota RAV4 Towing Capacity
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 has a verified maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lb; the exact rating depends on configuration.
Towing Capacity by trim and configuration
| Trim / configuration | Engine | Drivetrain | Maximum rating | Conditions | Source evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure | AWD | AWD | 3,500 lb maximum value | Source configuration: Adventure (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| LE | AWD | AWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: LE (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| LE | FWD | FWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: LE (FWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| LE Hybrid | AWD | AWD | 1,750 lb | Source configuration: LE Hybrid (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| Limited | AWD | AWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: Limited (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.)[17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 50 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| Limited | FWD | FWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: Limited (FWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.)[17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 50 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| Limited Hybrid | AWD | AWD | 1,750 lb | Source configuration: Limited Hybrid (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.)[17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 50 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| TRD Off-Road | AWD | AWD | 3,500 lb maximum value | Source configuration: TRD Off-Road (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE | AWD | AWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: XLE (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE | FWD | FWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: XLE (FWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE Hybrid | AWD | AWD | 1,750 lb | Source configuration: XLE Hybrid (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 45 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE Premium | AWD | AWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: XLE Premium (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE Premium | FWD | FWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: XLE Premium (FWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XLE Premium Hybrid | AWD | AWD | 1,500 lb | Source configuration: XLE Premium Hybrid (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
| XSE Hybrid | AWD | AWD | 1,750 lb | Source configuration: XSE Hybrid (AWD). Source table row: Towing capacity (lb.) [17]. | 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, p. 48 · verified 2026-08-15 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 towing capacity?
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 has a verified maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lb; the exact rating depends on configuration.
Where does this specification data come from?
The table is tied to 2021 RAV4 SourceBook, published by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., and was last verified on 2026-08-15.