What does the Toyota tow package include?
In brief, Toyota’s tow package typically bundles a hitch, trailer wiring, and towing-specific cooling and braking enhancements to help you tow safely. The exact contents depend on the model and year.
Across Toyota’s lineup, the tow package usually adds a compatible hitch and wiring, plus various cooling upgrades and braking-support features designed for towing. Because contents evolve by model and trim, check the official Toyota documentation or your local dealer for the precise components on your vehicle.
Common components found in Toyota tow packages
The list below outlines features that have commonly appeared in Toyota tow packages in recent years. Availability can vary by model and generation.
- Class III or Class IV hitch receiver (typically 2 inches, with some models offering larger receivers)
- Trailer wiring harness (supporting 4-pin and/or 7-pin connectors, depending on the model)
- Integrated or factory trailer brake controller on models that support it
- Engine oil cooler
- Transmission cooler
- Radiator cooling enhancements or an upgraded cooling package
- Cooling fan enhancements or a dedicated cooling system for towing
- Towing-related stability aids such as trailer sway control or integrated stability features
These elements collectively improve towing capability and safety, but the exact combination you get is specific to your vehicle’s model year and trim. Always verify with official documentation or a dealer for your exact build.
Model-specific variations and how to verify
Checking your vehicle’s exact tow-package contents
Because Toyota tailors tow equipment to each model and generation, the precise components can differ even within the same name of the package. Use these steps to confirm what yours includes:
- Review the vehicle's window sticker or build sheet for “Tow Package” or towing-related options listed.
- Enter the vehicle’s VIN on Toyota’s official site or consult the dealer’s system to pull a formal spec sheet showing towing options.
- Ask the dealer or parts department to confirm which components were installed as part of the Tow Package for your VIN.
Concluding note: Always rely on official documentation for your exact model-year contents and the approved towing capacity, as the package can vary by generation and trim level.
Summary
Toyota’s tow package generally bundles a hitch, trailer wiring, and towing-support features such as cooling upgrades and, where available, a trailer brake controller and stability aids. The specific components vary by model and year, so verify with the manufacturer or a Toyota dealer to know exactly what your vehicle includes and how it affects towing capacity and safety.
