If you own or are considering a Toyota Sequoia and you’re looking to pull your rig, you’re probably wondering: can a Toyota Sequoia pull a travel trailer?
Yes, a Toyota Sequoia can pull a travel trailer up to 7,000 pounds.
There are additional factors you’ll need to consider when pulling a camper or travel trailer with a Toyota Sequoia which we’ll cover below.
Pulling A Travel Trailer With A Toyota Sequoia
So, can a Toyota Sequoia pull a travel trailer? Yes: the Toyota Sequoia towing capacity is 7,000 pounds, so as long as your travel trailer, camper, toy hauler, or pop-up camper is under 7,000 lbs your Toyota Sequoia can successfully pull it.
Now we need to explore the additional factors you’ll need to keep in mind when pulling a camper with your Toyota Sequoia.
Toyota Sequoia Tow Package
Does The Toyota Sequoia Come With A Tow Package?
The Toyota Sequoia does not automatically come with a tow package included, so you’ll need to add one yourself or have one installed professionally.
Toyota Sequoia Travel Trailer Towing: What Do I Need?
At minimum you’ll need a trailer hitch and wiring harness to tow your camper behind your Toyota Sequoia.
Do I Need A Brake Controller To Pull A Camper With A Toyota Sequoia?
If your travel trailer or camper has electronic brakes then you’ll also need a brake controller to send a signal from your vehicle to the brakes on your trailer.
Most states have laws stating that any trailer over 3,000 pounds must have a brake controller, but check with your state for specifics.
Toyota Sequoia Towing Package Cost
Toyota Sequoia Trailer Hitch & Wiring Harness Cost
Toyota Sequoia trailer hitches run between $100-$140.
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Toyota Sequoia Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
Expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed on your Toyota Sequoia (including the hitch and wiring harness).
Toyota Sequoia Brake Controller Cost
Toyota Sequoia brake controllers cost between $100-200 for the part, and up to $250 for the installation of the brake controller.
Can You Put A Trailer Hitch On A Toyota Sequoia? Toyota Sequoia Tow Package Installation
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Toyota Sequoia trailer hitch installation:
What Else Will I Need To Pull A Trailer With My Toyota Sequoia?
Depending on what trailer or camper you’ll be pulling with your Toyota Sequoia, you may opt for a suspension enhancement kit to reduce rear-end sag and to improve your ride quality and stability.
Additionally, if your trailer or camper has electric brakes then you’ll need a 7-way connector and brake controller kit.
What Can Toyota Sequoia Tow?
Your Toyota Sequoia can pull a camper, trailer, travel trailer, toy hauler, or pop-up camper under 7,000 pounds which is going to be most ultra lightweight campers.
The Toyota Sequoia can safely tow the following travel trailer and camper models under 7,000 lbs:
- Cruiser Embrace EL260
- Heartland Mallard M26
- Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS
- Dutchmen Kodiak Ultimate 3021RBDS
- Keystone Hideout 27RLS
- Airstream Globetrotter 23FB
- Dutchmen Coleman Light 2455BR
- Lance 2295
- Rockwood Geo Pro 19TH
- Jayco Jay Flight SLX 8 265RLS
This is by no means a full list, but the above are some popular examples of travel trailers that can be towed by a Toyota Sequoia.
When determining what travel trailers you can pull behind your Toyota Sequoia, you’ll want to know the following specs:
- UVM (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) aka Dry Weight: This is the weight of a trailer as it’s manufactured at the factory. This figure includes all the weight including the axles and hitch of your trailer or camper.
- Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC): This is the maximum weight of your personal belongings that can be added. This is the GVWR minus the UVM, full fresh water tank weight, and full LP (liquid propane) gas weight. In other words, CCC = GWVR – (UVM + water + gas).
- Tongue Weight aka Hitch Weight: This is the amount of weight that’s pressing down on your vehicle’s hitch or 5th wheel connection when your travel trailer or camper is fully loaded for travel.
The most important factor to look for is the dry weight or UVM of your travel trailer or camper and making sure it’s below 7,000 lbs so your Toyota Sequoia can safely tow it.
Understand that if it’s close to that number, you must also factor in any additional weight added to your trailer via cargo, water, or propane tanks and make sure the total does not exceed 7,000 pounds.
Toyota Sequoia Towing Capacity
So, how much can a Toyota Sequoia tow?
The Toyota Sequoia towing capacity is 7,000 pounds.
Toyota Sequoia Towing Capacity: 7,000 lbs
Toyota Sequoia GVWR: 7,100 lbs
You’ll want to pay attention to the following specs to make sure your Toyota Sequoia can tow your camper or travel trailer:
- CGWR (Combined Gross Weight Rating): This is the max allowable weight including your vehicle, cargo, passengers, and the trailer.
- GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): This is the maximum weight capacity of your vehicle including the vehicle itself, passengers, and cargo without a trailer or camper attached. Exceeding either or both of the Toyota Sequoia GVWR or Toyota Sequoia towing capacity can damage the vehicle.
Can A Toyota Sequoia Tow A Camper? Wrapping Things Up
Hopefully this guide helped you to understand that yes, you can pull a travel trailer with a Toyota Sequoia as long as you pay close attention to the total weight (the camper or travel trailer must be under 7,000 pounds).
Most Toyota Sequoia models don’t come with a towing package installed, so you’ll need to add one to the vehicle. Once complete, you’re ready to hit the road and get camping!
What hitch and wiring harness did you choose for your Toyota Sequoia, and what camper or trailer are you towing with it? How did the hitch installation go? Let your fellow campers know in the comments below.
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