The available towing capacity may be less than
the maximum towing capacity due to the passen-
ger and cargo load in the vehicle.
Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be-
tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the
trailer tongue load specification recommended
by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue load
becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to ob-
tain the proper tongue load. Do not exceed the
maximum tongue weight specification shown in
the “Towing load/specification” chart even if the
calculated available tongue weight is greater
than 15%. If the calculated tongue weight is less
than 10% , reduce the total trailer weight to
match the available tongue weight.
Always verify that available capacities are within
the required ratings.TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION
VQ40DEVK56DE
Maximum Towing Capacity*1 *2 Standard
2,000 lb. (907 kg) 2,000 lb. (907 kg)
with Accessory Hitch 6,200 lb. (2,812 kg) 8,700 lb. (3,946 kg)
Maximum Tongue Load Standard
200 lb. (90.7 kg) 200 lb. (90.7 kg)
with Accessory Hitch 620 lb. (281.2 kg) 870 lb. (394.6 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating Standard
13,400 lb. (6,078 kg) 16,000 lb. (7,257 kg)
with Accessory Hitch
*1: The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve
the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehi-
cle’s maximum towing capacity.
*2: Use of a weight-distributing hitch system is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs.
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