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Toyota Camry Towing Capacity: Can a Camry Tow a Trailer?
What Toyota's 2027 Camry Hybrid owner's manual says about towing a trailer, hitch carriers, flat towing behind a motor home, load limits and how to have a Camry towed, read November 10, 2026. If your Camry is serviced with us in Peoria, here is what the manual lists.
Can a Toyota Camry tow a trailer?
Toyota's 2027 Camry Hybrid owner's manual lists no towing capacity. It says Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with the vehicle, does not recommend installing a tow hitch or using a hitch-mounted carrier, and that the Camry is not designed to be dinghy towed behind a motor home.
Trailer towing and hitches
In its list of vehicle load limits, the manual covers total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. Under towing capacity it gives no figure; it says Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
The "Trailer towing" section goes further: Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle or similar. The manual says the vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.
If you need to tow, the related links below cover towing on the RAV4, Highlander and Tundra.
Flat towing behind a motor home
The manual says the Camry is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home.
Its notice to avoid serious damage to the vehicle says not to tow the vehicle with the 4 wheels on the ground.
Camry load limits
| Item | Owner's manual figure |
|---|---|
| Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) | 925 lb. (420 kg) |
| Seating capacity | 5 (front 2, rear 3) |
| Towing capacity | None listed; Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer |
From the "Dimensions and weight" and "Seating capacity" specifications in Toyota's 2027 Camry Hybrid Owner's Manual OM06325U, pages 482-483, and its load limits section, page 172, read November 10, 2026. Total load capacity and seating capacity are also shown on the tire and loading information label.
If your Camry needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, Toyota recommends having the vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or a flatbed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and follow state and local laws.
For a wheel-lift truck, the manual shows towing from the front (2WD models; on AWD models, use a towing dolly under the rear wheels) or from the rear, with a towing dolly under the front wheels. 2WD models must be transported with the front wheels raised or with all four wheels off the ground; AWD models must have all four wheels off the ground. The manual warns that towing with the wrong wheels on the ground may damage the drivetrain or related parts, or electricity generated by the motor may cause a fire.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, to prevent body damage, and do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components. On a flatbed, use tire strapping belts, set the parking brake and turn the power switch off.
Peoria Toyota hours
| Department | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sales | Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun closed |
| Service | Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m.-12 p.m.; Sun closed |
From Peoria Toyota's website, November 11, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Toyota Camry towing FAQ
What is the Toyota Camry towing capacity?
Toyota's 2027 Camry Hybrid owner's manual lists no towing capacity. Under "Towing capacity" it says Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle, and its trailer towing section says the vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.
Can I put a trailer hitch on a Camry for a bike rack?
The manual says Toyota also does not recommend installing a tow hitch or using a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle or similar, and says the vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.
Can a Camry be flat towed behind a motorhome?
No. The 2027 Camry Hybrid manual says the Camry is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home, and says not to tow it with the 4 wheels on the ground.
How much weight can a Camry carry?
The 2027 Camry Hybrid manual lists a vehicle capacity weight (occupants plus luggage) of 925 lb. (420 kg) and seating for 5 (front 2, rear 3). Your vehicle's tire and loading information label shows the figure for your car.
How should a Camry be towed if it breaks down?
Toyota recommends having it towed by a Toyota dealer or commercial towing service using a wheel-lift type truck or a flatbed truck, with a safety chain system. On 2WD models the front wheels must be raised (or all four wheels); on AWD models all four wheels must be off the ground. Do not use a sling-type truck.
Questions about your Camry?
Our service team at 7401 N Allen Rd in Peoria can answer questions about your Camry and look after its maintenance.
Sources
Towing guidance, load limits and seating capacity are from Toyota's 2027 Camry Hybrid Owner's Manual OM06325U (pages 170-173, 426-428 and 482-483), read November 10, 2026. Your own owner's manual and tire and loading information label are the final word for your vehicle. Address and hours are from Peoria Toyota's own website. Photo is a Toyota image and is illustrative.
- Camry Hybrid Owner's Manual (OM06325U): load limits, trailer towing and dinghy towing (pages 170-173), if your vehicle needs to be towed (pages 426-428), vehicle capacity weight and seating capacity (pages 482-483), Toyota, read November 10, 2026
- Address and sales and service hours, Peoria Toyota, November 11, 2026
