2020 Toyota Sienna towing capacity
Max tow rating
3,500lb
- CE Cargo FWD.
- Base trim: 3,500 lb.
- Rank 4 of 6 minivans (2020).
Trailer check
Yes. 2,800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 2,800 lb
- Margin
- 700 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- II, up to 3,500 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 61% of 4,590 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 13-17 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 2,800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- II, up to 3,500 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Yes |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 3,500 lb: CE Cargo FWD, $29,715.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE Cargo FWD | N/A | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $29,715 |
| L FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,430 lb | $31,640 |
| L FWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,430 lb | $31,640 |
| LE FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,505 lb | $34,460 |
| LE FWD 8-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,505 lb | $34,460 |
| LE Mobility 7-Passenger FWD | N/A | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $34,470 |
| LE Mobility FWD 7-Passenger Mobility | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,505 lb | $34,470 |
| LE AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,655 lb | $37,000 |
| SE FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $37,790 |
| XLE FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $37,790 |
| SE FWD 8-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $37,790 |
| XLE FWD 8-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $37,790 |
| SE AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $39,295 |
| XLE AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,750 lb | $40,220 |
| LE Auto Access Seat FWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,505 lb | $40,385 |
| LE 7-Passenger FWD with Auto-Access Seat | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,548 lb | $40,385 |
| XLE Premium FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $41,480 |
| XLE Premium FWD 8-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $41,480 |
| SE Premium FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $43,885 |
| SE Premium FWD 8-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $43,885 |
| XLE Premium AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,750 lb | $43,910 |
| XLE Auto Access Seat FWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,590 lb | $43,925 |
| XLE 7-Passenger FWD with Auto-Access Seat | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,548 lb | $43,925 |
| Limited FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,615 lb | $44,535 |
| Limited FWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,615 lb | $44,535 |
| SE Premium AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,605 lb | $45,390 |
| Limited AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,750 lb | $45,895 |
| Limited Premium FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,615 lb | $48,055 |
| Limited Premium FWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | FWD | 3,500 lb | 4,615 lb | $48,055 |
| Limited Premium AWD 7-Passenger | 3.5L | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,750 lb | $49,415 |
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2009 to 2026: 3,500 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Highlander | 5,000 lb | L FWD | $34,600 |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 3,600 lb | Touring FWD | $34,045 |
| Toyota Sienna (this car) | 3,500 lb | CE Cargo FWD | $29,715 |
| Honda Odyssey | 3,500 lb | LX FWD | $30,790 |
| Kia Sedona | 3,500 lb | L FWD | $27,600 |
Lists by trailer weight
Other models rated for these weights.
- What can tow 1,500 lb? 173 models (2026)
- What can tow 2,000 lb? 155 models (2026)
- What can tow 3,500 lb? 135 models (2026)
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree