2026 Lexus GX towing capacity
Max tow rating
9,096lb
- 550 Overtrail AWD, 3.4L 6cyl.
- Base trim: 9,063 lb.
- Top 4% of 147 SUVs (2026).
Trailer check
Yes. 7,200 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 9,096 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 7,277 lb
- Margin
- 1,896 lb (21%)
- Hitch class needed
- III, up to 8,000 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 127% of 5,675 lb
Over the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 10-14 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 9,096 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 7,277 lb
- Hitch class at max
- IV, up to 10,000 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Yes |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Yes |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Yes |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | Yes |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | Yes |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | Some, up to 7,277 lb |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | Some, up to 7,277 lb |
| 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 9,096 lb: 550 Overtrail AWD, $74,430.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Payload | GVWR | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 Overtrail AWD | 3.4L 6cyl | AWD | 9,096 lb | 1,490 lb | 7,165 lb | 5,675 lb | $74,430 |
| 550 Premium AWD | 3.4L 6cyl | AWD | 9,063 lb | 1,445 lb | 7,030 lb | 5,585 lb | $66,785 |
| 550 Luxury AWD | 3.4L 6cyl | AWD | 7,601 lb to 8,020 lb | 1,245 lb | 6,920 lb | 5,675 lb | $79,250 |
Max rating by year
- Changed in 2025: 6,500 lb to 9,096 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer L | 9,860 lb | 85th Anniversary Edition 4WD | $78,990 |
| Toyota Sequoia | 9,520 lb | SR5 RWD | $65,725 |
| Lexus GX (this car) | 9,096 lb | 550 Overtrail AWD | $74,430 |
| Porsche Macan | 5,512 lb | Electric 4 AWD | $84,000 |
| Audi SQ5 | 4,400 lb | TFSI Premium AWD | $65,400 |
| Audi SQ5 Sportback | 4,400 lb | TFSI Premium AWD | $66,800 |
| Jeep Wagoneer S | 3,500 lb | Limited 4xe 4x4 | $66,000 |
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 can tow 5,000 lb? 92 models (2026)
- What can tow 7,500 lb? 47 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