How To Carry An Electric Wheelchair on a 2011 Toyota Rav4

Question:

Wondering if my 2011 RAV 4 V6 will carry a 250 pound electric wheelchair or should I check with Toyota?

asked by: Colleen J

Helpful Expert Reply:

The tongue weight capacity of your 2011 Toyota Rav4 is 200 lbs if you don't have the towing package or 350 lbs if you do have the towing package. Therefore, if you have the towing package then yes your Rav4 is equipped to carry a 250 lb wheelchair so long as the added weight of carrier doesn't exceed the above figure.

If you don't already have a trailer hitch on your Rav4 then I recommend using the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98864 which has a tongue weight capacity that will meet either of the above vehicle options. This hitch is a direct fit that will not require any drilling. Then for a cargo carrier, I recommend the Flint Hill Goods 29" x 49" Carrier w/ 60" Ramp - 2" Hitch - 500 lbs # FHG69ZR which weighs 77 lbs.

expert reply by: Conner L