Why Is There No Tow Rating On The 2010 Toyota Yaris
Question:
For the Toyota Yaris 4-door sedan w/stick shift I cannot find any load capacity or towing capacity statistics. I have towed, used a hitch hauler and carried bikes with both Toyota Tercels and Toyota Yarises despite this. I have never worn out a Toyota clutch and have had about six of these two models with several hundred thousand miles. Since hitches are available, can you tell me why I cannot find this information, and what would be your recommendations? I know I would likely void the autos warranty, but what other concerns are there? Thanks.
asked by: GeeBee
Expert Reply:
Toyota does not rate this vehicle for towing; this could be due to limited engine or transmission capacities, frame strength, ground clearance (only 5.5 inches) or all of the above.
The availability of a hitch for a certain vehicle does not necessarily mean that vehicle can tow. Hitches are available for many non-tow-rated vehicles to enable use of accessory items like bike carriers and cargo baskets.
Despite your prior experience I cannot advise you to operate your vehicle in a manner contrary to the manufacturer recommendations. If Toyota does not rate their product as suitable for towing then you do risk voiding any warranty coverage as you noted and potentially run the risk of damage to the vehicle.
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