Frequently Asked Questions

Vehicle Questions

Is it possible to tow my Toyota with all four wheels on the ground?

ModelYearDinghy TowingSpeed/Distance Limits
Transmission
ManualAuto
4Runner1996-2008NoNoN/A
Avalon1995-2008N/ANoN/A
Camry†1992-2009YesNoNone
Celica1994-1999YesNoNone
Celica GT2000-2005YesNoNone
Celica GT-S2000-2001Yes*Yes55 MPH/200 Miles
Celica GT-S2002-2005YesNoNone
Corolla1993-2009YesNoNone
ECHO2000-2005YesNoNone
FJ Cruiser2007-2008NoNoN/A
Highlander2001N/AYes55 MPH/200 Miles
Highlander†2002-2008N/ANoN/A
Land Cruiser1992-2008NoNoN/A
Matrix2003-2009YesNoNone
MR2 Spyder2000-2005Yes**N/ANone
Paseo1996-1998YesNoNone
Previa1992-1997N/ANoN/A
Prius2001-2008N/ANoN/A
RAV41996-2000YesNoNone
RAV42001YesYes55 MPH/200 Miles
RAV42002-2005YesNo4WD models: 55 MPH/200 Miles
RAV42006-2008N/ANoN/A
RAV4 EV2001-2003N/ANoN/A
Sequoia2001-2008N/ANoN/A
Sienna1998-2008N/ANoN/A
Solara1999-2008YesNoNone
Supra1994-1999NoNoN/A
Tercel1995-1998YesNoNone
Tacoma1995-2008NoNoN/A
T1001993-1999NoNoN/A
Tundra2000-2008NoNoN/A
Yaris2007-2008YesNoNone


For most 2001 and newer model years, dinghy towing information is located in the Owner's Manual.

NOTE:
  • Dinghy towing a vehicle behind a motor home requires special equipment and accessories. Please see your motor home manufacturer/service outlet for recommended towing equipment.

  • If speed/distance limits are not strictly observed, internal damage to the transmission or transfer components may occur.

  • The transmission MUST be placed in the "neutral" position when dinghy towing.

  • After dinghy towing, or at the recommended distance limits, let the engine idle for more than three minutes before operating the vehicle or resuming towing.

Disclaimer: Dinghy towing does not eliminate the possibility of damage to other vehicle systems (Body, Chassis, Electrical Systems, etc.)

* speed/distance limit does not apply to the 2000-2001 Celica GT-S with manual transmission
** includes MR2 Sequential Manual Transmission
† including Hybrid Synergy Drive vehicles