Whilst doing some research on towing, I found some interesting information that could impact anyone towing more than 2500 kg with the new 150kW/500Nm Prado.
On page 193 of the current owners manual (Aug 2020 to current) Toyota have imposed a maximum GCM of 5490 kg for all models. A copy of that manual can be downloaded here:
https://toyotamanuals.com.au/documen...aug-20-current
Prior to Aug 2020, the maximum GCM limitation was 5990 kg for automatic and 5490 kg for manual. That manual is available for download here:
https://toyotamanuals.com.au/documen...-aug-19-aug-20
I understand that GCM isn't meant to apply to light vehicles, however if a manufacturer specifies a GCM limit then legally it becomes a sticky issue.
I have contacted Toyota and it's currently under investigation. My main question is why the GCM limit has reduced on a vehicle when it's more powerful and all other weight limits are the same?
In the meantime, if you tow a heavy trailer beware of the limitations and legal requirements.
***UPDATE***
On the 2/3/21 Toyota confirmed that the GCM should in fact be 5990 kg, however I don't know how they are going to address the legality issue of what's published on page 193 of the owners manual.
On page 193 of the current owners manual (Aug 2020 to current) Toyota have imposed a maximum GCM of 5490 kg for all models. A copy of that manual can be downloaded here:
https://toyotamanuals.com.au/documen...aug-20-current
Prior to Aug 2020, the maximum GCM limitation was 5990 kg for automatic and 5490 kg for manual. That manual is available for download here:
https://toyotamanuals.com.au/documen...-aug-19-aug-20
I understand that GCM isn't meant to apply to light vehicles, however if a manufacturer specifies a GCM limit then legally it becomes a sticky issue.
I have contacted Toyota and it's currently under investigation. My main question is why the GCM limit has reduced on a vehicle when it's more powerful and all other weight limits are the same?
In the meantime, if you tow a heavy trailer beware of the limitations and legal requirements.
***UPDATE***
On the 2/3/21 Toyota confirmed that the GCM should in fact be 5990 kg, however I don't know how they are going to address the legality issue of what's published on page 193 of the owners manual.
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