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Inquiring about the towing capacity of a 2002 Toyota 4Runner, specifically seeking information on torque, payload, and tongue weight limits.

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Brian Kelly

The 2002 Toyota 4Runner can tow up to 5,000 pounds with a tongue rating of 500 pounds on a standard 2-inch hitch receiver. It is equipped with 217 pound-feet of torque and has a payload capacity of around 1,200 pounds. This makes the 4Runner a great choice for towing off-road toys, a small camper, or a medium-sized boat. With its traditional ladder frame design, the 4Runner is less likely to be damaged from towing compared to a unibody vehicle. However, the lower torque rating may cause the vehicle to be sluggish when accelerating to highway speeds.

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  • Faith A Brown

    A 2002 Toyota 4Runner can typically tow up to 5000 pounds and has an engine torque of 217 lbs.-ft. at 3,600 rpm. The tongue weight is around 500 pounds, and the payload ranges from 1,275 to 1,650 pounds depending on the configuration.

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