Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2009 Manual page 242

2-5. Driving information
Towing related term
Towing related term
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
Gross trailer weight
Towing capacity
Tongue load
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Meaning
The maximum allowable gross vehicle
weight. The gross vehicle weight is the
total weight of the vehicle. When towing
a trailer, it is the sum of the vehicle
weight (including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the tongue load.
The maximum allowable gross axle
weight. The gross axle weight is the load
placed on each axle (front and rear).
The sum of the trailer weight and the
weight of the cargo in the trailer
The maximum allowable gross trailer
weight. Towing capacity is calculated
considering the base vehicle with neces-
sary vehicle equipment and occupants.
Additional optional equipment, passen-
gers and cargo in the vehicle will reduce
the towing capacity, gross trailer weight
include the trailer, cargo and necessary
equipment for towing.
The load placed on the trailer hitch ball