What are the towing capabilities of the latest Lexus models? This is a question frequently asked at Lexus centres and through our busy social media platforms, and it is coming up more regularly as families plan staycation holidays.
The following table lists all new Lexus models currently on sale and their maximum applicable figures. The blank spaces represent models that have either not been engineered to tow or are not homologated to do so in the United Kingdom. In these cases, luggage carrying capacity can always be increased with official Lexus touring accessories.
Lexus towing capacities
| MODEL | TOWING CAPACITY (UNBRAKED) | TOWING CAPACITY (BRAKED) | MAXIMUM NOSE WEIGHT |
| CT 200h | – | – | – |
| UX 250h (all models) | 750kg | 750kg | 75kg |
| UX 300e | – | – | – |
| IS 300h | 750kg | 750kg | 75kg |
| NX 300h (FWD) | 650kg | 650kg | 30kg |
| NX 300h (AWD) | 750kg | 1,500kg | 60kg |
| ES 300h | – | – | – |
| RC 300h | – | – | – |
| RC F | – | – | – |
| RX 450h | 750kg | 2,000kg | 80kg |
| RX 450h L | – | – | – |
| LC 500h | – | – | – |
| LC 500 | – | – | – |
| LC 500 Convertible | – | – | – |
| LS 500h | – | – | – |
What is the difference between braked and unbraked trailers?
Most larger trailers and caravans feature an integrated braking system that is activated through a mechanical link from the tow bar. This means that when the tow car brakes, the inertia of this force prompts the application of what is known as the ‘overrun brakes,’ which are installed to reduce the brake effort carried out by the tow car. Smaller, lighter trailers with no integrated braking system are called ‘unbraked’ and are entirely free-wheeling. These trailers therefore rely on the tow car to carry out all the brake effort.
Why is nose weight important?
Nose weight refers to the maximum vertical load that is exerted on the tow bar by the attached trailer or caravan (this also applies to tow bar-mounted cycle carriers). This figure is established by Lexus in order to maintain a safe level of traction and steering through the front wheels.
Hi ,
In the US you can specify a towing pack which increases capacity to 3,500lbs.
Is this available to order on UK spec Lexus RX please .?
Hello Glenn,
Thank you for contacting Lexus.
Unfortunately, this is not available in the UK.
Thanks.
In UK can I fit a tow bar to my UX f sport ?
Hello Graeme,
Please provide your vehicle registration so we can look into this for you.
Thanks.
Just fitted tow bar plus electric..to ux fsport service managers vehicle for 2 bikes..lovly…lexus Leicester
I will be buying a new car I am starting my paper study, today, before selecting the winners for a Test Drive,
I tow a caravan. Do you supply a Tow hook?
I also Drive across country to get to work daily, through some challenging driving conditions Floods deep water ones up to door level, Snow above the car (beast from the East) , Ice, Pot holes on country roads.
I need a capable AWD SUV that is not put off by a bit of water
I also do a lot of Motorway driving up to Liverpool were my son is at University and dont want to be range stressed
The tow limit needs to be 2000kg through 2500 kg would be nice.
I also want a reasonable performance and economy, low garage costs and a top reliability given living in the country.
What lexus would you suggest for my paper study. and can I have the specification / brochure please
Hi Robert,
The closest vehicle we’d have to suit your requirements is the RX 450h. It has a towing capacity of 2000kgs, an E-Four all wheel drive system. All of our vehicles are reliable, and we win awards for this every year. There is no range anxiety due to it not being a plug-in. It has an acceleration time of 7.7 seconds from its 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine. It has a WLTP mpg figure of 35.3 – 35.7 depending on specification.
We don’t supply a physical brochure, but you can see it online here: https://lexus.turtl.co/story/lexus-rx-rx-l-price-list/page/1
Let us know if you have any further questions, or if we can help arrange a test drive.
Thanks