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#58 of 84 Re: Towing Tent Trailer by bravovictor Mar 14, 2007 (2:37 pm)
Replying to: stevedebi (Sep 23, 2006 2:09 pm) I'll add my two cents to this thread. I towed my glider trailer last weekend with a HH 4wd. Glider trailers are tricky to tow because of their length (28') and the fact that they have a lot of sail area. Weight is about 1800 lbs. The rig was rock solid in mountainous terrain with a 25 mph crosswind. Was at least as good as my previous vehicle, a Grand Cherokee. I am quite pleased with the performance. Overall, I am getting about 26-27 MPG.
#59 of 84 Highlander Hybrid limited towing answers by ljmiii Mar 16, 2007 (6:01 pm)
Replying to: ljmiii (Sep 21, 2006 1:41 pm) 6 months later and my questions became answers. I got a weight distribution capable hitch reciever on etrailer, had it and a prodigy brake controller installed by hecht, got an equal-i-zer W/D hitch, and have been happily towing my 16' Airsream ever since.   As others have mentioned, the 2006 HiHy has extraordinary power for its 3500lb tow rating. The 2008 is another story - same engine, 500 extra pounds, and a 5000lb tow rating. Replies to this message: sharirichards (Oct 17, 2007 8:29 pm) cdptrap (Oct 18, 2007 8:18 am) robanglin (Mar 10, 2008 8:38 pm) cdptrap (Mar 13, 2008 10:31 am)
#60 of 84 Re: Towing Tent Trailer [stevedebi] by deserthh Mar 21, 2007 (10:14 pm)
Replying to: stevedebi (Sep 23, 2006 2:09 pm) Absolutely, with a 10,000 lb rating, this GMC was designed for heavy duty hauling. Unfortunately, its ICE was rated at 230 hp (3600 rpm). The vehicle curb weight was 5535 lbs. Patience was always needed when towing.
#61 of 84 Re: Highlander Hybrid limited towing answers [ljmiii] by sharirichards Oct 17, 2007 (8:29 pm)
Replying to: ljmiii (Mar 16, 2007 6:01 pm) RE: As others have mentioned, the 2006 HiHy has extraordinary power for its 3500lb tow rating. The 2008 is another story - same engine, 500 extra pounds, and a 5000lb tow rating.   Does the '08 really have a 5,000lb tow rating??? I can't verify that anywhere - Toyota's website,etc. I am anxious to find out -- It will make a difference in whether or not we purchase the HiHy.   Thanks! Replies to this message: cdptrap (Oct 18, 2007 8:18 am)
#62 of 84 Re: Highlander Hybrid limited towing answers [sharirichards] by cdptrap Oct 18, 2007 (8:18 am)
Replying to: sharirichards (Oct 17, 2007 8:29 pm) The 2008 Highlander Hybrid still tows only 3500-lbs.   Please see the following link: http://www.toyota.com/highlander/specs.html   If the link takes you to general specifications, click on the "CAPACITIES" tab and it will show the towing limits.   So the car still does not have enough continuous torque to tow. This is the only time I wish they do not detune the V6 in the hybrid model. Make this a 350-hp monster with electronic speed limit at 112-MPH but let the V6 have the full gas-powered 270-hp torque to tow 5000-lbs.   Ah well, I am dreaming.....
#63 of 84 Re: Highlander Hybrid limited towing answers [ljmiii] by robanglin Mar 10, 2008 (8:38 pm)
Replying to: ljmiii (Mar 16, 2007 6:01 pm) Hi, I bought a 16' Airstream Bambi Quicksilver Edition last year and have been towing it with a monster 15 person Dodge Van! Our other car is a Prius (to even out the carbon footprint playing field!) and I would love to get a 2006 or later Highlander Hybrid to tow it just like you. Now that you have been at it for a while do you have any further insights and does the HH still do the job with the Airstream. I would love to prove the doubters wrong and buy a Highlander Hybrid for the Bambi. Do you still feel the same as your previous posting and what exactly should I do to modify the HH for towing the Bambi. Thanks so much for any input you have and I commend you on making the hybrid work with the Bambi. I await your reply Replies to this message: cdptrap (Mar 13, 2008 10:31 am)
#64 of 84 Re: Highlander Hybrid limited towing answers [robanglin] by cdptrap Mar 13, 2008 (10:31 am)
Replying to: robanglin (Mar 10, 2008 8:38 pm) Hi, I notice our posts are really old, dating back to last year, so I will chime in.   We bought a Toyota hitch and necessary gear for the '06 HH and had a local shop install the whole thing. It seemed simple enough to do it myself but too busy.   We have not towed something as large as an Airstream but we have tow trailers totaling about 2000 lbs for ranch work and no problem so far. This is in Northern CA, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen area so the roads are windy and mountainous. Our '06 has no problem taking this load and maintaining posted speed. We do slow to 55-MPH when towing on freeways. Absolutely no problem. THis is using an old low-tech tow bar.   Starting from a dead stop is not a problem especially when the hybrid pack is fully charged. There is more than enough torque to get things rolling. I am used to an old V8 and this HH easily beats our V8.   Mileage will come down though, especially in mountainous terrain. We average 25-26 MPG a tank but when we tow, mileage can drop as low as 20-MPG on a heavier long haul or 22-MPG on a lighter load.   The '07-'08 HH are heavier than the '06 HH so in terms of stability, the car provides excellent damping.   As ijimii wrote, be sure to get good tow bars. Newer models now work to control swaying and so on. They are worth every penny when towing something like a camper. We will be getting one of these to replace our old bar after some more research.   Hope this helps a bit.
#65 of 84 2008 HiHy Limited - aftermarket hitch install by eessydo Apr 04, 2008 (9:51 am)
If you want to get an aftermarket hitch, view this youtube link and it will show you how to install.   I got lucky and forced the sales person at Toyota to toss in a toyota hitch to make the deal. They were 12 cars off their number for the month.
#66 of 84 Toyota 08 Hylander Hybrid Towing by gerkcraig Apr 15, 2008 (7:59 pm)
I have a boat and trailer that weights 3300 lbs. How will this Hybrid pull my boat? Looking at purchasing this vehicle but concerned with damaging the engine or batteries. Any concerns with this.
#67 of 84 08 toyota Hybrid Towing by gerkcraig Apr 16, 2008 (4:51 am)
I have a boat and trailer that weights 3400 lbs. Any issue with towing to the designed limit. Replies to this message: cdptrap (Apr 16, 2008 10:31 am)

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