If you are planning to buy an LX 470 or just checking what it can pull, this short guide cuts through the noise and gives clear, useful numbers, no fluff. I wrote this to make towing facts easy to read and quick to use, whether you’re weighing a boat, camper, or car trailer.
Below you’ll find the latest official towing number for the LX 470, a year-by-year table for the model’s run, practical examples of what fits inside that limit, quick FAQs, and plain final thoughts to help you decide. Read on and you’ll know exactly what an LX 470 can safely tow.
Lexus LX 470 Towing Capacity
The most recent Lexus LX 470 (final model year 2007) is commonly quoted with a maximum towing capacity of 6,500 lb (≈2,948 kg) when equipped and properly; this is the higher, braked-trailer figure often cited in official specs and dealer listings.
In some markets and configurations (or with only the factory bumper hitch) conservative ratings like 5,000 lb are also referenced, so check the owner’s manual and your vehicle’s hitch type before towing heavier loads.
The LX 470’s sturdy ladder frame and V8 drivetrain make it suitable for medium-to-large boats, travel trailers, and utility trailers when properly set up and using sway control or weight-distributing hitches.
Lexus LX 470 Towing Capacity by Year
Model Year
Max Towing Capacity
| Model Year | Max Towing Capacity |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 4,500 lb |
| 1999 | 6,500 lb |
| 2000 | 6,500 lb |
| 2001 | 6,500 lb |
| 2002 | 6,500 lb |
| 2003 | 6,500 lb |
| 2004 | 5,000–6,500 lb |
| 2005 | 6,500 lb |
| 2006 | 6,500 lb |
| 2007 | 6,500 lb |
Lexus LX 470 Towing Capacity – What Can I Tow?
Below are common trailer/boat types that fit inside a 6,500 lb towing limit, with short notes for each:
1: Small/medium travel trailers (pop-up or light 20–24 ft trailers)
Many lightweight travel trailers with dry weights under ~4,500–5,500 lb (plus cargo) fall within LX 470 limits when you account for tongue weight and passengers. Use a weight-distributing hitch and sway control for trailers heavier than ~2,000 lb.
2: Aluminum/steel fishing boats and ski boats
Typical 18–22 ft boats with outboard motors often weigh between 1,500–3,500 lb (trailer included), which sits comfortably inside the LX 470’s capability. Always add fuel and gear weight to your calculations.
3: Small car or ATV trailers
A single-car flatbed or an ATV trailer that keeps total trailer+cargo under 6,500 lb is fine. Check tongue weight and use proper tie-downs; lighter cars and ATVs usually make safe combinations.
4: Horse or livestock trailers (one or two horses, light setups)
Many single- or two-horse trailers (especially aluminum or lightweight designs) are within 6,500 lb, but fully loaded larger trailers can exceed the limit — measure trailer + animals + tack before hitching.
5: Utility/work trailers (landscaping, equipment)
Small equipment trailers that carry mowers, small loaders, or supplies will often stay under 6,500 lb; for heavier machinery, use a truck rated higher. Distribute load to control tongue weight.
Final Thoughts!
The LX 470 is a capable, truck-based SUV with real towing muscle when properly equipped. For most owners, the practical ceiling is about 6,500 lb (with appropriate hitch, brake-equipped trailer, and correct load distribution), which covers boats, pop-up or light travel trailers, small horse trailers, and utility loads.
However, real-world safe towing depends on more than a headline number: confirm your vehicle’s specific stickered limits, check the exact hitch installed (factory vs under-bumper aftermarket), account for passengers and onboard cargo, and always include trailer braking and sway control when towing near the upper limit.
If you plan to tow near the max regularly, fit a weight-distributing hitch and have brakes/sway-control in place, which keeps the LX 470 confident and safe on long trips.
FAQ’s
1: What is the towing capacity of the 2008 LX 470?
There is no 2008 LX 470. The LX 470’s final model year was 2007; use the 2007 spec (commonly 6,500 lb).
2: What is the towing rating of a 2000 Lexus LX 470?
Commonly listed as 6,500 lb for 2000 LX 470s on widely used spec sites.
3: How much can a 2006 Lexus LX 470 tow?
2006 LX 470 specs commonly show a 6,500 lb maximum towing capacity (follow owner’s manual/hitch label).
4: What is the towing capacity of a Lexus 470?
Across most model years the LX 470 is typically rated up to 6,500 lb, though some years/market/factory-hitch setups list lower conservative numbers (e.g., ~5,000 lb). Check your manual.
5: Which Lexus can tow 5000 lbs?
Several Lexus SUVs can tow ~5,000 lb. Some examples include many RX, GX, and early LX models depending on trim and year; check each model’s spec for exact rating.
