Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity.
Total load capacity: 825 lb. (370 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage.
Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
Towing capacity (2WD models and AWD models without towing package)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Towing capacity (AWD models with towing package) 3500 lb. (1588 kg)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.
Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.
CAUTION:
Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability, resulting in an accident.
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Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
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- Set the parking brake.
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