cars that can tow 2500kg australia

Chasing cars in Australia that can tow 2,500 kg (braked)? Plenty of utes and 4x4 wagons will laugh that off: Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D‑MAX, Mazda BT‑50, VW Amarok and Nissan Navara are typically rated to 3,500 kg; so are big wagons like Toyota LandCruiser 300, Nissan Patrol, Ford Everest, Isuzu MU‑X and Land Rover Discovery, while Mitsubishi Pajero Sport sits around 3,100 kg and Toyota Prado about 3,000 kg.

Mind the fine print: towball download limits, GVM/GCM, and payload can strangle what you can actually tow with people and gear aboard.

Add a quality braked trailer, a proper weight‑distribution setup, and keep an eye on cooling and tyres if you’re heading bush in summer.

As always, check your specific model/year/engine’s handbook and compliance plate—ratings do vary. Consult official documentation for exact figures.