New to group - Question on Towing Q5i

[robnecciai]

Hi all. I'm new to the group and this is my first post. The wife and I decided on a Q5i (2013 or 2014). We'll be getting this in about two weeks. I'm curious to know the smallest vehicle that can be used to tow the boat. We currently have a 24ft pontoon without a trailer (docked in the water). I'm looking forward to being able to tow the boat to different lakes. However, we have two fairly small vehicles: 2014 Prius (certainly a no-go for towing) and a 4-cyl. Highlander.

 

[BoatDrinksQ5]

Well although there are trailer brakes to help with stopping.... weight is weight. Looks like with the V-6 you get 5k capacity on towing, couldn't find the 4 banger cap.

The package weight of the Q5 is around 3,258 lbs - i would add another 100lbs at least for gear and such.

I feel like with my Outlook that i am on the low end personally... i would drive very slow, overdrive off, not on hot days, downhill both ways.... change tranny fluid often.

 

[Scott Danforth]

welcome aboard. towing capacity for your highlander will dictate if you can tow. your package weight as stated is 3300#, however add fuel, two coolers gear etc. and you will be close to 4000#. a V6 highlander has a 5000# towing capacity, however I think the 4 cylinder only has 2000#.

 

[robnecciai]

Thanks. Looks like I might need a vehicle upgrade!