2009 Toyota Highlander: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

The 2009 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity of 2,000 lbs and that is the amount of weight that it can pull behind the vehicle. It has a torque of 186 to 248 lb-ft, which is the amount of turning power that a vehicle has. It has a payload of 1,450 to 1,822 lbs, which is the amount of weight that can be carried on the inside. It has a tongue weight of 200 lbs and that is the downward force that the tongue of the trailer puts on the hitch. You should always be safe when towing by doing safety checks before driving. Always check the tires, the brake lights and that the trailer is secured correctly. When driving, make wider turns at corners and brake sooner.