What is the towing capacity of the Toyota Prius?

Answer 1

Toyota does not recommend towing with the Prius, so the factory does not provide any engineering data or specifications for towing. That said, there are some light-duty hitches available through the aftermarket that will install on a Prius. They typically are not load-rated, as they were designed to carry add-on fixtures like a bicycle carrier. However, it may be possible to add a draw bar in the appropriate size that can accept a trailer ball. If you can obtain the correct wiring converter for trailer lights, then what's to stop you? If you've decided to pursue things this far, a good rule of thumb would be to not exceed the manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Weight rating, which is the combined weight of the car, fluids, passengers, luggage (and trailer). Don't even mention warranty coverage...it's not gonna happen.