Toyota Yaris: Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (→P. 342)
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 (3-door models for Canada): (→P. 342)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
■ Towing capacity (except 3-door models for Canada)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■ 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.(→P. 262)
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.
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo capacity and load: ● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible. ● Be sure all items ...Winter driving tips
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Checking and replacing tires
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Check the tire’s tread for tread wear indicators. If the indicators show,
replace the tires. The location of tread wear indicators is shown by the “TWI” or
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The power outlet is designed for power supply for car accessories. To use
the power outlet, open as shown in the illustration.
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