Driving
Vehicle load limits
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Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) and cargo capacity.
- Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight):
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage. - Seating capacity: Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
- TWR (Trailer Weight Rating): TWR means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
- 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.
WARNING
■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.
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