If you're shopping a full-size three-row SUV to pull a trailer, the Toyota Sequoiasits near the top of the non-luxury class. It out-tows almost all of its body-on-frame three-row competitors, with a spread that runs from 8,980 pounds at the bottom to 9,520 pounds at the top. The trick is understanding which trim and drivetrain combination gets you there, because the difference between the strongest and weakest Sequoia is real money worth of capability. Every modern Sequoia shares one powertrain and one basic structure, so the towing differences come down to weight. A loaded Capstone carries hundreds of pounds more interior hardware than a stripped SR5, and that mass eats directly into what the rig can drag behind it. Below is how the numbers break down, and how the Sequoia stacks up against the other full-size haulers you'd cross-shop.What the Sequoia Tows at Its Strongest and WeakestThe highest-rated Sequoia you can buy is the rear-wheel-drive SR5, at 9,520 pounds. That figure has held steady since the current generation arrived, so a 2023 SR5 RWD and a current SR5 RWD pull the same 9,520 pounds. The lowest-rated version is the 4WD Capstone at 8,980 pounds. That leaves about 540 pounds separating the strongest trim from the weakest across the lineup. Blame the scale. Curb weight on the lightest SR5 starts at 5,620 pounds and climbs to 6,185 pounds once you load up a top-spec Capstone, and that extra mass comes from heavier cabin appointments that chip away at both towing and payload. Every trim shares the same 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 hybrid and the same combined-weight budget, so the engine isn't the variable. The scale is.How Each Trim and Drivetrain ComparesThe pattern holds across the range: rear-wheel-drive versions tow more than their 4WD equivalents, and leaner trims tow more than luxury ones. The SR5 in 4WD manages 9,120 pounds, while the same truck in rear-drive jumps to 9,520. Step up to the mid-grade trims and the figures tighten. The Limited in RWD tows 9,300 pounds and drops to 9,020 in 4WD. The Platinum is rated for 9,310 pounds in 4x2 and 9,010 pounds in 4x4. The 1794 Edition mirrors the Platinum almost exactly, at 9,310 pounds in rear-drive and 9,010 in four-wheel drive. The off-road-focused TRD Pro is rated at 9,020 pounds, which puts the trail trim in the same neighborhood as the Platinum despite its different suspension and gearing focus. The Capstone sits at the bottom. In 4x4 it manages 8,980 pounds, and in 4x2 it rises to 9,280. If you want the most capable Sequoia for towing, the lean rear-drive SR5 is the answer, and the top-shelf Capstone is the trade-off you accept for the plush cabin.What the Hardware Can Actually PullEvery current Sequoia uses a Class 4 hitch, and tongue weights cluster in a tight band from the high 800s to 952 poundsdepending on trim. Those numbers matter because tongue weight sets a practical ceiling on what you can load onto the ball, and a Class 4 hitch is the heavy-duty rating you want for larger trailers. In real terms, this is a meaningful step up from Toyota's smaller off-roaders. The 4Runner tops out at 6,000 pounds. That's enough for a couple of quads or a light utility trailer, and not much beyond. The Sequoia, by contrast, handles bigger travel trailers, enclosed car haulers, and horse rigs well past what the 4Runner can manage. It still falls short of the Tundra pickup it's built on, which tows up to 12,000 pounds, so if your loads run heavier than roughly five tons, you're looking at the truck rather than the SUV. The Sequoia rides on the Tundra platform, which is why the two share so much of their towing hardware.How the Sequoia Compares to Its RivalsAgainst the other full-size three-row SUVs, the Sequoia generally comes out ahead. The Nissan Armada tops out at 8,500 poundsacross every configuration, below even the weakest Sequoia. The GMC Yukon tows up to 8,400 pounds, and the Yukon XL manages 8,200. The Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban sit around 8,000 pounds depending on engine, and a 2WD Tahoe with the 5.3-liter V8 reaches 8,400. Every one of those trails the Sequoia's 8,980-pound floor. The lone exception is the Ford Expedition. With a standard setup it tows up to 7,000 pounds, well under the Sequoia, but properly equipped it reaches 9,600 pounds - enough to edge past even the strongest Sequoia. The catch is that the Expedition only clears the Sequoia when it's fitted with a weight-distributing hitch and skips the 24-inch wheels. Match them on equal terms and the Sequoia stays competitive with both the Tahoe and the Expedition, and ahead of most of the rest of the segment.Why the Hybrid Powertrain Matters for TowingThe 2023 redesign brought the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, and it's been the Sequoia's only engine choice ever since. No Toyota SUV sells hybrid-only except this one. So every Sequoia you'll find used or new runs a hybrid, regardless of what the first owner wanted. The system pairs the 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor, and the combined output lands at 437 horsepower alongside 583 pound-feet of torque. That torque figure is the number that matters for a loaded trailer, and it's a big reason the current generation tows so much more than the one before it. The outgoing V8 Sequoia maxed out at 7,400 pounds. The hybrid pushed that to 9,520 - a genuine generational jump. One caveat worth knowing before you buy: Toyota has issued recalls on the Sequoia's powertrain over engine failures, so check a prospective truck's recall history and service records.Choosing the Right Sequoia for Your TrailerStart with your trailer's loaded weight and add a margin, then work backward through the trims. If maximum capacity is the priority, the rear-drive SR5 at 9,520 pounds is the pick, and you'll give up four-wheel traction and some interior polish to get there. Opt for a 4WD SR5 if you want the all-weather capability with only a modest drop to 9,120 pounds. Mid-grade buyers who want more comfort without sacrificing much pulling power should look at the Limited, Platinum, or 1794 Edition, all clustered in the 9,000-to-9,310-pound range depending on drivetrain. Accept the Capstone's lower ceiling only if its cabin is what you're after. And if your loads routinely push past the Sequoia's figures, the Tundra's 12,000-pound rating is the honest answer. Across the non-luxury three-row field, though, the Sequoia remains the one to beat.