Honda SUV Towing Capacity: CR-V, Passport & Pilot

If you're in the market for a new SUV, then towing capacity is probably one of the considerations you're making. SUV buyers searching for a modern SUV that boasts impressive towing capabilities and interior comforts and active safety systems will find some attractive options within the new Honda lineup. Here at Premier Honda, we stock the entire lineup of new Honda SUVs for sale in New Orleans, Louisiana. So whether you need to tow a large watercraft or bring along other weekend toys on your next adventure, count on our new and used auto dealership to deliver the vehicle your family will love.

Discover more about the towing capacity on the new Honda models then get in touch with our sales team to set up a test drive. We are eager to provide you with a full tour and road test of any of the powerful and capable Honda SUVs we have for sale.

What is Towing Capacity?

Towing capacity is how much weight your vehicle can haul. Many factors determine this, including vehicle horsepower, torque, suspension set up, and chassis configuration. Other key factors that affect the towing capacity include the rear axle ratio, curb weight, and transmission. All of these factors combine to create a towing capacity, which is where there is often a difference in the 2WD and 4WD versions of the same vehicle.

Typically, the more power a vehicle has, the more it can tow. Depending on the weight you plan to haul, let's take a look at three popular Honda SUVs and their towing capabilities so that you can find the best new SUV for your needs.

Honda SUV Towing Capacity

Starting with the popular Honda CR-V, drivers of this new mid-size sport SUV can enjoy the confidence of up to a 1,500-pound towing capacity. When you want a new SUV that gives you a turbocharged engine, 190-horsepower, the Honda Sensing® safety suite, and light towing, then the new CR-V should not be missed. Hook up a small trailer or load up the family's fleet of bicycles on a hitch-mounted bike rack and attack the weekend.

Next is the rugged mid-size Passport SUV, which gives you intelligent traction management, underfloor storage, and a 3.5-Liter V-6 engine capable of 280-horsepower. When you want to stay nimble in traffic but gain the ability to haul up to 5,000-pounds, then the new Honda Passport is the vehicle for you.

When you're looking for a mid-size family SUV with seating for eight, we have the new Honda Pilot. With a 5,000-pound towing capacity and a capable V-6 engine, the new Pilot gives you performance and luxury. In the higher trim models, we find leather-trimmed seats, a one-touch power moonroof, and a wireless phone charger for your compatible device.

Now that you know about how the new Honda SUVs compare and the towing capacities they each offer, which trailer-ready Honda SUV will you choose? Head over to our local Honda dealership for a test drive, tour, and side-by-side model comparison.