What is the 2021 Honda CR-V Towing Capacity?

The 2021 Honda CR-V can tow up to 1,500 pounds with its standard tow hitch. While you won’t need to equip a Honda CR-V towing package, you should be familiar with its standard features before you head out with a trailer. Find out how to make the most of the 2021 Honda CR-V towing capacity with our team.

How Much Can the Honda CR-V Tow?

You’ve already seen that the 2021 Honda CR-V towing capacity tops out at 1,500 pounds–and that’s true across the entire range of gas-powered trim levels. The Honda CR-V Hybrid, on the other hand, isn’t rated for towing. 

Although this won’t be enough power to haul a massive boat or a mobile home, it’s more than enough for any of the following:

• ATVs and jet skis
• Small aluminum fishing boats
• Small teardrop campers
• Small open-walled utility trailers
• And more!

Of course, you won’t always need to hook up a trailer when you need to move large or bulky cargo. You can carry a payload of up to 850 pounds in the massive CR-V cargo area, and you can carry an even more diverse array of equipment with the right accessories.

Is There a Honda CR-V Towing Package?

You don’t need to pay extra for a specialized towing package. All Honda CR-V configurations include the following standard features:

• Trailer hitch harness
• Trailer hitch ball (2-inch or 1⅞-inch)
• Drawbar, clip, and retaining pin

CR-V Safety Features You Can Depend On

Towing isn’t just about raw power. Your experience on the roads of San Francisco and Oakland will also depend on your vehicle’s handling capabilities and safety features. Here, the CR-V leaves nothing to be desired. Each of the following is either standard or available:

• Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™: Like other AWD systems, this Honda technology delivers power to each wheel for a more controlled drive.
• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control: This Honda technology goes to work automatically, improving your grip and traction whenever you’re going around a curve or making a sharp turn.
• Hill Start Assist: If you’ve ever parked your trailer on the side of the road, you may be familiar with the heart-stopping experience of roll-back! Hill Start Assist holds the break as you move your foot to the gas pedal.
• Brake Assist: Accessing the full force of your vehicle’s brakes only becomes more important when you’re towing a trailer. Brake Assist detects emergency situations and delivers superior braking performance.

Learn More About the Honda CR-V Towing Capacity in Person!

If you’re located near %%target_city_!%% or Hayword, schedule a test drive at Victory Honda of San Bruno to see the new Honda CR-V in person. Although we won’t be able to hook up a trailer on your test drive, we can definitely help you learn more about proper towing conventions and limits while you’re here!