What is the 2021 Honda Pilot Towing Capacity?

The 2021 Honda Pilot towing capacity ranges from 3,500 to 5,000 pounds, proving it to be strong enough to go from work to weekend in Chicago. What’s more, the Pilot includes features that complement its towing capabilities. If you want a three-row SUV that can haul your family boat or camper, discover more about the new Honda Pilot towing capacity with Valley Honda!

How Much Can a Honda Pilot Tow?

The answer to the question, “How much can a Honda Pilot tow,” depends on the model you choose. Your options include:

• Pilot LX, EX, EX-L, Special Edition, and Touring: Towing capacity of 3,500 pounds with standard 2WD; Maximum towing capacity to 5,000 pounds when you upgrade to the available Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD System.
• Pilot Black Edition: Only comes with AWD and features a 5,000-pound towing capacity.

Along with this impressive range of towing specs, the Honda Pilot has an equally robust payload capacity of 1,420 to 1,625 pounds and ample cargo space for even more support.

Honda Pilot Performance Specs

Complementing the Honda Pilot towing capacity and payload is a list of brawny performance specs, such as:

• Standard 3.5L V6 engine
• 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque
• 19.5-gallon fuel tank capacity
• 9-speed automatic transmission
• Impressive fuel economy

Towing and Safety Features

Ensuring the Pilot can provide top-notch performance while hauling a heavy load from Naperville to Oswego are performance and safety features like:

• HondaLink: View your Honda model’s fuel range, service schedule, and more from your phone.
• Eco Assist System: Get alerts on fuel usage to maximize your fuel economy.
• Hill Start Assist: Your Pilot will sense when it’s on a hill and apply brakes when you move your foot from the brake to the gas.
• Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD System: Increases your towing capacity and control.
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines: Makes parallel parking stress-free.

Get Ready for the Long Haul With the Honda Pilot

Thanks to its roomy cargo space, three-rows of seating, and robust towing and payload capabilities, the 2021 Honda Pilot is ready for any adventure in Aurora and beyond. Explore the new Pilot for sale at Valley Honda’s showroom to learn more! In the meantime, feel free to contact us with any questions, or explore other Honda SUV towing capacities.