What is the 2021 Honda Pilot Towing Capacity?

Bismarck drivers: watch out! There’s a new SUV in town and it’s one you don’t want to miss out on. It’s the new Honda Pilot. Why would you choose the Honda Pilot over the competition? Well, aside from niceties like Honda Sensing coming standard and three rows of seating providing plenty of room for the whole family to join in on adventures to Devils Lake and beyond, the new 2021 Honda Pilot also boasts an impressive 5,000-pound towing capacity. Read on below to learn more!

How Much Can a Honda Pilot Tow?

The Honda Pilot towing capacity maxes out at 5,000 pounds for the 2021 model year. That’s about as much as these things:

• An adult black rhinoceros
• A large meteor
• A loaded one-axle cargo trailer
• A small to medium-sized powerboat
• …And more!

How Much Can a Honda Pilot Can Tow by Trim?

As we mentioned above, the Honda Pilot towing capacity maxes out at 5,000 pounds. It stands to reason, then, that some Pilot trims can tow less. Thankfully, even base trims with 2WD can still tow a hefty 3,500 pounds! Even better, if you upgrade to AWD in any trim, that should bump the towing capacity up to the maximum. Learn more below:

• The Honda Pilot LX, EX, EX-L, Special Edition, and Touring trim levels feature a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds with standard 2WD and a maximum towing capacity to 5,000 pounds when you upgrade to the available Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD System.
• The Pilot Black Edition only comes with AWD so you can make the most of the lineup’s stellar 5,000-pound towing capacity.

What’s more, Minot-area drivers like you can also count on a payload capacity of between 1,420 to 1,625 pounds so you can haul to your heart’s content around Dickinson and Bottineau.

2021 Honda Pilot Performance

Not only is the new Honda Pilot a capable SUV for your various towing needs, but it’s also a strong performer, thanks in large part to a standard 3.5L V6 engine and 9-speed automatic transmission. Making up to 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, the Honda Pilot powertrain ensures you have more fun and get where you need to go safely. Of course, a 19.5-gallon fuel tank capacity also helps with that.

2021 Honda Pilot Towing & Safety Features

There are plenty of towing-enhancing features that, while not directly related to the Honda Pilot towing capacity, numerically speaking, definitely help make towing in a Honda Pilot qualitatively more appealing. Here are just some of these Honda Pilot towing-enhancing features:

• Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD System: Not only does opting for this driveline system unlock the maximum Honda Pilot towing capacity, but it also helps the Pilot tackle nearly any kind of terrain or weather conditions by increasing traction and sending power to all four wheels vs. just two in FWD-equipped Pilot models.
• Eco Assist System: This system will let you know how much fuel you’re using on the whole to help you improve overall efficiency when braking or accelerating.
• Hill Start Assist: Sensors detect when you’re on a hill and notify the Hill Start Assist system to apply the brakes as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the gas pedal. This helps you move uphill or downhill more safely and easily.
• HondaLink: Stay connected to your Honda model’s fuel range, service schedule, and more, even when you’re not inside or close to your vehicle.
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines: Use the handy rearview camera to fit into parking spaces you might not otherwise have the confidence to slide into.

Take on Minot Streets with the New Honda Pilot!

Now that you know the definitive answer to the question “How much can a Honda Pilot tow?” we invite you to get in touch with us with other Honda-related questions by calling 701-852-1111. Meanwhile, as you contemplate how you’ll pay for your next Honda Pilot and whether you’d prefer to lease or buy, remember that our vehicle trade-in tool makes it simple to see how much cash you could be sitting on in your current vehicle.