Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the towing guidelines. An accessory front towing grille is required whenever a trailer is towed. You can get the accessory grille at a dealer. See the Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or visit owners.acura.com for more information.
Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in or on it shown in the table below.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously affect vehicle handling and performance and can damage the engine and drivetrain.
| Total load | Number of occupants | AWD models with ATF cooler | AWD models without ATF cooler | 2WD models |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Towing Load Limits | 2 | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) | 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) | 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) |
| 3 | 4,750 lbs (2,155 kg) | 3,250 lbs (1,474 kg) | 3,250 lbs (1,474 kg) | |
| 4 | 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) | 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg) | 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg) | |
| 5 | 4,250 lbs (1,928 kg) | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) | |
| 6 | 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | |
| 7 | Towing not recommended | |||
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and maximum tongue load.
Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive.
WARNING
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded trailer on the hitch should be approximately:
| Tongue Load | Number of occupants | AWD models | 2WD models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tongue load | 2 | 500 lbs (227 kg) | 350 lbs (159 kg) |
| 3 | 475 lbs (215 kg) | 325 lbs (147 kg) | |
| 4 | 380 lbs (172 kg) | 300 lbs (136 kg) | |
| 5 | 290 lbs (132 kg) | 260 lbs (118 kg) | |
| 6 | 165 lbs (75 kg) | 140 lbs (63 kg) | |
| 7 | Towing not recommended | ||
Excessive tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control. Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway.
You can estimate the tongue load by measuring the trailer hitch height from the ground in the following steps:
| If the difference is | AWD models | 2WD models |
|---|---|---|
| 1 inches (2.5 cm) | 150 lbs (68 kg) | - |
| 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) | 250 lbs (114 kg) | - |
| 2 inches (5.1 cm) | 350 lbs (159 kg) | - |
| 2 3/8 inches (6.0 cm) | 450 lbs (205 kg) | — |
| 2 5/8 inches (6.7 cm) | 500 lbs (227 kg) | — |
If the difference becomes more than indicated in the table, distribute the load or remove cargo as needed.
Check each weight in the order indicated as shown.
Refer to the table below for each weight’s limit except for the tongue load.
| Weight limit for | AWD models | 2WD models |
|---|---|---|
| Front gross axle | 2,811 lbs (1,275 kg) | 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg) |
| Gross vehicle | 5,368 lbs (2,435 kg) | 5,677 lbs (2,575 kg) |
| Rear gross axle | 2,734 lbs (1,240 kg) | 2,965 lbs (1,345 kg) |
| Gross combined | 8,036 lbs (3,645 kg) | 9,833 lbs (4,460 kg) |
