2021 Honda CR-V Towing Capacity
The 2021 Honda CR-V tows up to 1,500 lb.
5 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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1,500lb trailer
LX, In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc, 5.64 axle
- GCWR
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- Axle
- 5.64
- Hitch
- Class I
Every 2021 CR-V configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc | not stated | 5.64 | — | 1,5002021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:LX · 16 Sep 2026 | Class I |
| Special Edition | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc | not stated | 5.64 | — | 1,5002021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:Special Edition · 16 Sep 2026 | Class I |
| EX | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc | not stated | 5.64 | — | 1,5002021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:EX · 16 Sep 2026 | Class I |
| EX-L | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc | not stated | 5.64 | — | 1,5002021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:EX-L · 16 Sep 2026 | Class I |
| Touring | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc | not stated | 5.64 | — | 1,5002021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:Touring · 16 Sep 2026 | Class I |
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Can the 2021 Honda CR-V tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2021 Honda CR-V
What to fit, in order · sized to its 1,500 lb rating
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Class I receiver hitchEssential
2021 Honda CR-V is rated to 1,500 lb, which falls in Class I (up to 2,000 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.
Frequently asked
- How much can a 2021 Honda CR-V tow?
- The 2021 Honda CR-V tows up to 1,500 lb when equipped as LX, In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc, 5.64 axle (2021 Honda CR-V Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:LX, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2021 CR-V configuration?
- 1,500 lb for the Touring, In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger 1498 cc cc, 5.64 axle. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
- Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
- Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.