2020 Honda Ridgeline Towing Capacity
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline tows up to 5,000 lb. The exact figure depends on engine, cab, drive and axle ratio; the lowest-rated setup tows 3,500 lb.
4 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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5,000lb trailer
RTL-E, as specified for trim, 2WD
- GCWR
- 9,986
- Axle
- —
- Hitch
- Class III
Every 2020 Ridgeline configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Payload (lb) | GVWR (lb) | GCWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTL-E | as specified for trim | 2WD | — | 5,0002020 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:RTL-E · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,499 | 6,019 | 9,986 | Class III |
| Black Edition | as specified for trim | 2WD | — | 5,0002020 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:Black Edition · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,499 | 6,019 | 9,986 | Class III |
| Sport | as specified for trim | 2WD | — | 3,5002020 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:Sport · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,465 | 5,710 | 8,201 | Class II |
| RTL | as specified for trim | 2WD | — | 3,5002020 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:RTL · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,452 | 5,710 | 8,201 | Class II |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2020 Honda Ridgeline 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 2020 Honda Ridgeline
What to fit, in order · sized to its 5,000 lb rating
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Class III receiver hitchEssential
2020 Honda Ridgeline is rated to 5,000 lb, which falls in Class III (up to 8,000 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.
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Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
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Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers
Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.
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Tow mirrorsWide trailers
Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2020 Honda Ridgeline tow?
- The 2020 Honda Ridgeline tows up to 5,000 lb when equipped as RTL-E, as specified for trim, 2WD (2020 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Honda newsroom), #specifications:RTL-E, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2020 Ridgeline configuration?
- 3,500 lb for the RTL, as specified for trim, 2WD. 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.