How Much Can a 2015 Honda CR-V Tow and What Is Needed
Updated 08/11/2025 | Published 08/11/2020
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I have a 2015 Honda CR-V . I bought a 2021 sunray classic 109 travel trailer will I be able to tow this trailer I think dry weight is 1055 lbs
asked by: Russell
Expert Reply:
In order to tow a trailer with a 2015 Honda CR-V you will need a trailer hitch, trailer wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. I will attach my recommendation for each of these below.
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56158
etrailer Ball Mount Kit part # 989900
In regards to capability, if the towing capacity of the vehicle (check owner's manual) exceeds the loaded weight of the trailer you'll be good to go. It looks like for a 2015 Honda CR-V it is rated at 1,500 lbs.
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Rilli
8/9/2025
Hi Conner, In regards to towing with a Honda CR-V, does this mean the SUV can tow 1500 lbs but that also includes the vehicle and it’s passengers? If my trailer weighs 300 lbs, and it’s just me driving, nothing else in the car, I can put 1100-1200 lbs in the trailer or is it 1500 plus 850 lbs payload capacity? I want to be safe but I’m not exactly sure when it says total towing is 1500 and payload is 850. Is it 1500 but subtracting 850 for payload? Or the SUV can take 850 plus 1500?