How Much Can a 2015 Honda CR-V Tow and What Is Needed

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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

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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.

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98868
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.

expert reply by: Conner L

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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?

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Jesse M.

8/11/2025

@Rilli The 1,500 lb towing capacity would not include the weight or the vehicle and its passengers. The towing capacity refers to the total weight of the trailer only. You might be overthinking it a bit haha but a 300 lb trailer will be no problem if your towing capacity is 1,500 lbs.

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Rikki

8/11/2025

@JesseM Hi Jesse, thank you for replying. What does the “payload capacity” mean then in relation to overall towing. I’ve tried googling it but it doesn’t seem very clear to me because it starts talking about the weight/ cargo inside the vehicle itself. Sorry- not an auto-girl, Rikki

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Jesse M.

8/11/2025

@Rikki the 850 lb payload capacity would be separate from the towing capacity. Towing capacity refers just to the total trailer weight. Payload capacity would be the total weight of passengers and cargo. They are separate you do not subtract one from the other.

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Answer 1

A 4-pole wiring harness like Curt #C56158 or Tekonsha #118561 can simply be pulled from the back of the vehicle when you need it for towing a trailer. The wiring will be safe with the hatch closed on it (as long as you avoid the latch mechanism)…

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Answer 2

Typically when we see this issue with trailer wiring installs it's that the wrong connectors were found on the vehicle and the solution is to look further on the vehicle. The best help I can provide is to check out the install video I attached…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 5

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 6

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 7

Thanks for the picture! I checked with Progressive Dynamics the replacement power converter you need for your Parallax Series 7300 Model 7345 is the Replacement Converter for Parallax/Magnetek or WFCO RV Power Centers - 45 Amp item #PD4645V.

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 10

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 11

Hi Stephanie! Great question and you’re totally right to ask, because most hitches for the 2024 RAV4 do require a bit of bumper trimming. That includes the Oris Detachable Hitch #TS66VR, since it uses a hidden design that needs a hole cut in the…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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