2026 Honda Pilot towing capacity
Updated 2026-09-29 · Source: Honda Newsroom, 2026 Honda Pilot Specifications & Features
The 2026 Honda Pilot tows up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped. For this model year, ratings range from 3,500 lb to 5,000 lb by trim, cab, engine and tow package.Honda does not publish payload in this document; check the placard on the driver's door pillar.
- Max towing
- 5,000lb
- Max payload
- n/a
- GVWR
- n/a
- Curb weight
- 4,334 to 4,722lb
Towing capacity by configuration
Bars are the manufacturer's rating for each published configuration; the darkest bar is the maximum.
| Configuration | Engine | Towing | Payload | GVWR | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX-L · 2WD | 3.5L V6 | 3,500 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,334 |
| Sport · 2WD | 3.5L V6 | 3,500 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,336 |
| Black Edition · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,678 |
| EX-L · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,528 |
| Elite · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,678 |
| Sport · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,513 |
| Touring · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,658 |
| TrailSport · AWD | 3.5L V6 | 5,000 | n/a | n/a | curb 4,722 |
Check a trailer against this Pilot
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What changed from 2025
Of 8 configurations, 8 keep their 2025 rating; 1 from 2025 is no longer listed. The maximum is 5,000 lb, the same as in 2025. 2025 Honda Pilot towing capacity.
| Configuration | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Touring · 2WD, 3.5L V6 | 3,500 | not listed |
How to read these numbers
Towing capacity assumes a lightly loaded truck. Passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight all count against payload, which usually runs out first.
Full explanations: GVWR vs GCWR vs payload and how tongue weight eats payload.
Source: Honda Newsroom, 2026 Honda Pilot Specifications & Features. Confirm your vehicle's ratings on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a 2026 Honda Pilot tow?
Up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped. The lowest-rated configuration listed (EX-L, 3.5L V6, 2WD) is rated at 3,500 lb, and the highest (Black Edition, 3.5L V6, AWD) at 5,000 lb.
What is the payload capacity of a 2026 Honda Pilot?
Honda does not publish payload in the document we used; the figure for your exact vehicle is on the tire and loading placard on the driver's door pillar. Payload includes passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight, so it is usually the limit you reach first. The Honda document we used does not list GVWR; yours is on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Does the 2026 Honda Pilot need a tow package to reach its maximum rating?
Honda: Maximum towing capacity for AWD trims is 5,000 lbs. Maximum towing capacity for 2WD trims is 3,500 lbs. Towing requires accessory towing equipment. Configurations without the package carry a lower rating; see the note column in the table above.
Can a 2026 Honda Pilot tow a travel trailer?
A configuration rated at 5,000 lb can handle a trailer with a loaded weight of roughly 4,000 lb while keeping a 20% safety margin, provided passengers, cargo and tongue weight stay within the payload on your door-pillar placard. Run your exact numbers in the towing calculator.