2023 Honda Pilot AWD with available Towing Package (TrailSport/Elite trims)
⚠ Pending verification
No OEM towing guide could be cleanly scraped for this vehicle — these figures were generated by the model and are pending confirmation against the OEM guide.
Source: Model estimate (no OEM guide scraped) — Maximum Load Limit | PILOT 2023 - honda tech info · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
5,000
lbs / 2,268 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
Max 5000 lbs requires AWD models equipped with the factory Transmission Cooler / Towing Package. FWD models are limited to 3500 lbs.
⚠ Important
Payload and GCWR vary by trim and equipment; verify against the specific VIN door-jamb label and owner's manual. AWD without the towing package may be limited to 3500 lbs. All-new-generation 2023 Pilot; specs differ from prior generation.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 5,000 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2023 Honda Pilot carries a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2023 Honda Pilots on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
Related tow ratings
2023 Honda Pilot towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 Honda Pilot?
A properly equipped 2023 Honda Pilot is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2023 Honda Pilot need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 Honda Pilot typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2023 Honda Pilot?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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