What is the 2020 Honda Passport Towing Capacity?

March 16th, 2020 by

2020 Passport towing a trailer on a dirt road
No matter if you’re in need of a Honda SUV that can help you take on tough tasks on Redmond job sites, or want to hit Woodinville roads with your trailer hitched up to your favorite getaway spot, the 2020 Honda Passport’s towing capacity enables you to do it all with ease. This sleek and powerful Honda crossover packs impressive specs under the hood to make handling heavy equipment a breeze. Are you ready to keep moving and getting things done with the stellar Honda Passport? Then strap in and let’s get started!

2020 Passport Towing Capabilities and Performance Specs

The incredible towing capacity of the 2020 Passport is due in large part to the standard 3.5L V6 engine and nine-speed automatic transmission, which is found on all four Passport trim levels. This engine configuration and transmission combo generates 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. While you can opt for 2WD or the available Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD System for the Sport, EX-L, and Touring options, the Passport Elite only offers drivers AWD capabilities.

Here’s a breakdown of the new Passport’s towing capability by trim level:

  • Honda Passport Sport, EX-L, and Touring 2WD with 9-speed automatic transmission: 3,500-pound towing capacity
  • Honda Passport Sport, EX-L, and Touring AWD with 9-speed automatic transmission: 5,000-pound towing capacity
  • Honda Passport Elite AWD with 9-speed automatic transmission: 5,000-pound towing capacity

2020 Honda Passport in the dark

Towing Support and Safety Features


To balance the Passport’s impressive towing power, this Honda crossover comes equipped with plenty of safety features to ensure a secure and seamless towing experience. Such features include:

  • Intelligent Traction Management
  • Eco Assist™ System
  • Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®)
  • Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM)
  • Hill Start Assist
  • Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
  • Brake Assist
  • And much more!

Learn More About 2020 Passport’s Towing Abilities at Honda of Kirkland

As you can see, the 2020 Passport’s towing capacity provides all the versatility you’ll need around Seattle. Want to learn more about the Passport or find one that meets your driving needs and standards? Check out our Passport inventory, compare it to competitors like the 2020 Toyota Highlander, and check out our other Honda crossovers and SUV for sale near Lynnwood. You can even get the car financing or leasing process started from the comfort of your home with our online finance resources. Contact us today for more information!

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