TRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATION
The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct
trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industr y Standards
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lb (907 kg)
Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lb (1,587 kg)
Class III - Heavy Duty 6,000 lb (2,721 kg)
Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty 10,000 lb (4,535 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Model Trailer Tow Package GCWR Frontal Area Maximum GTW Maximum Trailer TW
Touring L FWD Yes (Road Tripper) 8,600 lb (3,900 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3,600 lb (1,632 kg) 360 lb (163 kg)
Touring L AWD Yes (Road Tripper) 8,600 lb (3,900 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3,550 lb (1,610 kg) 360 lb (163 kg)
Limited FWD/AWD Yes 8,600 lb (3,900 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3,600 lb (1,632 kg) 360 lb (163 kg)
Pinnacle FWD Yes 8,600 lb (3,900 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3,550 lb (1,610 kg) 360 lb (163 kg)
Pinnacle AWD Yes 8,600 lb (3,900 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3,600 lb (1,632 kg) 360 lb (163 kg)
Vehicles using an aftermar-
ket trailer hitch
No 6,500 lb (2,948 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 1,200 lb (680 kg) 149 lb (67 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE:
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The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire And Load-
ing Information Placard.
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Trailer towing is not permitted with the hybrid vehicle.
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