Acura RDX Towing Capacity (2011 - 2018)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Acura RDX Towing Capacity Overview

The Acura RDX towing capacity of 1,500 lbs across all years and trims.

Various factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain do not significantly affect the towing capacity of the Acura RDX.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Acura RDX.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Acura RDX Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
20181,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2018Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2018Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
20181,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
20171,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2017Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2017Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
20161,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2016Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2016Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
20151,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
20151,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
2015Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
20141,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
20141,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
2014Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
20121,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
20121,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2012Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
20111,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
20111,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2011Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Acura RDX
Acura RDX

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

Acura RDX Towing Capacity: Jump To Model Year

2010's

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2018 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.
2017 Acura RDX
2017 Acura RDX

2017 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2016 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Advance1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD279 HP / 252 ft/lbs
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2015 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs

2014 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD273 HP / 251 ft/lbs

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2012 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto240 HP / 260 ft/lbs

2011 Acura RDX Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Acura RDX towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Acura RDX Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Technology1,500 lbs2.3L I4AWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs

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