Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity (2008 - 2014)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Overview

The Dodge Avenger towing capacity ranges between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2014 Dodge Avenger has a minimum towing capacity of 1,000 lbs, while the 2009 Dodge Avenger has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Dodge Avenger.

Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2014R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 24V VVTFWD / 6 Spd Auto (62Te)283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2014SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVTFWD / 4 Spd Auto Vlp173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2014SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVTFWD / 4 Spd Auto Vlp173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2013R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2013SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2013SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2012SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2012SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2012R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2011Express1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2011Lux1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2011Mainstreet1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2010Express1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2010R/T1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2010SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2009R/T1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2009SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2009SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2008SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto172 HP / 165 ft/lbs
2008SXT2,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto172 HP / 165 ft/lbs
2008R/T2,000 lbs3.5L V6 MPI 24-Valve HOFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick235 HP / 232 ft/lbs
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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.

2014 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 24V VVTFWD / 6 Spd Auto (62Te)283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVTFWD / 4 Spd Auto Vlp173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVTFWD / 4 Spd Auto Vlp173 HP / 166 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.

2013 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs

2012 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
SXT Plus1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs
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2011 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Express1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
Lux1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
Mainstreet1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
Heat1,000 lbs3.6L V6 VVT FLEX-FUEL 24-ValveFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick283 HP / 260 ft/lbs

2010 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

The 2010 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2010 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Express1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T 2.71,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T 3.51,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs

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2009 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2009 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs.

2009 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
R/T1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
SXT1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T 2.71,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
R/T 3.52,000 lbs3.5L V6 MPI 24-Valve HOFWD / 6 Spd Auto235 HP / 232 ft/lbs

2008 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2008 Dodge Avenger towing capacity is between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs.

2008 Dodge Avenger Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
SE1,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto172 HP / 165 ft/lbs
SXT2,000 lbs2.4L I4 DOHC Dual VVT 16-ValveFWD / 4 Spd Auto172 HP / 165 ft/lbs
R/T2,000 lbs3.5L V6 MPI 24-Valve HOFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick235 HP / 232 ft/lbs
R/T2,000 lbs3.5L V6 MPI 24-Valve HOAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Autostick235 HP / 232 ft/lbs

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