Towing planning

Estimate a safe trailer weight.

Enter your vehicle's manufacturer tow rating and payload rating, then add passengers, cargo, and hitch equipment. Payload frequently limits towing before the advertised tow rating does.

Manufacturer tow rating — 7,500 lbsPayload rating (door jamb sticker) — 1,600 lbsPassengers (including driver) — 450 lbsCargo in the vehicle — 250 lbsHitch equipment (receiver, ball mount, ball) — 80 lbsTongue weight percentage of trailer — 12%

6,833 lbs estimated safe trailer weight

Limited by your payload. Estimated tongue weight at that trailer weight: 820 lbs.

Payload used: 780 lbs
Payload remaining for tongue weight: 820 lbs
Tow rating: 7,500 lbs

Educational estimate only. Always verify towing capacity, payload, axle ratings, and hitch ratings for your exact VIN using the manufacturer's published specifications.

Read the towing basics guide