Honda Civic towing capacity by year

The Honda Civic can tow up to 1,000 lb when properly equipped (2008, 2009, 2010 and later). Ratings depend on engine, axle ratio, body, and towing equipment; the table shows each year's highest and lowest rating.

YearMax towingLowest ratingConfiguration for maxConfigurations
2005Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer1
2006Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer2
2007Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer2
20081,000 lb1,000 lbSedan2
20091,000 lb1,000 lbSedan2
20101,000 lb1,000 lbSedan2
20111,000 lb1,000 lbSedan2
20121,000 lb1,000 lbSedan except HF2
20141,000 lb1,000 lbSedan except HF2
2017Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer3
2018Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer3
2019Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer3
2020Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer3
2021Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer2
2022Not rated—not designed to tow a trailer2

No sourced value yet for 2013, 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026. We leave gaps blank rather than guess.

Each year links to its full spec page, which lists every configuration with the source document and page. Towing capacity explained: trailer, tongue weight, GCWR.

Frequently asked questions

How much can a 2014 Honda Civic tow?

Up to 1,000 lb in its best-equipped configuration, according to the cited sources. The lowest listed rating that year is 1,000 lb.

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