Towing

[Carl]

I have a new CR-V which has a towing-weight spec of 1500 pounds. I am considering a lightweight Scamp travel trailer that weighs about that much.

If anybody has experience towing anything with a CR-V, I will appreciate your comments and advice.

Thanks,
Carl

 

[Dave Dodson]

Carl,
I would suggest that you are attacking the wrong problem. No doubt your CR-V will pull the trailer but the prime consideration, IMHO, is can your CR-V stop the combination safely and within a reasonable distance. Also, consider the tongue weight of the trailer and the max hitch weight of your vehicle.

Dave D

 

[Bob]

If you have your manual, I would consider reading it to get accurate information.