Can An Acura RLX Tow A Trailer

Can An Acura RLX Tow A Trailer? Acura RLX Towing Capacity

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If you own or are considering an Acura RLX and you’re looking to pull your rig, you’re probably wondering: can an Acura RLX tow a trailer?

Yes, an Acura RLX can tow a trailer or camper up to 1,000 pounds.

There are additional factors you’ll need to consider when towing a trailer with an Acura RLX which we’ll cover below.

Towing A Camper With An Acura RLX

So, can an Acura RLX tow a trailer? Yes: the Acura RLX towing capacity is 1,000 pounds, so as long as your trailer, camper, toy hauler, travel trailer, or pop-up camper is under 1,000 lbs your Acura RLX can successfully tow it.

Now we need to explore the additional factors you’ll need to keep in mind when towing a trailer with your Acura RLX.

Acura RLX Towing Capacity
How much can an Acura RLX tow is up to 1,000 pounds.

Acura RLX Tow Package

Does The Acura RLX Come With A Tow Package?

The Acura RLX does not automatically come with a tow package included, so you’ll need to add one yourself or have one installed professionally.

Acura RLX Trailer Towing: What Do I Need?

At minimum you’ll need a trailer hitch and wiring harness to tow your camper behind your Acura RLX.

Do I Need A Brake Controller To Pull A Camper With An Acura RLX?

If your travel trailer or camper has electronic brakes then you’ll also need a brake controller to send a signal from your vehicle to the brakes on your trailer.

Most states have laws stating that any trailer over 3,000 pounds must have a brake controller, but check with your state for specifics.

You should not need a brake controller because the Acura RLX can only tow up to 1,000 pounds.

Acura RLX Towing Package Cost

Acura RLX Trailer Hitch & Wiring Harness Cost

Acura RLX trailer hitches run between $200-$350.

An Acura RLX trailer hitch wiring harness runs between $25-$60.

Acura RLX Trailer Hitch Installation Cost

Expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed on your Acura RLX (including the hitch and wiring harness).

Acura RLX Brake Controller Cost

Acura RLX brake controllers cost between $100-200 for the part, and up to $250 for the installation of the brake controller.

Can You Put A Trailer Hitch On An Acura RLX? Acura RLX Tow Package Installation

If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.

Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.

What Else Will I Need To Pull A Trailer With My Acura RLX?

Depending on what trailer or camper you’ll be pulling with your Acura RLX, you may opt for a suspension enhancement kit to reduce rear-end sag and to improve your ride quality and stability.

Additionally, if your trailer or camper has electric brakes then you’ll need a 7-way connector and brake controller kit.

What Can Acura RLX Tow?

Trailer Camper That An Acura RLX Can Tow
The Acura RLX can tow a camper up to 1,000 pounds.

Your Acura RLX can pull a trailer, camper, trailer, travel trailer, toy hauler, or pop-up camper under 1,000 pounds which is going to be most ultra lightweight campers.

The Acura RLX can safely tow the following travel trailer and camper models under 1,000 lbs:

  • Taylor Coach 8’ Lil El
  • Riverside Retro
  • Avan Weekender
  • SoCal Buzz
  • ProLite Suite

This is by no means a full list, but the above are some popular examples of trailers and campers that can be towed by an Acura RLX.

When determining what travel trailers you can pull behind your Acura RLX, you’ll want to know the following specs:

  • UVM (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) aka Dry Weight: This is the weight of a trailer as it’s manufactured at the factory.  This figure includes all the weight including the axles and hitch of your trailer or camper.
  • Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC): This is the maximum weight of your personal belongings that can be added.  This is the GVWR minus the UVM, full fresh water tank weight, and full LP (liquid propane) gas weight.  In other words, CCC = GWVR – (UVM + water + gas).
  • Tongue Weight aka Hitch Weight: This is the amount of weight that’s pressing down on your vehicle’s hitch or 5th wheel connection when your travel trailer or camper is fully loaded for travel.

The most important factor to look for is the dry weight or UVM of your travel trailer or camper and making sure it’s below 1,000 lbs so your Acura RLX can safely tow it.

Understand that if it’s close to that number, you must also factor in any additional weight added to your trailer via cargo, water, or propane tanks and make sure the total does not exceed 1,000 pounds. 

Acura RLX Towing Capacity

So, how much can an Acura RLX tow?

The Acura RLX towing capacity is 1,000 pounds.

  • Acura RLX Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs
  • Acura RLX GVWR: 5,025 lbs

You’ll want to pay attention to the following specs to make sure your Acura RLX can tow your camper or travel trailer:

  • CGWR (Combined Gross Weight Rating): This is the max allowable weight including your vehicle, cargo, passengers, and the trailer.
  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): This is the maximum weight capacity of your vehicle including the vehicle itself, passengers, and cargo without a trailer or camper attached.  Exceeding either or both of the Acura RLX GVWR or Acura RLX towing capacity can damage the vehicle.

Can An Acura RLX Tow A Camper? Wrapping Things Up

Hopefully this guide helped you to understand that yes, you can tow a camper with an Acura RLX as long as you pay close attention to the total weight (the camper or travel trailer must be under 1,000 pounds).

Most Acura RLX models don’t come with a towing package installed, so you’ll need to add one to the vehicle. Once complete, you’re ready to hit the road and get camping!

What hitch and wiring harness did you choose for your Acura RLX, and what camper or trailer are you towing with it? How did the hitch installation go?  Let your fellow campers know in the comments below.

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