How much can the Honda Ridgeline tow for Panama City drivers?
A Honda Ridgeline tows up to 5,000 pounds when it is an all-wheel-drive model with the right towing equipment. Group 1 Honda Panama City, the only Honda franchise in Panama City, sells the Ridgeline new and can set a Bay County driver up for their boat, utility trailer or camper.
Each Ridgeline trim listed here carries the same 5,000 pound rating, so the trim changes the price and the payload more than the tow number. The rest of the question is arithmetic. The loaded trailer has to stay under the rating, and the people and gear in the truck count against the payload.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Panama City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Can the Honda Ridgeline tow my boat or camper in Panama City?
Yes, if the loaded trailer weighs less than the Ridgeline’s 5,000 pound rating and the truck is an all-wheel-drive model. The Sport, RTL, TrailSport and Black Edition are each rated at 5,000 pounds, so a boat, a jet ski trailer, a utility trailer or a light camper fits as long as its loaded weight stays under that line. The number that counts is the loaded weight, meaning the trailer plus everything it carries. Weigh the boat or camper as you will tow it before you hitch up, and compare that figure with the rating rather than with the trailer’s empty weight.
What is the Ridgeline’s tow rating on each trim?
Honda’s 2026 specifications give the Ridgeline a maximum tow rating of 5,000 pounds on the Sport, RTL, TrailSport and Black Edition. The rating stays the same across those trims, so the choice between them comes down to equipment and price. Honda’s starting manufacturer’s suggested retail prices run from $40,795 for the Sport to $43,595 for the RTL, $45,995 for the TrailSport, $47,195 for the TrailSport with HPD Wheels, $47,395 for the Black Edition and $47,895 for the Black Edition Two-Tone. Group 1 Honda Panama City sells the Ridgeline new, so a Bay County buyer can start with the trim that matches the trailer and the budget.
What engine and power does the Ridgeline use for towing?
The Ridgeline pulls with a 3.5-liter V6 rated at 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Honda lists those figures for the Sport, RTL, TrailSport and Black Edition, with the horsepower peaking at 6,000 rpm and the torque at 4,700 rpm. Torque is the figure that matters most when a loaded trailer is pulling away from rest. Horsepower tells you how the truck feels at speed, but the torque number tells you how it starts a heavy load.
How does payload limit what a Ridgeline can tow?
Payload is the weight the truck can carry itself, and it is often the limit that a towing setup runs into first. Honda lists a maximum payload of 1,583 pounds for the Sport and 1,509 pounds for the Black Edition. Payload includes passengers and the tongue weight a trailer puts on the hitch. To check a setup, add the tongue weight to the people and gear in the cab and bed, then subtract that total from the payload figure for your trim. What is left is your margin. Real-world capacity can drop when several passengers or heavy cargo ride in the truck, so a full cab leaves less room for a trailer than an empty one.
Can a Ridgeline pull a boat trailer, jet skis or a camper?
Yes, within the 5,000 pound rating. A boat trailer, a jet ski trailer or a camper qualifies when its loaded weight stays under 5,000 pounds, and each Ridgeline trim listed above carries that rating. Loaded weight includes the boat or jet skis, the fuel, water and gear on board, and the trailer itself. Two trailers that look similar can carry very different loads, so the loaded figure for the specific boat or camper is the one to compare with the rating. Take that number to the store before you buy, so the trim you choose matches the trailer you own.
Does the Ridgeline need a weight-distribution hitch?
A weight-distribution hitch is a question to settle with the owner’s manual before the first tow rather than an accessory to add by guess. Read the hitch section of the manual for your model year, and bring the trailer’s tongue weight and loaded weight with you when you check the setup. A hitch that does not match the truck’s rules can cost you the margin the 5,000 pound rating gives you.
Where can Panama City drivers buy and equip a Ridgeline?
Group 1 Honda Panama City holds a 4.6-star Google rating across 3,412 reviews, and buyers can also purchase online through AcceleRide and have the truck delivered. The store is at 3601 E 15th St, Panama City, FL 32404, and sells new Honda vehicles, including the Ridgeline. The store’s home delivery ships cars out of state and brings new or pre-owned vehicles to the buyer’s driveway.
How Group 1 Honda Panama City sells a Ridgeline online through AcceleRide, with delivery
A Panama City driver who has settled on the Ridgeline’s 5,000 pound rating still has to get the right truck to the driveway. Group 1 Honda Panama City sells the Ridgeline new, and buyers can buy in store or online through AcceleRide, with delivery available. Customers rate us 4.6 stars across 3,412 Google reviews, and 83 in 100 of those reviews are five-star. Jennie R. described a lease in a July 2026 Google review: “I leased my CRV with Matthew Tomasello and it was a great experience. … I highly recommend Matthew!” Jennie R.’s visit was a lease on a CR-V, not a Ridgeline, but it shows what one buyer found in the sales process. We offer a secure online finance application, so a buyer can start the paperwork before the truck is in hand.
Group 1 Honda Panama City can match the Ridgeline’s 5,000 pound rating to the trailer you plan to pull. Start with the loaded weight of the boat or camper, then bring that number to the store.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a Honda Ridgeline tow 5,000 pounds in Panama City?
Yes, when the truck is an all-wheel-drive Ridgeline with the right towing equipment and the loaded trailer weighs 5,000 pounds or less. Honda rates the Sport, RTL, TrailSport and Black Edition at 5,000 pounds. The rating does not change because the truck is driven in Panama City.
Does the Honda Ridgeline need all-wheel drive to reach its full tow rating?
The 5,000 pound rating is written for the all-wheel-drive setup, so confirm the drive system on any truck before you rely on that figure. Honda’s EPA records for the 2026 Ridgeline list all-wheel drive for the trims it covers. Check the drive system on the truck you are considering before you tow with it.
How much does a Honda Ridgeline cost to start?
The Ridgeline Sport starts at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $40,795, the lowest-priced trim. The RTL starts at $43,595 and the TrailSport at $45,995. The Black Edition starts at $47,395.
Do passengers and gear reduce how much a Ridgeline can tow?
Yes. Real-world capacity can fall when several passengers or heavy cargo ride in the cab and bed. Payload includes passengers and trailer tongue weight, so the Sport’s 1,583 pound payload and the Black Edition’s 1,509 pound payload shrink as the cab fills.
Can I buy a Ridgeline online and have it delivered to Panama City?
Yes. The store’s home delivery brings new or pre-owned vehicles to the buyer’s driveway, and it also ships cars out of state.
Can a Honda Ridgeline really tow 5000 lbs?
Yes, when it is an all-wheel-drive Ridgeline with the right towing equipment and the loaded trailer stays at or under 5,000 pounds. The Sport, RTL, TrailSport and Black Edition each carry that rating, and a 3.5-liter V6 with 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque does the pulling. One caveat: the tongue weight and the people and gear in the truck count against payload, so weigh the loaded trailer first. Then bring that number to Group 1 Honda Panama City at 3601 E 15th St to match it to a trim.
Group 1 Honda Panama City answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Panama City showroom, or call (850) 763-5495.
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