Shop New Nissan SUVs Schedule a Test Drive Value Your Trade Contact Us Quick Navigation: Towing Chart Armada Pathfinder Murano Rogue FAQs Disclaimers Quick Answer The 2026 Nissan Armada is the top-towing Nissan SUV at 8,500 lbs. when properly equipped. The Pathfinder follows at 3,500 lbs. standard and up to 6,000 lbs. when properly equipped, while the Murano and Rogue are each rated at 1,500 lbs. The Nissan Kicks is not rated for towing. 1 Nissan of Warsaw customers love to use their SUVs for everyday driving as well as weekend getaways. Of course, that means towing recreational equipment. Understanding the Nissan Rogue towing capacity and Nissan Murano towing capacity makes it much easier to make an informed decision. So, of the Nissan SUV models, which one tows the most, or which SUV can claim to have the highest Nissan towing capacity? Key Takeaways Armada: 8,500 lbs. on every trim when properly equipped Pathfinder: 3,500 lbs. standard, up to 6,000 lbs. when properly equipped Murano: 1,500 lbs. maximum Rogue: 1,500 lbs. maximum Kicks: not rated for towing Nissan SUV Towing Capacity Chart In the end, the Nissan Armada has the greatest towing capacity, followed by the Nissan Pathfinder, with the Murano and Rogue finishing off the list. The Nissan Kicks is not rated for towing and therefore has no towing capacity. The Nissan towing capacity chart below summarizes all the towing weights. 1 Nissan Model Towing Capacity Nissan Armada 8,500 lbs. Nissan Pathfinder Up to 6,000 lbs. (3,500 lbs. standard) Nissan Murano 1,500 lbs. Nissan Rogue 1,500 lbs. 8,500 lbs. Max Towing 2026 Nissan Armada The 2026 Nissan Armada is a full-size, three-row SUV that seats up to 8 passengers (7 in the NISMO trim). It has the highest towing capacity on our list at 8,500 pounds, and every Armada trim carries that rating when properly equipped. Power comes from a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 and a nine-speed automatic transmission, producing 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. The new Armada NISMO tunes the same engine to 460 horsepower on premium fuel. NISMO-tuned 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 Transmission: Nine-speed automatic. 425 horsepower (460 horsepower on NISMO, premium fuel) 516 lb-ft of torque 8,500-pound maximum towing capacity. 1 To attain this maximum towing capacity, the 2026 Nissan Armada must be equipped with a Class IV tow hitch, seven-pin wiring harness, and an integrated trailer brake controller. The towing-assistance systems include Trailer Backup Assist, Trailer Sway Control, and Trailer Blind Spot Warning. The 3D Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor provides eight views, including a 360-degree bird's-eye view, helping with parking and backing up. What Can the Nissan Armada Tow? At 8,500 pounds, you can tow large travel trailers, two-horse trailers, fishing boats and large recreational boats, and outdoor equipment in addition to things like cargo trailers, ATVs, or even side-by-sides. Large travel trailers Cargo trailers Two-horse trailers Large fishing boats and recreational boats Car trailers carrying a passenger vehicle Utility trailers loaded with ATVs or side-by-sides Up to 6,000 lbs. Towing 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Next up is the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder, a mid-size, three-row SUV that is family-friendly while offering several refined features. Every Pathfinder uses a 3.5-liter V6 and a nine-speed automatic transmission, rated at 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque. The Rock Creek trim is tuned to 295 horsepower and 270 lb-ft on premium fuel. The Pathfinder tows 3,500 pounds as standard. When properly equipped, the Rock Creek and Platinum trims raise that to 6,000 pounds, as do the SV and SL with the Premium package. Rock Creek Edition's 3.5-liter V6 Transmission: Nine-speed automatic. 284 horsepower (295 horsepower on Rock Creek, premium fuel) 259 lb-ft of torque (270 lb-ft on Rock Creek) 3,500-pound standard towing capacity; up to 6,000 pounds when properly equipped 1 To get the most out of the Pathfinder’s trailering performance, use the available Tow Mode with Downhill Speed Control along with Trailer Sway Control. The Rock Creek and Platinum also include a standard transmission oil cooler for towing duty. Ensure you have a standard tow hitch receiver and a seven-pin wiring harness. Trailer-assistance features include Trailer Sway Control, and the HD Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor provides the same eight views as the Nissan Armada. What Can the Nissan Pathfinder Tow? At 6000 pounds, you can expect to tow two smaller travel trailers, pop-up campers, smaller fishing and recreational boats, and utility trailers. Small to midsize travel trailers Pop-up campers Fishing boats and smaller recreational boats Trailers carrying motorcycles or ATVs Small enclosed cargo trailers Utility trailers carrying lawn equipment 1,500 lbs. Max Towing 2026 Nissan Murano The 2026 Nissan Murano is a two-row SUV that comfortably seats 5 passengers. It is powered by a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo four-cylinder and a nine-speed automatic transmission that generates 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque for a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. 2.0-liter VC-Turbo four-cylinder Transmission: Nine-speed automatic. 241 horsepower 260 lb-ft of torque 1,500-pound maximum towing capacity. 1 For the 2026 Nissan Murano, make sure you purchase a Genuine Nissan Class I trailer hitch, ball mount, and wiring harness. The 3D Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor helps with backing up and parking and provides the same great views as the two previous SUVs. 1,500 lbs. Max Towing 2026 Nissan Rogue Last but by no means least is the 2026 Nissan Rogue. To achieve the 1,500-pound maximum towing capacity, the Nissan Rogue must be equipped with the 1.5-liter VC-Turbo Three-Cylinder engine and Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). This powertrain generates 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque for a maximum 1,500-pound towing capacity. 1.5-liter VC-Turbo Three-Cylinder Transmission: Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) 201 horsepower 225 lb-ft of torque 1,500-pound maximum towing capacity. 1 Much like the Nissan Murano, ensure you have a Nissan Class I trailer hitch, ball mount, and wiring harness. What Can the Nissan Murano and Nissan Rogue Tow? With either the Nissan Murano or the Nissan Rogue, you can expect to tow smaller utility trailers or even light camping equipment, bicycles, or kayaks. Small utility trailers Lightweight cargo trailers Single-axle trailers carrying light equipment Small personal watercraft on lightweight trailers Lightweight trailers carrying camping gear Small trailers carrying bicycles or kayaks If you are interested in seeing any of these Nissan SUVs in person or even taking one for a test drive, call our sales team or contact us now. Shop New Nissan SUVs Schedule a Test Drive Nissan SUV Towing FAQs Which Nissan SUV has the highest towing capacity? The 2026 Nissan Armada has the highest towing capacity of any Nissan SUV at 8,500 pounds when properly equipped. The Pathfinder is next at up to 6,000 pounds, followed by the Murano and Rogue at 1,500 pounds each. How much can the 2026 Nissan Armada tow? The 2026 Nissan Armada tows up to 8,500 pounds, and every Armada trim carries that rating when properly equipped. Its 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 makes 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, with 460 horsepower on the NISMO trim using premium fuel. What equipment does the Nissan Armada need to tow 8,500 pounds? To reach its 8,500-pound maximum, the 2026 Nissan Armada must be equipped with a Class IV tow hitch, a seven-pin wiring harness, and an integrated trailer brake controller. What towing-assist features does the 2026 Nissan Armada have? The Armada includes Trailer Backup Assist, Trailer Sway Control, and Trailer Blind Spot Warning. Its 3D Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor provides eight views, including a 360-degree bird's-eye view, to help with parking and backing up. How much can the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder tow? The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder tows 3,500 pounds as standard. When properly equipped, the Rock Creek and Platinum trims tow up to 6,000 pounds, as do the SV and SL with the Premium package. What do I need to tow with a Nissan Pathfinder? You need a standard tow hitch receiver and a seven-pin wiring harness. For the best trailering performance, use the available Tow Mode with Downhill Speed Control along with Trailer Sway Control. The Rock Creek and Platinum also include a standard transmission oil cooler for towing duty. What is the Nissan Murano towing capacity? The 2026 Nissan Murano has a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. It is powered by a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo four-cylinder with a nine-speed automatic transmission, and you should use a Genuine Nissan Class I trailer hitch, ball mount, and wiring harness. What is the Nissan Rogue towing capacity? The 2026 Nissan Rogue can tow up to 1,500 pounds when equipped with the 1.5-liter VC-Turbo Three-Cylinder engine and Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). You will also need a Nissan Class I trailer hitch, ball mount, and wiring harness. Can the Nissan Kicks tow a trailer? No. The Nissan Kicks is not rated for towing and therefore has no towing capacity. What can I tow with a Nissan Pathfinder? With up to 6,000 pounds of capacity when properly equipped, the Pathfinder can handle small to midsize travel trailers, pop-up campers, fishing boats and smaller recreational boats, trailers carrying motorcycles or ATVs, small enclosed cargo trailers, and utility trailers carrying lawn equipment. What can I tow with a Nissan Murano or Nissan Rogue? At 1,500 pounds, the Murano and Rogue can tow small utility trailers, lightweight cargo trailers, single-axle trailers carrying light equipment, small personal watercraft on lightweight trailers, lightweight trailers carrying camping gear, and small trailers carrying bicycles or kayaks. Where can I test drive a Nissan SUV near Warsaw, Indiana? Nissan of Warsaw has years of sales and service experience serving Warsaw, Winona Lake, Leesburg, Syracuse, Pierceton, Plymouth, and surrounding Kosciusko County communities. Contact our sales team to see the Armada, Pathfinder, Murano, or Rogue in person. Disclaimers 1 Disclaimer: Towing capacity varies by configuration and equipment; see the Nissan Towing Guide and Owner’s Manual
