Heavy Load / Towing
Honda CR-V — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Honda CR-V, set cold pressures to 36 PSI front and 38 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
36
248 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
38
262 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
33/33 PSI
Tire size
235/60R18
Curb weight
1,630 kg
Category
crossover
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Honda CR-V?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Honda CR-V, set cold pressures to 36 PSI front and 38 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Honda CR-V?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Honda CR-V is 33 PSI front / 33 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Honda CR-V?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 36 PSI front / 38 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 36 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 36 PSI = 2.5 bar = 248 kPa. The rear 38 PSI = 2.6 bar.
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