Recommended Towing Weight Capacity for a 2012 Buick Lacrosse
Question:
I just watched your video on installing a hitch on my 2012 Buick Lacrosse. It looks pretty easy, but your website says that my car can tow 3500 lbs and every other site I have googled says it is only 1000 lbs. I pray your guys are right, but can you clarify you source and how much my car can tow?
asked by: Michael T
Expert Reply:
I can clarify all this for you. The hitch is rated to tow 3,500 lbs. and this towing capacity is issued by the manufacture of the hitch.
You are going to be limited by your weakest link, which is going to be your vehicle's frame. I went ahead and I checked the owner's manual for your 2012 Buick Lacrosse and it states that with a V6 engine you can tow up to 1,000lbs. but that could also be too heavy. The owner's manual states: maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers, and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
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- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
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