The Cadillac SRX was introduced into Cadillac’s lineup as a mid-size luxury crossover SUV in 2009 and was discontinued after the 2016 model year. The SRX is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Cadillac SRX?
The Cadillac SRX has a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds depending on if it has a towing package.
There’s a bit more to know about Cadillac SRX towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2016 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2016 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2016 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2016 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2016 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Cadillac SRX Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Cadillac SRX Braked Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs.
Cadillac SRX Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs.
Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity Factors
There are a few factors that affect the Cadillac SRX tow capacity.
Model Year
The SRX’s tow capability varied a little bit by year and generation.
The first model year (2009) had a max towing capabilityof 4,250 lbs, while the later models can only tow up to 3,500 pounds.
Engine Size
The 2010 model year SRX was the only year where the engine size mattered for towing capacity.
For that year, if you had a 2.8L engine you could pull the max 3,500 pounds regardless of if you had a towing package, but that was the only year that applies to.
Towing Equipment Installed
For all years of the Cadillac SRX, you needed a towing package or trailering package installed to get the most towing capability from your vehicle.
SRX’s with a tow package installed can pull a max of 3,500 pounds, while those without can pull 2,000 pounds.
Number of Passengers
A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.
This is true of all vehicles, not just the Cadillac SRX, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.
Cadillac SRX Tow Package Info
Does The Cadillac SRX Have A Tow Package?
Cadillac offers a SRX towing package which includes the following:
- Receiver Hitch
- 4-Pin Wiring Harness
- Transmission Oil Cooler
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Cadillac SRX?
If you plan on towing anything with your Cadillac SRX, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Cadillac SRX Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Cadillac SRX uses a Class 2 or Class 3 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Class III Cadillac SRX trailer hitch:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. This trailer hitch is rated for 5,000 lbs. gross trailer weight, 500 lbs. tongue weight, 6,000 lbs. weight distribution capacity and 600 lbs. weight distribution tongue weight (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- VERSATILE DESIGN. This class 3 hitch equips your vehicle with a standard 2-inch x 2-inch hitch receiver, allowing for a wide variety of towing options. It can accept a ball mount, cargo carrier, bike rack, tow hook and much more
- FULLY TESTED. Every CURT class 3 trailer hitch design is tested in real-world, on-vehicle conditions at our Detroit engineering facility. Aftermarket hitches are tested according to SAE J684 standards for the utmost safety while hauling
- RUST, CHIP, UV-RESISTANT. This tow hitch is protected with a unique dual-coat finish of rust-resistant liquid A-coat and highly durable black powder coat. The two finishes are co-cured together for exceptional resistance to rust, chipping and UV rays
- EASY TO INSTALL. This hitch offers a custom, factory fit on select model years of the Cadillac SRX
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your SRX:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
Cadillac SRX Trailer Hitch Installation
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Cadillac SRX trailer hitch installation:
Cadillac SRX Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your SRX, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With a Cadillac SRX?
The Cadillac SRX stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.
Does My Cadillac SRX Have A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your SRX to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your SRX.
Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your vehicle has any towing packages or features installed on it.
2015 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2015 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2015 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2015 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2015 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2014 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2014 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2014 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2014 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2014 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2013 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2013 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2013 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2013 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2013 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2012 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2012 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2012 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2012 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2012 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2011 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2011 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on whether it has a towing package.
A 2011 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2011 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2011 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2010 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2010 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,500 lbs and 3,500 lbs depending on the engine size and whether it has a towing package.
A 2010 Cadillac SRX with a 2.8L engine can pull 3,500 pounds.
A 2010 Cadillac SRX with a 3.0L engine without a towing package can pull 2,500 pounds.
A 2010 Cadillac SRX with a 3.0L engine with a towing package can pull 3,500 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2010 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All (3.0L engine) | 2,500 lbs / 1,134 kg | No |
| All (3.0L engine) | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
| All (2.8L engine) | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg | Yes |
2009 Cadillac SRX Towing Capacity
The 2009 Cadillac SRX can tow between 2,000 lbs and 4,250 lbs depending on if it has a towing package.
A 2009 Cadillac SRX without a towing package can pull 2,000 pounds.
A 2009 Cadillac SRX with a towing package can pull 4,250 pounds.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2009 Cadillac SRX can tow.
| Cadillac SRX Trim Level | Towing Capacity | Towing Package Installed |
| All | 2,000 lbs / 907 kg | No |
| All | 4,250 lbs / 1,927 kg | Yes |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Cadillac SRX Owner’s Manuals on Cadillac’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Cadillac SRX.