2009 Kia Borrego towing capacity
The 2009 Kia Borrego is published in 9 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,500 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2009 Kia Borrego with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX 4dr 4x2 | — | 276 | 267 | — | 5,000 | 6,063 | 4,248 | 1,815 |
| EX V6 4dr 4x2 | — | 276 | 267 | — | 5,000 | 6,063 | 4,248 | 1,815 |
| EX V8 4dr 4x2 | — | 337 | 323 | — | 7,500 | 6,173 | 4,405 | 1,768 |
| LTD 4dr 4x2 | — | 337 | 323 | — | 7,500 | 6,173 | 4,405 | 1,768 |
| LX V6 4dr 4x4 | — | 276 | 267 | — | 5,000 | 5,842 | 4,460 | 1,382 |
| LX V8 4dr 4x4 | — | 337 | 323 | — | 7,500 | 5,953 | 4,621 | 1,332 |
| EX V6 4dr 4x4 | — | 276 | 267 | — | 5,000 | 5,842 | 4,460 | 1,382 |
| EX V8 4dr 4x4 | — | 337 | 323 | — | 7,500 | 5,953 | 4,621 | 1,332 |
| LTD 4dr 4x4 | — | 337 | 323 | — | 7,500 | 5,953 | 4,621 | 1,332 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
Other 2009 Kia models
The rest of Kia's 2009 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 5,000 |
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 3,500 |
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2,000 |
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.