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I would think you could do it. I just bought a 3,000lb r-pod that I normally pull with my Ridgeline, but I ran the numbers to see if my 2018 Odyssey TE could pull it and it was okay but close. One thing is the Ridgeline comes with the 7-pin trailer connector for trailer brakes and the Odyssey tow package only has the 4-pin. That could be upgraded though. Trailer brakes are important in a trailer that heavy.

 

I just installed a Drawtite hitch on my 2 week old Odyssey. It took about an hour and that's with 2 old guys doing it LOL.
Fits perfect. I still have the harness to install, that's next week's project but it looks pretty simple. I have a trailer that weighs approx. 2200 lbs full that I'll pull for short distances so it should not be an issue.

 

I was told by my local Honda tech that Honda recommends that you install a transmission cooler if you are planning on towing a Camper or Boat. Otherwise you could burn out the tranny

 

There is no longer an OEM cooler for the 2018. No longer recommended although it never hurts. Since you haven’t done the harness yet, consider a 7-pin if your trailer has electric brakes.


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2018 Odyssey comes with an external transmission cooler. I tow a 3000 lb trailer with a 2017 Odyssey with no issues. It does use a lot more fuel and will stay in the lower gears when going thru the mountains. The 18 has more hp and torque and should do a better job. I've towed the same trailer with a 2017 Pilot and the gas mileage is worse then the Odyssey because of the four wheel drive.

 

I just bout my 2018 Odyssey LX and asked for a hitch to be added. I was surprised that they outsourced the install to a local shop and I asked at the shop about the cooler and was told not to do it. They have seen nothing but problems as long as you stay in that 3000lb limit (including added weight from people and luggage) you would be fine.