Ford Towing Capacity Information & Guide
Are you looking to tow a heavy trailer, a horse trailer, or a camper? Whatever you plan to tow, there’s a Ford vehicle for the job. Whether you’re interested in towing with a Ford truck, van, SUV, or sedan, you can find the maximum towing capacity for current models in this towing guide put together by the team at McDonald Ford.
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Trucks & Vans
2023 Ford F-150®
There are seven total 2023 Ford F-150® engines, each with wildly varying performance capabilities. If you’re looking for the F-150 engine with the highest towing capacity, that’s the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine, which can tow up to 14,000 pounds.
| Engine | 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 | High-output 3.5L EcoBoost | High-output 5.2L supercharged V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 290 HP | 325 HP | 400 HP | 400 HP | 430 HP | 450 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 265 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. | 500 lb.-ft. | 570 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. | 640 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 8,200 lbs. | 10,100 lbs. | 13,000 lbs. | 14,000 lbs. | 12,700 lbs. | 8,200 lbs. | 8,700 lbs. |
| Payload Capacity | 1,955 lbs. | 2,465 lbs. | 3,315 lbs. | 3,235 lbs. | 2,120 lbs. | 1,385 lbs. | 1,440 lbs. |
Ford F-150
2024 Ford Super Duty®
The 2024 Ford Super Duty® series of trucks can tow truly remarkable figures. There are three Super Duty trucks — the F-250®, F-350®, and F-450®. The F-450 easily achieves the highest conventional and fifth-wheel/gooseneck towing capacities with help from the 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 turbo diesel and high-output 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel engines. The payload capacity depends on the body style and model, as well as the engine. The F-250 regular cab, when equipped with the 6.8L V8, has a maximum payload capacity of 4,268 pounds, the F-350 has a payload capacity of up to 8,000 pounds when paired with the 6.8L V8 engine and a regular cab, and the F-450 payload capacity comes out to 6,457 pounds with a regular cab and high-output 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel engine.
| Engine | 7.3L V8 | 6.8L V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | High-Output 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 430 HP | 405 HP | 475 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 485 lb.-ft. | 445 lb.-ft. | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Conventional Towing Capacity | 18,900 lbs. | 18,700 lbs. | 30,000 lbs. | 30,000 lbs. |
| Max. Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Towing Capacity | 18,800 lbs. | 18,900 lbs. | 34,700 lbs. | 34,700 lbs. |
Ford Super Duty
2024 Ford Ranger®
If you need a truck but you don’t need eye-popping towing capabilities, the 2024 Ford Ranger® is a well-rounded, light-duty option that can tow up to 7,500 pounds.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 270 HP | 315 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. | 430 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 7,500 lbs. | 7,500 lbs. | 5,510 lbs. |
| Payload Capacity | 1,805 lbs. | 1,542 lbs. | 1,411 lbs. |
Ford Ranger
2024 Ford Maverick®
The 2024 Ford Maverick® is ready to take on your lighter projects with a 4,000-pound towing capacity when equipped with the Max Towing Package.
| Engine | 2.5L hybrid I4 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 191 combined HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 155 lb.-ft. | 277 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 4,000 lbs. |
| Payload Capacity | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
Ford Maverick
2024 Ford Transit®
If you need to haul extra gear behind your 2024 Ford Transit® van, it can tow up to 4,500 pounds. That’s even with the seats filled with passengers, as this van has a remarkable maximum payload capacity of 3,494 pounds.
| Engine | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 275 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 260 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. |
2023 Ford Transit Connect®
You’ll already have plenty of room for your gear inside the 2023 Ford Transit Connect®, which has a large and spacious cargo hold. Nevertheless, this van can still tow 2,000 pounds.
| Engine | 2.0L gas I4 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 162 HP |
| Torque | 144 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. |
| Payload Capacity | 1,436 lbs. |
SUVs & Cars
2024 Ford Bronco®
Tow a boat trailer or camper during your weekend getaways when you drive a 2024 Ford Bronco®, which has a 4,500-pound maximum towing capacity.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower (reg./premium fuel) | 275 / 300 HP | 315 / 330 HP | 418 HP |
| Torque (reg./premium fuel) | 315 / 325 lb.-ft. | 410 / 415 lb.-ft. | 440 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 3,500 lbs. | 3,500 lbs. | 4,500 lbs. |
Ford Bronco
2024 Ford Bronco Sport
Bring a couple of ATVs along for the journey on the back of the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The Bronco Sport has a maximum 2,200-pound towing capacity.
| Engine | 1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 181 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 190 lb.-ft. | 277 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 2,200 lbs. |
Ford Bronco Sport
2024 Ford Edge®
The five-passenger 2024 Ford Edge® has a 3,500-pound towing capacity with the Class II Trailer Tow Package and a 1,500-pound towing capacity without this package.
| Engine | 2.0L twin-scroll EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 280 lb.-ft. | 380 lb.-ft. |
Ford Edge
2024 Ford Escape®
Whether you prefer an eco-conscious hybrid engine or want the towing capabilities that come with gas, you’ll find that the 2024 Ford Escape® has a range of performance options. When equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine, the Ford Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds.
| Engine | 2.5L hybrid I4 | 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4 | 1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 192 combined HP | 210 combined HP | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 155 lb.-ft. | 155 lb.-ft. | 199 lb.-ft. | 280 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 2,000 lbs. | 3,500 lbs. |
Ford Escape
2024 Ford Expedition®
The three-row 2024 Ford Expedition® and 2024 Ford Expedition MAX are both capable of excellent towing numbers. If you pick the standard Expedition, it can tow up to 6,000 pounds or 9,300 pounds with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Towing Package. If the longer and larger Expedition MAX is more your style, it can tow up to 6,300 pounds or 9,000 pounds with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Towing Package.
| Engine | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | High-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 380 HP | 400 HP | 440 HP |
| Torque | 470 lb.-ft. | 480 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. |
Ford Expedition
2024 Ford Explorer®
The spacious seven-passenger 2024 Ford Explorer® has the ability to tow up to 5,600 pounds.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 310 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 5,300 lbs. | 5,600 lbs. |
Ford Explorer
2023 Ford Mustang®
If you have some very light trailers to tow, the 2023 Ford Mustang® can tow up to 1,000 pounds, but it is not recommended to attempt to tow anything heavier than that.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 330 HP | 450 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 350 lb.-ft. | 350 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. |
| Towing Capacity | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. |
| Top Speed | 145 MPH | 155 MPH | 155 MPH | 168 MPH |
Ford Mustang
2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E®
At this time, the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E® is not rated for towing in the United States. However, this fully electric Ford vehicle offers other remarkable performance specifications. such as a total driving range of up to 312 miles.
| Battery | Standard Range (70 kWh) | Standard Range (72 kWh) | Extended Range (91 kWh) | GT Extended Range (91 kWh) | GT Performance Ed. Extended Range (91 kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower (RWD / eAWD) | 266 HP | 266 / 311 HP | 290 / 346 HP | 480 HP | 480 HP |
| Torque (RWD / eAWD) | 317 / 428 lb.-ft. | 317 / 427 lb.-ft. | 317 / 428 lb.-ft. | 600 lb.-ft. | 634 lb.-ft. |
| Total Range | Up to 247 mi. | Up to 250 mi. | Up to 312 mi. | Up to 270 mi. | Up to 260 mi. |
Ford Mustang Mach-E