2021 Ford Towing Capacity Guide | Countryside, IL
2021 Ford trucks and SUVs are designed with the light-duty towing abilities you need to make the most of your days, so our team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL, has crafted this guide to help you find the maximum towing capacities of your current or prospective Ford model. You can learn more about each Ford model with our in-depth model reviews when you visit our research hub.
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2021 Ford EcoSport Towing Capacity
The spirited, fun-to-drive 2021 Ford EcoSport offers two engine options and is available with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The EcoSport can tow with compatible aftermarket towing accessories.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | Max. Towing Capacity (lbs.) |
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1.0L EcoBoost® I3 | 123 | 125 | 1,400 |
2.0L iVCT I4 | 166 | 149 | 2,000 |
2021 Ford Escape Towing Capacity
The stylish 2021 Ford Escape is available with three engine options and FWD or AWD. The Escape SEL, Titanium, and hybrid models achieve maximum towing capabilities when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow Package. The Escape S and SE need additional dealership accessories.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | Max. Towing Capacity (lbs.) |
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1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 181 | 190 | 2,000 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid | 200 (total system) | 155 | 1,500 |
2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 250 | 280 | 3,500 |
2021 Ford Bronco™ Sport Towing Capacity
The rugged 2021 Ford Bronco Sport provides two engine options and a 4x4 drivetrain. The Badlands and First Edition trims deliver the highest towing capacities. The Bronco Sport equipped with the Class II Trailer Tow Package can achieve maximum towing capacities.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | Max. Towing Capacity (lbs.) |
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1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 181 | 190 | 2,000 |
2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 250 | 277 | 2,200 |
2021 Ford Bronco Towing Capacity
The new off-road-capable 2021 Ford Bronco offers two engines and a 4x4 drivetrain. The Bronco delivers nearly the same light-duty towing capability on all trims, except when equipped as a four-door with a manual transmission and 4.70 axle ratio or automatic transmission with a 4.46 axle ratio.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | Max. Towing Capacity (lbs.) |
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2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 270 | 310 | 3,500 |
2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 310 | 400 | 3,500 |
2021 Ford Edge Towing Capacity
The bold 2021 Ford Edge is available with two engines and FWD or AWD. Towing capabilities differ significantly based on the drivetrain. The Edge provides maximum towing capacities when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow Package.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | FWD Max. Towing (lbs.) | AWD Max. Towing (lbs.) |
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2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 250 | 280 | 1,500 | 3,500 |
2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 335 | 380 | - | 3,500 |
2021 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity
The bountiful 2021 Ford Explorer offers several configurations for achieving towing capacities of 5,000 pounds or more. ST, King Ranch®, and Platinum trims offer maximum towing abilities with factory equipment. The Explorer, XLT, Limited, and all hybrid trims provide maximum towing capacities when equipped with the available Class III Trailer Tow Package.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | RWD Max. Towing (lbs.) | AWD Max. Towing (lbs.) |
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2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 300 | 310 | 5,300 | 5,300 |
3.3L Hybrid V6 | 318 | 322 | 5,000 | 5,000 |
3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 365 / 400 | 380 / 415 | - | 5,600 |
2021 Ford Expedition Towing Capacity
A factory-equipped trailer receiver hitch on the stout 2021 Ford Expedition provides the ability to conventionally tow up to 6,600 pounds. The Expedition offers one engine, rear-wheel drive (RWD) or AWD, and two body styles. Equip the Expedition with the available Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package to achieve maximum towing capabilities.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | RWD Max. Towing (lbs.) | AWD Max. Towing (lbs.) |
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3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 375 / 400 | 470 / 480 | 9,300 | 9,200 |
2021 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The 3.5L V6 gasoline engine on the 2021 Ford F-150 delivers a best-in-class available tow rating. F-150 maximum towing capacities are achieved when properly configured and equipped with the available Max Trailer Tow Package.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb.-ft.) | Max. Towing Capacity (lbs.) |
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3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V6 | 250 | 440 | 12,100 |
3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 290 | 265 | 8,200 |
2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 325 | 400 | 10,100 |
5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 400 | 410 | 13,000 |
3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 400 | 500 | 14,000 |
3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 | 430 | 570 | 12,700 |
3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6 | 450 | 510 | 8,200 |
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