How Much Can a Ford Explorer Tow?

October 6th, 2024 by
2024 Ford Explorer Towing

When properly equipped, the 2024 Ford Explorer SUV can tow up to 5,600 pounds, allowing you to take everything you need on your outdoor ventures. If your growing family loves to go on adventures near Fayetteville, you will appreciate how powerful and capable the Explorer is. Plus, you can store other items in the cabin as there is 87.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the first row of seating when the rear seats are folded! Learn more about the Ford Explorer towing capacity below with Superior Ford!

2024 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity By Configuration

How much a Ford Explorer can tow depends on the configuration. Trims at the start and middle of the lineup can haul up to 5,300 pounds, whereas the top trims can tow an additional 300 pounds. Whether you want to unlock a Ford Explorer towing capacity of 5,300 or 5,600 pounds, your model will need to be equipped with the optional Class IV Trailer Tow Package. See the maximum capacities by trim here:

  • 2024 Ford Explorer Base Model: Tows up to 5,300 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer XLT: Tows up to 5,300 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer ST-Line: Tows up to 5,300 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer Timberline: Tows up to 5,300 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer Limited: Tows up to 5,300 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer ST: Tows up to 5,600 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer King Ranch: Tows up to 5,600 pounds
  • 2024 Ford Explorer Platinum: Tows up to 5,600 pounds

2024 Ford Explorer Towing & Safety Features

This SUV’s impressive towing power is made possible by the capable engines. But did you know that there is a suite of towing and safety features to assist you on the roads of Springdale? That’s right! Along with knowing how much a Ford Explorer can tow, you’ll want to know the technology that will help you confidently haul across the area. Some examples include:

  • Tow/Haul mode on the standard Terrain Management System™
  • AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
  • SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
  • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children)
  • Belt-Minder®
  • Optional Hill Descent Control™
  • Optional Intelligent 4WD

Test-Drive a Ford Explorer Near Rogers

Stop by our Siloam Springs lot, and see the outstanding Explorer specs in action! Our team is excited to meet you, and if you have any questions about towing with this SUV, we will be happy to answer them!

 

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