What Is The Towing Capacity of the 2017 Ford Explorer?

2017 Ford Explorer in Edmonton AB

While the Ford Explorer is comfortable and spacious, it also features a lot of power and performance capabilities. Because of the versatility, the Ford Explorer has been one of the most popular SUVs in a crowded field of quality vehicles. If you’ve never driven a Ford Explorer, maybe you don’t think an SUV can compare to a heavy duty truck when it comes to towing. Well, think again. The Explorer is uniquely powerful, despite its stylish looks and comfortable interior. Let’s take a closer look at the towing capacity and capabilities of the 2017 Ford Explorer.

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How Much Can The 2017 Ford Explorer Tow?

While an SUV is not a traditional towing vehicle, when properly-equipped, the 2017 Ford Explorer can handle a lot of weight! Before buying, you should determine how much weight you will need to tow. If you are going to be towing a boat or a small camper, you should look to a higher-power engine option that the standard 2.3-liter 4-cylinder base engine. Take a look below to see the towing capacity of each of the three available engine options of the 2017 Ford Explorer.

• 2.3-liter EcoBoost® 4-cylinder Engine
  • Up to 2,000 pounds (or up to 3,000 pounds with Class II Trailer Tow Package)
• 3.5-liter V6 Engine
  • Up to 2,000 pounds (or up to 5,000 pounds with Class III Trailer Tow Package and weight-distributing hitch)
• 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 Engine
  • Up to 2,000 pounds (or up to 5,000 pounds with Class III Trailer Tow Package and weight-distributing hitch)

With a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, the 2017 Ford Explorer can be so much more than a great family vehicle! But if 5,000 pounds isn’t quite enough, check out more powerful options from Ford, including the Ford F-150 or even the Ford F-250.

If you’d like to learn more about the capabilities of the 2017 Ford Explorer, contact us and talk to a member of our knowledgeable team! Schedule a test drive of the 2017 Ford Explorer today, and you’ll see the power and performance, as well as the comfort and style of one of the best SUV models available today!