 The 2019 Ford Explorer is able to tow between 3,000 and 5,000 pounds, depending on its configuration, alongside a payload capacity of between 1,259 and 1,717 pounds. The 2019 Explorer is built to offer impressive versatility for commutes far from Bradley and Manteno, but it's also got the gusto for heavy towing, whether for work or play.
So, how much can a Ford Explorer tow? It will ultimately depend on the engine you choose.
2019 Ford Explorer Engines
For 2019, the Explorer is available with three different engines:
3.5L V6: Produces up to 290 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque.
2.3L EcoBoost® 4-Cylinder: Produces up to 280 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. This is also the most efficient of the 2019 Explorer's engine, with the ability to achieve as much as 19 mpg city/27 mpg highway.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6: This turbocharged engine is included with Sport and Platinum models, and can make up to 365 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque.
Optional 2019 Ford Explorer Towing Packages
In addition to the engine, the other determining factor for how much a 2019 Explorer can tow is which available towing packages you choose. You've got two options:
Class II Trailer Tow Package: Available with models that have the 2.3L EcoBoost® engine, this package adds a wiring harness and a frame-mounted hitch, enabling you to tow as much as 3,000 pounds.
Class III Trailer Tow Package: Models equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine can opt for this package, which added a frame-mounted hitch, an engine oil cooler, as well as four- and seven-pin trailer connectors. It enables the Explorer to tow up to 5,000 pounds.
Safety Features for Towing
The 2019 Ford Explorer towing capacity is as much a product of brains as brawn. It's loaded with smart features designed to keep you safe while you're towing across Illinois. AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, for instance, helps you maintain control of the vehicle in cases of understeer, oversteer, or wheel slippage. The available Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System gives you four driving modes - Normal, Sand, Grass/Gravel/Snow, and Mud/Rut - to help you handle adverse conditions.
Experience the Power of the 2019 Ford Explorer in Peotone
If you want to get behind the wheel an impressive towing machine, the 2019 Explorer is waiting for you at Terry's Ford of Peotone. Contact us today to learn more or visit our dealership for a test drive!