2023 Ford Ranger Towing Capacity

by George Kennedy

The 2023 Ford Ranger is a stout, capable midsize pickup truck. It comes standard with a 270-horsepower 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and it is available with modern tech and safety features. The Ranger is offered with the extended-cab SuperCab, which has rear-hinged half-doors to access the rear seats, as well as the full four-door SuperCrew. The SuperCab comes with a 6-foot bed and the SuperCrew comes with a 5-foot bed.

The 2023 Ford Ranger can tow up to 7,500 pounds when properly equipped. That figure puts it among the best in the midsize pickup truck segment. It tows just 200 pounds less than the class leaders. The 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon can all tow up to 7,700 pounds. Read on to learn more about which versions of the Ranger are able to achieve this 7,500-pound max tow rating.

What is the Towing Capacity of a 2023 Ford Ranger?

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Which 2023 Ford Ranger Can Tow the Most?

Whether you get the SuperCab or SuperCrew with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, the 2023 Ford Ranger is capable of towing up to 7,500 pounds. The key to any of these configurations is to select the available trailer towing package. It comes with a four-pin wiring harness, a seven-pin wiring harness, and a Class-IV trailer hitch. Without this package, towing for all models tops out at just 3,500 pounds.

How Much Can a Rear-Wheel-Drive Ford Ranger Max Tow?

Rear-wheel-drive (RWD) versions of the 2023 Ranger can tow:

  • 2.3L EcoBoost I4: Up to 7,500 pounds

How Much Can a Four-Wheel-Drive Ford Ranger Max Tow?

Here is what the four-wheel-drive (4WD) Ranger can tow:

  • 2.3L EcoBoost I4: Up to 7,500 pounds

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Ford Ranger Max Towing Capacity by Body Style

Crew Cab: SuperCrew

  • 2.3L EcoBoost I4: 7,500 pounds (RWD) | 7,500 pounds (4WD)

Double Cab: SuperCab

  • 2.3L EcoBoost I4: 7,500 pounds (RWD) | 7,500 pounds (4WD)

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What is the Max Towing Capacity for the 2023 Ford Ranger Tremor?

The Ford Ranger Tremor is a package that is available on the XLT SuperCrew and Lariat SuperCrew trims. It includes steel skid plates, running boards, Fox shock absorbers, and a suspension lift. Like the other models in the Ranger lineup, it is capable of towing up to 7,500 pounds.

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Does the 2023 Ford Ranger have any special towing features?

The 2023 Ford Ranger comes equipped with several advanced towing features to ensure safety and convenient towing. This includes:

Tow/Haul Mode: Manages gear shifting and power delivery for optimal towing performance.
Trailer Sway Control: Designed for improved stability while towing.

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From open-wheel racecars to specialty off-road vehicles, George Kennedy has driven it all. A career automotive journalist, George has been a contributor, editor, and/or producer at some of the most respected publications and outlets, including Consumer Reports, the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Autoblog.com, Hemmings Classic Wheels, BoldRide.com, the Providence Journal, and WheelsTV.

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