2020 Ford Mustang towing capacity
Max tow rating
1,000lb
- EcoBoost RWD, 2.3L 4cyl.
- Base trim: 1,000 lb.
- Top 50% of 2 coupes (2020).
Trailer check
Yes. 800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 1,000 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 800 lb
- Margin
- 200 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- I, up to 2,000 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 23% of 3,515 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 15-20 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 1,000 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- I, up to 2,000 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | No |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | No |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | No |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | No |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 1,000 lb: EcoBoost RWD, $26,670.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoBoost RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,515 lb | $26,670 |
| EcoBoost Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,532 lb | $26,670 |
| EcoBoost Premium RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,515 lb | $31,685 |
| EcoBoost Premium Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,532 lb | $31,685 |
| EcoBoost RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,676 lb | $32,170 |
| GT RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,743 lb | $35,880 |
| GT Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,705 lb | $35,880 |
| EcoBoost Premium RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,676 lb | $37,185 |
| GT Premium RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,743 lb | $39,880 |
| GT Premium Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,705 lb | $39,880 |
| GT Premium RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,891 lb | $45,380 |
| BULLITT RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,705 lb | $46,705 |
| Bullitt Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,705 lb | $46,705 |
| Shelby GT350 RWD | 5.2L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,760 lb | $60,440 |
| Shelby GT350R RWD | 5.2L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,662 lb | $72,135 |
| Shelby GT500 RWD | 5.2L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,543 lb to 4,170 lb | $72,900 |
No rating listed: 3 trims.
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2009 to 2026: 1,000 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Mustang (this car) | 1,000 lb | EcoBoost RWD | $26,670 |
| Dodge Challenger | 1,000 lb | SXT RWD | $28,095 |
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree