2026 Ford Mustang towing capacity
Max tow rating
1,000lb
- EcoBoost Fastback RWD, 2.3L 4cyl.
- Base trim: 1,000 lb.
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
- 22% of 3,579 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 16-21 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 Fastback RWD, $32,995.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoBoost Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,579 lb | $32,995 |
| EcoBoost Premium Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,579 lb | $36,345 |
| EcoBoost RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $40,440 |
| EcoBoost Premium RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $41,845 |
| GT RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,827 lb | $46,560 |
| GT Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $46,800 |
| GT Premium Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $51,080 |
| GT Premium RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,991 lb | $56,580 |
| Dark Horse Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,879 lb | $63,080 |
| Dark Horse RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,949 lb | $64,380 |
| Dark Horse SC RWD | 5.2L 8cyl | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $103,490 |
| GTD RWD | N/A | RWD | 1,000 lb | 3,741 lb | $328,000 |
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 Bronco | 4,500 lb | Raptor 4WD | $79,995 |
| Ford Mustang (this car) | 1,000 lb | EcoBoost Fastback RWD | $32,995 |
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