Ford Ranger Towing Capacity & Towing Features

If you're considering the 2025 Ford Ranger for towing, you're in the right place. This midsize truck is designed to handle a variety of towing needs, whether you're hauling a camper, boat, or trailer for work or adventure in and around Memphis. All four models of the 2025 Ford Ranger have a towing capacity of up to 7,500 pounds. Below, we'll cover essential details about the Ranger's towing capacity, standard and available towing equipment, and how its features make towing easier and more efficient. Complimenting the Ranger's towing capacity is a payload capacity of up to 1,805 pounds on the rear-wheel drive models, while the four-wheel drive Ranger has a payload capacity of up to 1,711 pounds.
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Standard Towing Equipment
The Ford Ranger comes equipped with standard towing features to help you hitch up and go. These include:
- Trailer Sway Control: Helps stabilize your trailer by adjusting braking and engine power.
- Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver: Provides a secure connection for towing heavy loads.
- 4/7-Pin Wiring Harness: Ensures compatibility with various trailer electrical systems.
- Rear-View Camera with Hitch Assist: Helps line up your trailer easily for a quick and secure connection.
Technology Features
The Ford Ranger includes advanced technology to help make towing safer and more convenient:
- Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢: Helps steer the trailer in reverse with a simple turn of a dial.
- Trailer Brake Controller: Standard on the Raptor® and available on XLT and LARIAT® models, this provides controlled braking when towing larger loads.
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Trailer Coverage: Extends blind-spot monitoring to the length of your trailer.
- Tow/Haul Mode: Adjusts transmission shift points for better control when towing heavy loads.
What to Know About Towing a Trailer with the Ford Ranger
When towing a trailer with your Ford Ranger, keep these key points in mind:
- Know Your Limits: Always check the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and tongue weight capacity to avoid overloading.
- Distribute Weight Properly: Load heavier items near the trailer's axles to maintain stability.
- Use Proper Hitching Techniques: Secure the trailer and double-check the connection before driving.
Is There a Towing Package Upgrade for the Ford Ranger?
Yes! Ford offers an optional Trailer Tow Package, which includes an upgraded hitch for enhanced towing strength and a Trailer Brake Controller for improved braking performance with heavier loads.
The 2025 Ford Ranger is a capable and well-equipped truck for towing, whether you're hauling a boat for a weekend on the water or taking a camper on a road trip. With advanced towing technology, a strong towing capacity, and available upgrades, it's a great choice for drivers who need a midsize truck that can handle the job whether it's for work or play in and around Memphis. If you have additional questions about the towing capacity and features of the Ford Ranger, our experts at AutoNation Ford Memphis are ready to assist. To learn more about the Ford Ranger, visit our Ford Ranger model overview page. You can also browse our Ford Ranger inventory for sale at AutoNation Ford Memphis, and even schedule a test drive with the buttons below.
Disclaimer: Specs, features, and prices are estimated according to the best available information. Potential buyers are advised to contact one of the experts at AutoNation Ford Memphis to confirm the current availability of these models, prices, and features.