Ford Mustang towing capacity
Cross-year towing decision tools for the Ford Mustang. Use this page to find which years and configurations fit your trailer job; open a year page for an exact configuration Tow Check.
Figures reflect ratings currently represented in our dataset. Coverage can be partial for some years — confirm the door-jamb sticker and owner’s manual for any specific vehicle.
What are you trying to do?
Find a Ford Mustang that can tow your trailer
Matches must clear the published trailer rating when known. Where payload exists, remaining payload must also stay non-negative after passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
Ford Mustang towing history
Range chart of observed min–max towing ratings by year. Click a year to open its page.
Ford Mustang towing capacity by year
Sorted newest-first below. Use the interactive tools above to filter by trailer weight or compare two years.
| Year | Minimum rating | Maximum rating | Max payload | Configurations | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2021 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2020 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2019 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2018 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 7 | Open year |
| 2017 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2016 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2015 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 9 | Open year |
| 2014 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2013 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 9 | Open year |
| 2012 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 9 | Open year |
| 2011 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2010 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2009 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2008 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2007 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2006 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 10 | Open year |
| 2005 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 8 | Open year |
| 2004 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 12 | Open year |
| 2003 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 14 | Open year |
| 2002 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 9 | Open year |
| 2001 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 6 | Open year |
| 2000 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 6 | Open year |
| 1999 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 6 | Open year |
Some years have partial catalog coverage — highest figures are the highest ratings currently represented in our dataset, not a claim of absolute manufacturer completeness.
Ford Mustang towing capacity ranges (dataset)
Observed minimum and maximum trailer ratings in our dataset for each model year. Values remain available without JavaScript; the interactive chart above enhances this view.
- 19991,000 lbs · 6 configs
- 20001,000 lbs · 6 configs
- 20011,000 lbs · 6 configs
- 20021,000 lbs · 9 configs
- 20031,000 lbs · 14 configs
- 20041,000 lbs · 12 configs
- 20051,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20061,000 lbs · 10 configs
- 20071,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20081,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20091,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20101,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20111,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20121,000 lbs · 9 configs
- 20131,000 lbs · 9 configs
- 20141,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20151,000 lbs · 9 configs
- 20161,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20171,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20181,000 lbs · 7 configs
- 20191,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20201,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20211,000 lbs · 8 configs
- 20221,000 lbs · 8 configs
Which Ford Mustang years can tow my trailer?
Compare Ford Mustang model years
| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Min towing | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Max towing | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Max payload | — | — |
| Configurations | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrains | — | — |
| Cabs | — | — |
| Beds | — | — |
| Axles | 3.31, 3.55, 3.73 | 3.31, 3.55, 3.73 |
| Engines | 2.3 liters I-4, 5.0 liters V-8 | 2.3 liters I-4, 5.0 liters V-8 |
- 2022 and 2021 share the same highest dataset towing rating (1,000 lbs).
Coverage warning: one or both years have partial catalog coverage, so differences may reflect dataset gaps rather than true product changes.
Browse Ford Mustang configurations
Showing 50 results (capped at 50).
- 2022 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2022 Mach5.0 liters V-8 · 3.73 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Mach5.0 liters V-8 · 3.73 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 BULLITT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.73 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2020 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 BULLITT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.73 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2019 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2018 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.55 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 EcoBoost2.3 liters I-4 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 GT5.0 liters V-8 · 3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 V63.7 liters V-6 · 3.15 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2017 V63.7 liters V-6 · 3.15 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2016 EcoBoost3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2016 EcoBoost3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
- 2016 EcoBoost3.31 · Tow 1,000 lbsOpen year
Ford Mustang towing capacity by generation
Generation windows are reference metadata. Towing and payload figures are calculated only from years present in our dataset.
| Generation | Years (catalog) | Years in dataset | Towing range | Highest towing | Highest payload | Configs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 2020–2029 | 2020, 2021, 2022 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 24 |
| 2010s | 2010–2019 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 82 |
| 2000s | 2000–2009 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 89 |
| 1990s | 1990–1999 | 1999 | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | — | 6 |
Ford Mustang payload capacity by year
Payload includes passengers, cargo and trailer tongue weight. It is not the same limit as maximum trailer weight.
| Year | Minimum payload | Maximum payload | Configurations with payload data | Explore |
|---|
Values are calculated from configurations currently in our dataset.
Towing capacity is not the only limit
The usable towing limit can be lower than the headline trailer rating. Depending on the vehicle and hitch, these limits can all matter:
- Max trailer weight — published towing capacity for a configuration
- Payload — people, cargo, equipment and tongue weight on the tow vehicle
- GVWR — gross vehicle weight rating
- GCWR — gross combined weight rating
- GAWR — axle ratings (front/rear)
- Hitch rating — hitch and receiver limits
- Tongue weight — typically a fraction of trailer weight, counted against payload
Check an exact Ford Mustang configuration · Jump to year selection
All Ford Mustang model years
Open a year page to pick your exact configuration and run Tow Check.
- 2022 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2021 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2020 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2019 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2018 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2017 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2016 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2015 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2014 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2013 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2012 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2011 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2010 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2009 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2008 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2007 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2006 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2005 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2004 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2003 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2002 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2001 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 2000 · up to 1,000 lbs
- 1999 · up to 1,000 lbs
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