What Is the Towing Capacity of a Ford F-150?

The F-150 perfectly embodies the Built Ford Tough® reputation that’s so well-known among Matteson drivers, whether it’s horsepower or towing capacity. What is the towing capacity of the Ford F-150? The 2023 Ford F-150 towing capacity goes up to a massive 14,000 pounds, depending on which engine or options you choose. Let’s take a closer look at how this truck’s trailering capabilities break out by engine.

What Is the Towing Capacity of a Ford F-150 With a V8 Engine?

The new F-150 offers several engine options. They’re all powerful, but they each have their own towing capacity. So, what is the towing capacity of a Ford F-150 equipped with the V8 engine, and how does it compare to the Hybrid V6? You might be surprised that the heaviest towing capacity of this truck isn’t delivered by either of those engines, but instead is accomplished by the 3.5L EcoBoost V6. Whichever engine option you choose, you’ll be able to take our New Lenox roads like a boss. Check out the towing capacity and other specs of each engine below.

2023 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity by Engine

3.3L Ti-VCT V6

• 290 hp
• 265 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity

2.7L EcoBoost® V6

• 325 hp
• 400 lb-ft of torque
• 10,000-pound maximum towing capacity

5.0L Ti-VCT V8

• 400 hp
• 410 lb-ft of torque
• 13,000-pound maximum towing capacity

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®

• 450 hp
• 510 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity

3.5L EcoBoost® V6

• 400 hp
• 500 lb-ft of torque
• 14,000-pound maximum towing capacity

3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6

• 430 hp
• 570 lb-ft of torque
• 12,700-pound maximum towing capacity

High-Output Supercharged 5.2L V8 

• 700 hp
• 640 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity

2023 Ford F-150 Towing-Related Features

If you’ve done a lot of towing along our New Lenox roads, you know how important it is to have the right features. Fortunately, the new F-150 comes with several features that will make your towing jobs safer and easier:

• Rear-View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist
• AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control
• Curve Control
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
• Factory-installed trailer brake controller

Test Drive the 2023 Ford F-150 at Sutton Ford of Matteson

So, what will you hitch up to the back of your Ford F-150? It all starts with a test drive, and you can do that today at our dealership. Just be sure to take advantage of our offers and incentives. In the meantime, you can learn even more by checking out our Ford model research. We’re just a short drive away from Hammond. So, come on in or contact us today.