A pickup truck is a workhorse that should be able to tackle the most challenging loads and terrains. Whether you’re choosing a truck for work or recreation, the Ford Maverick is a capable vehicle that delivers outstanding performance and service. Despite its surprisingly compact dimensions, this four-door, five-seater truck can unleash a towing capacity of up to 4,000 pounds. Let’s take a closer look at the impressive towing capabilities of the 2025 Ford Maverick.
Understanding Towing Capacity
If towing and hauling are a priority for your pickup, a good understanding of the Maverick’s capability will help you decide if this truck is an ideal fit for you. The towing capacity of a vehicle is the maximum weight it can safely tow. Look in your vehicle handbook to find out how much your Maverick can tow.
Why Does Towing Capacity Matter?
Towing capacity is important because exceeding the specified limit will compromise the safety of your vehicle. If you tow a load that is more than the maximum specified weight:
- It can become harder to control your vehicle.
- You’ll experience greater stopping distances.
- There’s an increased risk of damage to your vehicle and mechanical failure.
This poses a risk to both you and your passengers, as well as other motorists. Many people use rule-of-thumb calculations to estimate towing capacity based on vehicle size, length, and weight. However, this is not a reliable method, as a variety of factors, including engine specifications, axle weight rating, and braking power, contribute to the vehicle’s ability to tow safely.
Engine Options and Towing Capacities
Whether you want to camp, boat, or need to haul materials for work, the 2025 Ford Maverick can meet your needs. The exact towing capacities of the Ford Maverick will depend on the trim and engine you select.
The 2025 Ford Maverick is available with the following trims and engine options:
Ford Maverick Lobo
The Maverick Lobo is an urban-friendly base model that can still be put to work when necessary. It comes with a 2-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine that delivers 250 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque with seven-speed automatic transmission. The Lobo trim has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds with up to 1,000 pounds of payload.
Ford Maverick Tremor
The off-road-ready Ford Maverick Tremor features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 250 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque with eight-speed automatic transmission. The Tremor has a specified towing capacity of 2,000 pounds as standard. If you select Ford’s 4K Tow Package, you can boost this to 4,000 pounds.
Ford Maverick Lariat
The Ford Maverick Lariat’s powertrain also features the 2-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine with eight-speed transmission. Like other trims, its base towing capacity is 2,000 pounds, which you can double by adding the 4K Tow Package.
Ford Maverick XLT and XL
The bold and bossy Ford Maverick XLT and XL models also feature Ford’s EcoBoost four-cylinder engine. You can expect to tow up to 4,000 pounds with ease if you opt for Ford’s 4K Tow Package.
You can also choose a 2.5-liter hybrid engine that delivers 191 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque and tows up to 2,000 pounds. The hybrid all-wheel-drive option is available for the 2025 XL, XLT, and Lariat trims.
Maximum Towing Capacity: Pushing the Limits
The engineering of these compact trucks ensures excellent towing capability. The 2025 Maverick features innovative vehicle design, performance-tuned steering and brakes, and a responsive transmission. This is enough for a modest U-Haul trailer, single-horse trailer, or jet ski. However, there is only so much the Ford Maverick lower trims models can do. The base powertrain, axle gear ratios, and engine heating and cooling can’t cope with towing more than 2,000 pounds. Despite this, there is a way you can get this small truck to tow big stuff.
Towing Features and Technologies
The Maverick can step up to bigger loads with a targeted optional upgrade that overhauls the truck’s powertrain and allows the Maverick to tow more. Ford’s 4K Tow Package doubles the towing capacity across most Maverick trims, transforming this truck into a 4,000-pound towing powerhouse. This package of engineering upgrades and innovative technology equips the Maverick to tow like a much larger vehicle, outclassing competitor models.
Ford 4K Tow Package Features
- All-wheel drive.
- Lower axle gear ratios.
- Premium all-season tires selected for performance in all weather conditions.
- Trailer brake controller.
- 7-pin connector trailer hitch receiver.
- Upgraded cooling fan and radiator.
- Transmission oil cooling.
Payload Capacity: Beyond Towing
Of course, shifting cargo is a primary benefit of a pickup truck. The 2025 Maverick doesn’t disappoint with its impressive payload capacity that enhances its utility. The payload capacity across all trims is 1500 pounds, distributed between the Maverick’s 4.5-foot cargo bed and spacious interior. In addition, you can comfortably seat up to five people in the Maverick’s four-door crew cab.
Towing Tips and Best Practices
Towing can easily go wrong, so we recommend you use these simple tips to ensure that you haul safely with your Maverick:
1. Always stay well within the payload and towing capacity limits.
2. Pack trailers and loads carefully with the heaviest and most awkward items loaded first.
3. Secure and stabilize loads with bungee cords, ropes, or straps.
4. Ensure you properly adjust your mirrors to maximize visibility at the rear of the vehicle.
5. Complete essential vehicle checks, such as lights, brakes, oil, and tires.
Visit John Kennedy Ford Pottstown To Shop the 2025 Ford Maverick
The 2025 Ford Maverick is one of this year’s most hotly anticipated vehicles. At John Kennedy Ford Pottstown, we’re pleased to offer the new Ford Maverick across all trims with our signature welcome and customer service. Join us and experience the great handling, power, and practicality of this bestselling vehicle. Our sales team is waiting to get you behind the wheel and answer all your questions. Contact us online, by phone, or stop by our dealership to book your complimentary test drive today.
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