Ford Taurus Towing Capacities (2008 - 2019): Your Comprehensive Guide

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team

Last Updated 2023-04-01

Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Overview

The Ford Taurus towing capacity ranges between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as specified in our data below, organized by trim, option package, and model year.

For instance, the 2019 Ford Taurus has a minimum towing capacity of 1,000 lbs, while the 2009 Ford Taurus has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Ford Taurus.

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2019 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2019 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2019 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2019 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2018 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2017 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2017 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
Limited EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2016 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2016 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
Limited EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2015 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2015 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
Limited EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2014 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2014 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
Limited EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT (FFV) \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2013 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2013 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SE EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited EcoBoost Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| TI-VCT FFV \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 288 HP \| 254 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2012 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SHO Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| GTDI ECOBOOST \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 365 HP \| 350 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2011 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Ford Taurus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SHO Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| GTDI ECOBOOST \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 365 HP \| 350 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DURATEC \| 6 Spd Selectshift Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2009 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2009 Ford Taurus towing capacity is between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as shown in the table below.

2009 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
X SEL Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X SEL Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Limited Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Limited Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Eddie Bauer Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Eddie Bauer Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs

2009 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SE Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

2008 Ford Taurus Towing Capacity Data

The 2008 Ford Taurus towing capacity is between 1,000 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as shown in the table below.

2008 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
X SEL Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X SEL Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Limited Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Limited Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Eddie Bauer Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs
X Eddie Bauer Wagon	3.5L \| V6 \| SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	2,000 lbs

2008 Ford Taurus Towing Capacities Continued
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain \| Horsepower \| Torque	Towing Capacity
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
SEL Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| AWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs
Limited Sedan	3.5L \| V6 \| DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC \| 6 Spd Auto \| FWD \| 263 HP \| 249 ft/lbs	1,000 lbs

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.