Ford Taurus towing capacity
The 2019 Ford Taurus is rated for 1,000 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
2019 Ford Taurus, highest published rating1,000 lbsHitch type not stated.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2019 Ford Taurus
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD/AWDAutomaticno factory-installed towing equipment for this application; aftermarket accessory only; hitch type not stated; Taurus SHO is not rated to tow a trailer; rating printed for FWD/AWD | 3.5L V6 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | p. 33 | ||
| FWD/AWDAutomaticno factory-installed towing equipment for this application; aftermarket accessory only; hitch type not stated; Taurus SHO is not rated to tow a trailer; rating printed for FWD/AWD | 3.5L V6 | AWD | 1,000 lbs | p. 33 |
Source: 2019 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2018 Ford Taurus
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 31 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | AWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 31 |
Source: 2018 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2017 Ford Taurus
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 3: FWD only; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 29 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 29 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | AWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 29 |
Source: 2017 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2016 Ford Taurus
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; footnote 3: FWD only; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 2.0L I4 EcoBoost® | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | AWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 |
Source: 2016 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2015 Ford Taurus
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; footnote 3: FWD only; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 2.0L I4 EcoBoost® | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | FWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 | |
| Taurus FWD/AWDAutomatic Transmissionhitch type not stated for this table; footnote 1: no factory towing equipment, aftermarket accessory only; axle configuration printed as FWD/AWD covers both; footnote 2: Taurus SHO not rated to tow | 3.5L V6 | AWD | 1,000 lbs | aftermarket towing equipment | p. 24 |
Source: 2015 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
Common questions
How has the Ford Taurus's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2019: 1,000 lbs; 2018: 1,000 lbs; 2017: 1,000 lbs; 2016: 1,000 lbs; 2015: 1,000 lbs.
What hitch are the Ford Taurus ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.
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