How Much Can a Ford Maverick Tow? 2026 Maverick Towing Capacity Explained
Posted at Fri, Oct 30, 2026 4:21 PM
The 2026 Ford Maverick tows up to 2,000 pounds as standard and up to 4,000 pounds when properly equipped with the available 4K Tow Package, which requires all-wheel drive and is offered with both the hybrid and the 2.0L EcoBoost. Veterans Ford in Tampa can match you with the right Maverick for your trailer.
Ford Maverick towing: quick answers
How much can a Ford Maverick tow?
Every 2026 Maverick is rated to tow up to 2,000 pounds. All-wheel-drive Mavericks equipped with the available 4K Tow Package are rated up to 4,000 pounds.
Can the Ford Maverick Hybrid tow 4,000 pounds?
Yes. A Maverick Hybrid with all-wheel drive and the 4K Tow Package is rated up to 4,000 pounds. A front-wheel-drive Maverick Hybrid is rated up to 2,000 pounds.
What is the Ford Maverick's payload capacity?
The Maverick carries up to 1,500 pounds of payload when properly equipped. Payload varies by powertrain and trim, so the exact figure for a specific truck is on the label inside the driver's door.
Do the Maverick Lobo and Tremor tow 4,000 pounds?
Ford lists the Maverick Lobo and Maverick Tremor at up to 2,000 pounds of towing.
What can a Ford Maverick tow?
A 2,000-pound rating covers many small utility trailers and personal watercraft. A 4,000-pound rating opens the door to small boats and compact campers. Always go by the loaded weight of the trailer and everything on it.
Does towing change my Maverick's maintenance schedule?
Yes. Ford treats regular towing as a special operating condition, which shortens some service intervals, such as transmission fluid and spark plugs. Our service team can set up the right schedule for how you use your truck.
Ford Maverick towing capacity by configuration
The Maverick's towing rating depends on two things: whether the truck has all-wheel drive, and whether it has the 4K Tow Package. Here is how the 2026 lineup breaks down.
| Configuration | Standard towing | With 4K Tow Package |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L Hybrid, front-wheel drive | Up to 2,000 lbs | Not offered |
| 2.5L Hybrid, all-wheel drive | Up to 2,000 lbs | Up to 4,000 lbs |
| 2.0L EcoBoost, front-wheel drive | Up to 2,000 lbs | Not offered |
| 2.0L EcoBoost, all-wheel drive | Up to 2,000 lbs | Up to 4,000 lbs |
| Maverick Lobo | Up to 2,000 lbs | Not offered |
| Maverick Tremor | Up to 2,000 lbs | Not offered |
New for 2026, the 2.0L EcoBoost is available with front-wheel drive again. If towing more than 2,000 pounds is part of the plan, choose an all-wheel-drive Maverick with the 4K Tow Package.
What is the Ford Maverick 4K Tow Package?
The 4K Tow Package is the factory option that raises the Maverick's towing rating from 2,000 to 4,000 pounds. It is available on all-wheel-drive Mavericks with either the hybrid or the 2.0L EcoBoost.
Because it is a factory package, it is the dependable way to get the higher rating. Adding a hitch alone does not change what the truck is rated to tow. When you shop Maverick inventory, look for the 4K Tow Package in the vehicle's equipment list, or ask our team to find one for you.
Maverick payload and bed size
The Maverick carries up to 1,500 pounds of payload when properly equipped, in a 4.5-foot bed. Payload counts everything in the cab and bed, including passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight.
That combination makes the Maverick a practical fit for weekend projects, trips to the home improvement store and hauling gear to the boat ramp, with room for five people inside.
Towing and fuel economy: the hybrid advantage
The Maverick is one of the few pickups that pairs real towing ability with hybrid fuel economy. The 2026 Maverick Hybrid with front-wheel drive earns an EPA-estimated 42 mpg city, 35 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined. The hybrid with all-wheel drive earns an EPA-estimated 37 mpg combined.
That means one truck can handle the weekday commute across Tampa and still tow a small boat or trailer on the weekend.
Tips for towing safely with your Maverick
Staying within your truck's ratings is the most important part of towing safely. A few habits help every trip go smoothly:
- Weigh your loaded trailer, or use its rated gross weight, and keep it within your Maverick's rating.
- Check trailer lights, tire pressure and the hitch connection before you leave.
- Distribute the trailer's load evenly and secure everything inside it.
- Allow extra following and stopping distance, and take turns wider than usual.
- Follow the towing guidance in your owner's manual.
Need to tow more than 4,000 pounds?
If your trailer is heavier than 4,000 pounds, a larger Ford pickup is the better fit. The Ford Ranger tows up to 7,500 pounds when properly equipped, and the F-150 goes further still. Compare the two smaller trucks in our Ford Ranger vs. Maverick guide, or see our F-150 Towing Capacity page.
Find your Maverick at Veterans Ford
Veterans Ford is on West Linebaugh Avenue in Tampa, near Citrus Park, Carrollwood and Westchase. Browse our new Maverick inventory online, filter for all-wheel drive and the 4K Tow Package, and schedule a test drive. You can also call our sales team at 813-845-8796.