1994 Ford Aerostar towing capacity
The 1994 Ford Aerostar is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 4,600 to 4,900 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (4,900 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1994 Ford Aerostar with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,900 | — | 3,296 | — |
| Extended Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,900 | — | 3,390 | — |
| Window Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,700 | — | 3,296 | — |
| Extended Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,600 | — | 3,558 | — |
| Extended Window Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,800 | — | 3,390 | — |
| Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,800 | — | 3,481 | — |
| Window Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,700 | — | 3,296 | — |
| Extended Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,600 | — | 3,558 | — |
| Extended Window Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,800 | — | 3,390 | — |
| Minivan | V6, 3.0 Liter | 135 | 160 | — | 4,800 | — | 3,481 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1993
The 1993 Ford Aerostar carried a maximum tow rating of 4,900 lb. The 1994 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 1993 Ford Aerostar page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1994 Ford models
The rest of Ford's 1994 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1994 Ford F-Super Duty | 12,500 |
| 1994 Ford Econoline E350 Cargo | 10,000 |
| 1994 Ford F250 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
| 1994 Ford F250 Super CAB | 10,000 |
| 1994 Ford F350 Crew CAB | 10,000 |
| 1994 Ford F350 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.