2001 Mercury Mountaineer AWD towing capacity
The 2001 Mercury Mountaineer AWD is published in 2 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,700 to 6,560 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,560 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer AWD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L SOHC V-6 | 4.0L SOHC V-6 | — | — | — | 5,700 | — | — | — |
| 5.0L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | — | — | — | 6,560 | — | — | — |
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.
Other 2001 Mercury models
The rest of Mercury's 2001 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2001 Mercury Mountaineer 4x2 | 6,760 |
| 2001 Mercury Mountaineer | 6,560 |
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 3,500 |
| 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2,000 |
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1,750 |
| 2001 Mercury Sable (LS Sedan) | 1,750 |
Notes
- Requires Trailer Towing Package, 3.73:1 axle ratio, weight-distributing hitch when towing more than 4000 pounds
- Requires Trailer Towing Package, 3.73:1 axle ratio, weight-distributing hitch when towing more than 4000 pounds
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.