2003 Mercury Mountaineer AWD towing capacity
The 2003 Mercury Mountaineer AWD is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,300 to 6,880 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,880 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2003 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 V-6 | 4.0L V-6 | — | — | — | 3,300 | — | — | — |
| 4.0L V-6 | 4.0L V-6 | — | — | — | 5,280 | — | — | — |
| 4.6L V-8 | 4.6L V-8 | — | — | — | 3,300 | — | — | — |
| 4.6L V-8 | 4.6L V-8 | — | — | — | 6,880 | — | — | — |
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 2002
The 2002 Mercury Mountaineer AWD carried a maximum tow rating of 5,550 lb. The 2003 model adds 1,330 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2002 Mercury Mountaineer AWD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2003 Mercury models
The rest of Mercury's 2003 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2003 Mercury Mountaineer | 7,040 |
| 2003 Mercury Mountaineer 2WD | 7,040 |
| 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2,000 |
| 2003 Mercury Marauder | 2,000 |
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 1,750 |
| 2003 Mercury Sable SedanDuratec | 1,750 |
Notes
- With built-in Class II hitch.
- Requires trailer-towing package with limited slip rear differential.
- With built-in Class II hitch.
- Requires trailer-towing package with limited slip rear differential.
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.