2020 Lincoln Aviator towing capacity
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator is published in 7 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,600 to 6,700 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,700 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2020 Lincoln Aviator 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 4dr Rear-wheel Drive | — | 400 | 400 | 3.58 | 6,700 | — | — | — |
| Standard 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 400 | 400 | 3.58 | 6,700 | — | — | — |
| Reserve 4dr Rear-wheel Drive | — | 400 | 400 | 3.58 | 6,700 | — | — | — |
| Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 400 | 400 | 3.58 | 6,700 | — | — | — |
| Grand Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 494 | 630 | 3.31 | 5,600 | — | — | — |
| Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 494 | 630 | 3.58 | 6,700 | — | — | — |
| Black Label Grand Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 494 | 630 | 3.31 | 5,600 | — | — | — |
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 2005
The 2005 Lincoln Aviator carried a maximum tow rating of 7,100 lb. The 2020 model is rated 400 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2005 Lincoln Aviator page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2020 Lincoln models
The rest of Lincoln's 2020 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator 2WD | 8,700 |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator L 2WD | 8,400 |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator 4WD | 8,300 |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator L 4WD | 8,100 |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator | 8,000 |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator L | 8,000 |
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.