Lincoln Aviator towing capacity by year

The Lincoln Aviator has tow data across 8 model years, from 2003 through 2025. The most recent 2025 Lincoln Aviator carries a maximum tow rating of 5,000 lb. The highest tow rating recorded for the nameplate was the 2004 model year at 7,300 lb. The nameplate has been in continuous production long enough to span the pre-SAE J2807 and post-J2807 eras of towing capacity testing.

Pick a year below to open the full Lincoln Aviator page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

Lincoln Aviator max tow rating, last 4 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Lincoln Aviator, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent Lincoln Aviator years (2021–2025)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Older Lincoln Aviator years (2003–2020)

Earlier model years for the Lincoln Aviator, going back to 2003. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.