Ford Escort/ZX2 towing capacity by year
The Ford Escort/ZX2 has tow data across 4 model years, from 1998 through 2002. The most recent 2002 Ford Escort/ZX2 carries a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Ford Escort/ZX2 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.
Ford Escort/ZX2 max tow rating, last 4 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Ford Escort/ZX2, 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 Ford Escort/ZX2 years (1998–2002)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Ford Escort/ZX2 | 1 | 1,000 |
| 2001 Ford Escort/ZX2 | 1 | 1,000 |
| 1999 Ford Escort/ZX2 | 1 | 1,000 |
| 1998 Ford Escort/ZX2 | 1 | 1,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.