Ford Expedition EL 4WD towing capacity by year
The Ford Expedition EL 4WD has tow data across 7 model years, from 2008 through 2017. The most recent 2017 Ford Expedition EL 4WD carries a maximum tow rating of 9,200 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Ford Expedition EL 4WD 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 Expedition EL 4WD max tow rating, last 3 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Ford Expedition EL 4WD, 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 Expedition EL 4WD years (2013–2017)
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 9,200 |
| 2014 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 8,700 |
| 2013 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 8,700 |
Older Ford Expedition EL 4WD years (2008–2012)
Earlier model years for the Ford Expedition EL 4WD, going back to 2008. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 8,700 |
| 2010 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 8,700 |
| 2009 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 1 | 8,700 |
| 2008 Ford Expedition EL 4WD | 2 | 8,750 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.