Ford Flex towing capacity by year
The Ford Flex has tow data across 10 model years, from 2009 through 2018. The most recent 2018 Ford Flex carries a maximum tow rating of 4,500 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Ford Flex 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 Flex max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Ford Flex, 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 Flex years (2014–2018)
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
| 2017 Ford Flex | 5 | 4,000 |
| 2016 Ford Flex | 5 | 4,000 |
| 2015 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
| 2014 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
Older Ford Flex years (2009–2013)
Earlier model years for the Ford Flex, going back to 2009. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
| 2012 Ford Flex | 4 | 4,500 |
| 2011 Ford Flex | 4 | 4,500 |
| 2010 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
| 2009 Ford Flex | 3 | 4,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.