Ford Focus towing capacity by year

The Ford Focus has tow data across 17 model years, from 2000 through 2018. The most recent 2018 Ford Focus carries a maximum tow rating of 2,425 lb. The highest tow rating recorded for the nameplate was the 2007 model year at 2,600 lb.

Pick a year below to open the full Ford Focus 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 Focus max tow rating, last 4 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Ford Focus, 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 Focus years (2014–2018)

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

Older Ford Focus years (2000–2013)

Earlier model years for the Ford Focus, going back to 2000. 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.