Real World Towing Experience

[pd1980]

We are considering a 2020 Ford Explorer ST and I was wondering if anyone could share any real world towing experiences of towing a trailer/boat/horse in the 4,000 plus pound range with their Explorer? Just want to hear feedback on handling, stopping, etc. and any other insight or observations.

Thanks for your help!

 

[blwnsmoke]

Nobody has posted yet about towing anything like you are asking for so I wouldn't expect much response. What I will say though is with the 400/415 rating, 10 speed and rwd, it should pull that with ease. Braking has more to do with the break controller you select, weight distribution hitch (if recommended) and how you have the brakes setup. You should not feel the trailer pushing you if setup correctly which has to do with the user, not the vehicle.

 

[hbalek]

We are considering a 2020 Ford Explorer ST and I was wondering if anyone could share any real world towing experiences of towing a trailer/boat/horse in the 4,000 plus pound range with their Explorer? Just want to hear feedback on handling, stopping, etc. and any other insight or observations.

Thanks for your help!

This is the most thorough review of towing with the Ford Explorer ST you'll probably ever find!

3,500 mi pulling 5,000 lb. RV trailer!

February 25th – March 27th Miles: 3,563.0 MPG: 8.4 This was our first trip RVing. 2020 ST in Trailer Tow mode pulling 4,700 lb. 2017 Starcraft Launch 21FBS General impressions: We loaded it up and drove from Hudson, MA to West Palm Beach, FL and returned. We drove 5-6 hours (about 400 mi)...

www.explorerst.org

 

[pd1980]

This is as thorough review of towing with the Ford Explorer ST you'll probably ever find!

3,500 mi pulling 5,000 lb. RV trailer!

February 25th – March 27th Miles: 3,563.0 MPG: 8.4 This was our first trip RVing. 2020 ST in Trailer Tow mode pulling 4,700 lb. 2017 Starcraft Launch 21FBS General impressions: We loaded it up and drove from Hudson, MA to West Palm Beach, FL and returned. We drove 5-6 hours (about 400 mi)...

www.explorerst.org

Thanks for the replies! It is much appreciated.

 

[peterk9]

Welcome to the Forum.

Peter