2026 Ford Maverick Towing and Payload Capacity Guide in Burlington, WA

The 2026 Ford Maverick has been engineered for daily driving and light hauling. It has been created for those who wish to use their vehicle to support their active lifestyles. Learn more about what this compact pickup truck can do for you in this guide by us at Dwayne Lane Skagit Ford. 

Engineering

This truck has been designed for multipurpose utility for trips across Burlington and beyond. It uses a standard full hybrid setup consisting of a 2.5L PowerBoost® 4-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor that generates a combined 191 horsepower. Try out the available 2.0L 4-cylinder EcoBoost® engine to unlock 250 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque when you wish for more spirited acceleration. For your everyday hauling activities, you can rely on this Ford model’s 2,000-lb. standard towing capacity¹. You can opt for the available 4K Tow Package² is designed to double the truck’s standard towing limit, allowing it to pull up to 4,000-lb.¹, if you need additional assistance. The Maverick has a 1,500-lb. maximum payload capacity³ to support your tasks.

Items to Tow

We want to tell you what you can do with the 4,000-lb. maximum towing capacity¹, when the 2026 Ford Maverick has been properly equipped. This capability allows you to effortlessly haul midsized recreational gear on your trips to Clear Lake Beach or campgrounds with your family. Have fun on the weekends by hauling a pop-up or teardrop camper behind you. Take a small boat along with you for a fishing adventure. The Pro Trailer Backup Assist™⁴ feature is available on higher trims to help you maneuver whatever you tack onto the back of the truck, letting you automatically straighten the vehicle and trailer out by simply turning a knob.

Utilizing the Payload

As previously mentioned, the Maverick has a maximum payload capacity of up to 1,500 lb.³, depending on the configuration. With this limit, you can confidently haul heavy items, like various landscaping supplies for yardwork or other utility needs. For example, you can fit a riding lawn mower or many combinations of lumber and power tools. Help your family and friends move houses by loading midsized furniture pieces onto the back and transporting them where they need to go. Secure iceboxes or coolers for your kids’ sports games in the truck bed next to any equipment they may need for a day out at Hillcrest Park. Or, pack up a dirt bike or ATV into the back area to have fun on the trails on the weekend. Contact us if you have additional questions about these figures, or wish to learn more about this Ford model!

1. When properly equipped. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, and number of passengers.
2. Max towing on AWD models with available Max Trailer Tow Package. Excludes Maverick® Lobo™ and Tremor® models. When properly equipped. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, and number of passengers.
3. Max payload on Maverick® pickup with AWD 2.0L engine and FWD 2.5L hybrid engine. Excludes Maverick® Lobo™ and Tremor® models. Max payload varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration. See label on doorjamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle. Always properly secure cargo.
4 . Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment, and need to control the vehicle. They do not make your vehicle autonomous or replace your responsibility to drive safely. Please only use if you will pay attention to the road and be prepared to take over at any time. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.