2021 Ford F-150 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 towing capacity
The 2021 Ford F-150 with the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 tows up to 12,700 lb. That figure requires SuperCrew 4x2, 3.73 axle, Max Trailer Tow Package.
What it means loaded
A trailer at the full 12,700 lb puts roughly 1,524 lb on the hitch at a typical 12% tongue weight. Against the 2021 Ford F-150's best-case payload of 3,325 lb, that leaves about 1,801 lb for passengers, fuel, gear and the weight-distributing hitch.
Against the other 2021 engines
| Engine | Max towing | vs. this engine | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 | 12,700 lb | this page | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
| 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 8,200 lb | −4,500 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 10,100 lb | −2,600 lb | 325 hp / 400 lb-ft |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 13,000 lb | +300 lb | 400 hp / 410 lb-ft |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 14,000 lb | +1,300 lb | 400 hp / 500 lb-ft |
The 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 across model years
| Year | Max towing | GCWR | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12,700 lb | 18,100 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
| 2024 | 12,700 lb | 18,100 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
| 2023 | 12,700 lb | 18,100 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
| 2022 | 12,700 lb | 18,100 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
| 2021 | 12,700 lb | 18,100 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
Source: Ford 2021 RV & Trailer Towing Guide.
Common questions
How much can a 2021 Ford F-150 with the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 tow?
Up to 12,700 lb, configured as SuperCrew 4x2, 3.73 axle, Max Trailer Tow Package. The engine makes 430 hp and 570 lb-ft, with a GCWR of 18,100 lb. Your own truck's rating depends on its cab, bed, drivetrain and axle ratio, and is printed on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
How much less does the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 tow than the top 2021 Ford F-150 engine?
The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is rated at 14,000 lb, which is 1,300 lb more than the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6's 12,700 lb. Whether that gap matters depends on payload — tongue weight, not towing capacity, is what most half-ton owners actually run out of first.
Does the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 need the tow package to reach 12,700 lb?
Yes. That rating assumes SuperCrew 4x2, 3.73 axle, Max Trailer Tow Package. Without the factory tow package — the upgraded receiver, wiring, cooling and in most cases a specific axle ratio — the same engine is rated substantially lower.
Related
Check your door jamb. The figures here are the maximum ratings for a properly equipped truck in its best towing configuration. Your specific truck's cab, bed, drivetrain, axle ratio and options all lower it. The certification label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual are the authority for your vehicle. Source: Ford 2021 RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Figures reviewed 10 August 2026.