Why Does Trailer Hitch for 2013 Ford Fusion Have Higher Towing Capacity than Vehicle

Published 09/14/2017

Question:

I have a 2013 Ford Fusion SE with 2.0L engine. You offer a class II hitch with capacity of 3500lb. But the car is only rated for 2000lb. And if you have a 1.6L or 2.5L, it is only rated for 1000lb. So I am confused how you offer a 3500lb hitch?

asked by: Bill H

Expert Reply:

Our trailer hitches are designed with the towing capacity of the vehicle they are intended for in mind, but they are then rated separately which is why you'll see a lot of time our hitches having higher towing capacities than the vehicles they fit.

So we have the Curt hitch part # C12091 which is a great option that has a 3,500 lb towing capacity by itself, but when installed on your 2013 Ford Fusion it would have only the lower vehicle rating as the overall capacity.

expert reply by: Jameson C