What types of RVs will work with my Escape?

With your 800 lbs safe towing capacity, you're looking at a great selection of travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, and pop-up campers. We've put together a list of compatible RVs on our site — take a look and see what catches your eye.

2011 Ford Escape Limited Hybrid Towing Capacity

Q: How much can I actually tow with my 2011 Ford Escape Limited Hybrid?

Your 2011 Ford Escape Limited Hybrid can tow up to 1,000 lbs according to the manufacturer. But here's our advice: stay around 80% of that (about 800 lbs) for a much better towing experience. You'll have room for hills, headwinds, and those unexpected moments on the road.

Q: What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?

You've got 0 lbs of payload capacity. That's everything that goes IN your truck: passengers, camping gear, coolers, and don't forget — the tongue weight from your trailer counts too. It adds up faster than you'd think!

Q: What kind of hitch do I need for my Escape?

For your 1,000 lbs towing capacity, you'll want a Class II hitch. Make sure whatever hitch you buy is rated for the weight you're actually planning to tow — not just the minimum.

2.5L I4 • 177 HP • 136 lb-ft

(5-Door) • AWD

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Max Towing

1,000 lbs

Class II Hitch

0 lbs

Payload

136 lb-ft

Torque

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Fuel Type

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GVWR

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Fuel Economy

EPA 30/27/29

Light Tow 16.1 mpg

Heavy Tow 11.8 mpg

~325 mi

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Light Duty Towing Class

At 1,000 lbs, you'll want to stick with lighter trailers. We always recommend staying around 80% of your max (that's 800 lbs for you) — it's easier on your truck and gives you a safety buffer for hills and headwinds.

What Real Owners Get

We pulled data from 220 actual Escape owners — they're averaging 21.5 mpg day-to-day. Once you hook up a trailer, expect somewhere between 11.8-16.1 mpg depending on what you're pulling.

Budget Your Trip

Let's say you're planning a 500-mile trip while towing. At 11.8 mpg, you're looking at roughly $136 in fuel. That works out to about $27 per 100 miles — handy to know when you're planning adventures.

RVs That Fit Your Truck

These all fall within your safe towing range of 800 lbs (we use 80% of max to give you breathing room)

Use the tow calculator to find RVs that match your towing capacity.

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Recommended Towing Gear

Equipment recommended for 1,000 lbs towing capacity

Class II Hitch

Rated for up to 1,000 lbs

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Brake Controller

Required for trailers over 3,000 lbs

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Towing Mirrors

Extended visibility for safe towing

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Specifications

Max Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs

Max Payload 0 lbs

GVWR 0 lbs

GCWR 0 lbs

Curb Weight 3,829 lbs

Hitch Class Class II

Cargo Capacity 28 cu ft

Engine 2.5L

Horsepower 177 HP @ 6000 rpm

Torque 136 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm

Transmission continuously variable-speed automatic

Drive Type All Wheel Drive

Fuel Type Regular unleaded

Fuel Tank 15.1 gallons

Length 174.7"

Width 71.1"

Height 67.7"

Ground Clearance 8.3"

Other 2011 Ford Escape Configurations

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Configuration	Max Towing	MPG
2025 Ford Escape Platinum AWD	3,500 lbs	26.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite AWD	3,500 lbs	26.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape ST-Line Select AWD	3,500 lbs	26.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape Active FWD	2,000 lbs	30.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape Active AWD	2,000 lbs	28.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape ST-Line AWD	2,000 lbs	28.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape ST-Line FWD	2,000 lbs	30.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid AWD	1,500 lbs	39.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid FWD	1,500 lbs	39.0 mpg	→
2025 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid FWD	1,500 lbs	40.0 mpg	→

Common Questions

How much can I actually tow with my 2011 Ford Escape Limited Hybrid?

Your 2011 Ford Escape Limited Hybrid can tow up to 1,000 lbs according to the manufacturer. But here's our advice: stay around 80% of that (about 800 lbs) for a much better towing experience. You'll have room for hills, headwinds, and those unexpected moments on the road.

What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?

You've got 0 lbs of payload capacity. That's everything that goes IN your truck: passengers, camping gear, coolers, and don't forget — the tongue weight from your trailer counts too. It adds up faster than you'd think!

What kind of hitch do I need?

For your 1,000 lbs towing capacity, you'll want a Class II hitch. Make sure whatever hitch you buy is rated for the weight you're actually planning to tow — not just the minimum. A little overkill on the hitch is always better than not enough.

What types of RVs will work with my truck?

With your 800 lbs safe towing capacity, you're looking at pop-up campers and smaller travel trailers. We've put together a list of compatible RVs above — take a look and see what catches your eye.

What does GVWR mean and why should I care?

GVWR stands for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating — yours is 0 lbs. Think of it as the maximum your truck can weigh when it's fully loaded with people, gear, fuel, everything. Exceed it and you're putting extra stress on your brakes, suspension, and tires. Not worth the risk.

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