The EPA range rating on your EV window sticker was not measured while towing. It was measured in a controlled laboratory cycle with no trailer, optimized for efficiency. The moment you hitch up, that number no longer applies.
This reference table compiles real-world EV towing range data for every major electric and plug-in hybrid tow vehicle currently on the market. All figures assume highway-speed towing (60–70 mph) with a mid-size recreational trailer (2,000–5,000 lb loaded) unless otherwise noted. Figures are estimates derived from owner community testing, independent media testing, and manufacturer disclosures.
Methodology note: No standardized EV towing test exists equivalent to EPA unladen testing. Figures below represent the consensus of available real-world data. Expect ±10–15% variation based on your specific trailer, speed, temperature, and terrain.
Full-Size Electric Trucks
| Vehicle / Trim | Battery | EPA Range | Max Tow Cap. | Est. Towing Range | Range Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum (Ext. Range) | 131 kWh | 320 mi | 10,000 lb | 95–115 mi | ~64–70% |
| Ford F-150 Lightning XLT (Std. Range) | 98 kWh | 240 mi | 7,700 lb | 75–90 mi | ~63–69% |
| Rivian R1T (Max Pack) | ~180 kWh | 410 mi | 11,000 lb | 145–165 mi | ~60–65% |
| Rivian R1T (Large Pack) | ~135 kWh | 352 mi | 11,000 lb | 120–140 mi | ~60–66% |
| Rivian R1T (Standard Pack) | ~105 kWh | 314 mi | 11,000 lb | 105–125 mi | ~60–67% |
| Tesla Cybertruck AWD | ~123 kWh | 340 mi | 11,000 lb | 125–145 mi | ~57–63% |
| Tesla Cybertruck RWD | ~100 kWh | 250 mi | 7,500 lb | 90–105 mi | ~58–64% |
| Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck | 200 kWh | 450 mi | 10,000 lb | 195–215 mi | ~52–57% |
| Chevy Silverado EV RST First Ed. | 200 kWh | 440 mi | 10,000 lb | 190–210 mi | ~52–57% |
| GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 | 200 kWh | 440 mi | 9,500 lb | 190–210 mi | ~52–57% |
| Ram 1500 REV | 229 kWh | 350+ mi (est.) | 14,000 lb | 155–175 mi (est.) | ~50–56% (est.) |
Electric and Hybrid SUVs
| Vehicle / Trim | Battery | EPA Range | Max Tow Cap. | Est. Towing Range | Range Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model X Long Range AWD | ~100 kWh | 348 mi | 5,000 lb | 115–135 mi | ~61–67% |
| Tesla Model X Plaid | ~100 kWh | 333 mi | 5,000 lb | 110–130 mi | ~61–67% |
| Rivian R1S (Max Pack) | ~180 kWh | 410 mi | 7,700 lb | 140–160 mi | ~61–66% |
| Rivian R1S (Large Pack) | ~135 kWh | 352 mi | 7,700 lb | 120–140 mi | ~60–66% |
| Kia EV9 GT-Line AWD | 99.8 kWh | 304 mi | 5,000 lb | 90–105 mi | ~65–70% |
| BMW iX xDrive50 | 111.5 kWh | 324 mi | 5,511 lb | 100–115 mi | ~64–69% |
| Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC | 66.5 kWh | 245 mi | 3,500 lb | 80–95 mi | ~61–67% |
| Volvo EX90 Twin Motor | 111 kWh | 300 mi | 5,511 lb | 95–110 mi | ~63–68% |
Plug-In Hybrid Tow Vehicles (Electric Mode)
PHEVs present a different situation: their electric-only range is already limited (20–50 miles typically), and towing in EV mode reduces that further. Once the EV range is depleted, the ICE engine handles towing with conventional fuel efficiency.
| Vehicle | EV Range (Unladen) | Est. EV Towing Range | Hybrid Mode Towing MPG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 PowerBoost (Non-PHEV Hybrid) | N/A (mild hybrid) | N/A | 17–19 mpg towing |
| Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV | 22 mi EV | 12–16 mi | ~15–17 mpg towing |
| Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV | 42 mi EV | 20–28 mi | ~24–28 mpg towing (combined) |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe | 25 mi EV | 14–18 mi | ~16–18 mpg towing |
| Ford Escape PHEV | 37 mi EV | 18–24 mi (light loads) | ~28–32 mpg towing (combined) |
Reading the Data: What It Actually Means
No electric tow vehicle currently available delivers over 215 miles of towing range at highway speed. Even the best-performing vehicles (Silverado EV, Sierra EV, Ram REV) with 200+ kWh battery packs deliver at best 50% of their unladen range when towing.
For the typical recreational towing use case — a powersports owner driving 150–250 miles one-way to a destination — even the highest-range EVs require at least one charging stop each way under towing load. Most require 2–3.
The Chevy Silverado EV's exceptional performance (195–215 mi towing) comes from its 200 kWh battery — nearly 60% larger than the Rivian R1T Standard Pack. This is a "bigger battery" solution that works for range but comes with significant cost, weight, and vehicle size consequences. The Silverado EV Work Truck starts at approximately $75,000; the Silverado EV RST is over $100,000.
How to Use This Table
Use this table to:
- Plan trips based on your actual vehicle's towing range, not EPA ratings
- Compare vehicles before a purchase decision if EV towing is a primary use case
- Calculate charging stops — divide one-way trip distance by estimated towing range to determine the number of charging stops needed
- Evaluate the powered trailer tradeoff — if your trip requires 2+ charging stops each way, a powered trailer that reduces charging stops to 0–1 may justify its cost
The Aslin changes the math for every vehicle on this list.
By driving its own wheels, the Aslin powered trailer removes the trailer's energy demand from your EV's battery. Up to 150 miles of towing range — regardless of which vehicle is in front.
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