Johnrg2

If it didn't come with a hitch then it doesn't have the factory tow package. 2000 lbs. with an aftermarket hitch.

Ok, if I add the bigger radiator and fans, the trans cooler and brake controller would that give me the capability to tow around 3500?

If you have the factory towing package you can tow 3500. Without it the limit is 2000.

We didn't buy it new, it doesn't have a tube hitch receiver so I should expect it does not have the tow package, correct?

You cannot increase the tow rating of any vehicle. It's determined by the manufacturer and cannot ever be changed. If you exceed it, you are opening yourself to liability in an accident.

The towing guide shows that the 2007 Edge SEL may be able to tow up to 3500 lbs. How can I tell exactly what my Edge can tow?

Besides the limitations discussed above, there is also the frontal area considerations, to keep in mind. Ford states that the 2007 Ford Edge has a maximum limitation of 25 sq. ft. (Adding a transmission cooler is necessay as well as going with a Class 3 hitch).

I hate to sound so uninformed but does frontal area consideration refer to?

First, it's brakes, not breaks. Sorry - huge pet peeve.

 

Second, it's a 3.5L and the factory tow limit with the towing package is 3500 so you'd be real close. I think you'll be ok if you add the trans cooler and larger radiator. They don't increase the tow capacity but they'll prevent you from cooking the transmission.

 

Might be smarter to find a used F150 or Explorer so you're not that close to the limit.

So sorry on the brakes, I missed that one. I agree on the F150 or Explorer but she loves her Edge and hated my truck. Thanks for the help

My wife has a 2007 Edge 3.6 and No tow package. She wants a trailer to haul her horse. Trailer is around 2000 lbs and the horse is around 1200 lbs so 3200 total before adding riding gear. Trailer has breaks so I'll need to add a trailer break to her car. I am concerned that 3200+ is too much for this car, has anyone increased the tow capacity on their Edge? New/upgraded trans or rear? I would add a trans cooler and I've seen larger radiators and tow fans recommended to those are great additions but they don't increase the capacity, they just make the car more tow friendly.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.