2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing Capacity
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 7,200 lb. The exact figure depends on engine, cab, drive and axle ratio; the lowest-rated setup tows 6,200 lb.
5 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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7,200lb trailer
5.7-liter V-8, 4WD, 3.09 axle
- GCWR
- —
- Axle
- 3.09
- Hitch
- Class III
Every 2021 Grand Cherokee configuration
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.09 | — | 7,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.2-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.4-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 2WD | 3.27 | — | 6,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
What to fit, in order · sized to its 7,200 lb rating
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Class III receiver hitchEssential
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated to 7,200 lb, which falls in Class III (up to 8,000 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
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Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
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Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers
Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.
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Tow mirrorsWide trailers
Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow?
- The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 7,200 lb when equipped as 5.7-liter V-8, 4WD, 3.09 axle (2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, page 15, retrieved 17 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2021 Grand Cherokee configuration?
- 6,200 lb for the 3.6-liter V-6, 4WD, 3.45 axle. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
- Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
- Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.