Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing Capacity by Year (2017–2026)
The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 6,200 lb. Pick a year for every engine, cab and axle ratio.
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Maximum towing capacity by model year
| Year | Max trailer (lb) | Configuration that achieves it |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,2002024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | 3.6-liter V-6, 2WD, 3.45 axle |
| 2023 | 6,2002023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | 3.6-liter V-6, 2WD, 3.45 axle |
| 2021 | 7,2002021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 15 · 17 Sep 2026 | 5.7-liter V-8, 4WD, 3.09 axle |
| 2020 | 7,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | 5.7-liter V-8, 4WD, 3.09 axle |
| 2019 | 7,4002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 2WD, 3.45 axle |
No manufacturer ratings published on this site yet for 2017, 2018, 2022, 2025, 2026.
All 2 2024 configurations · or open the 2024 page
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 2WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
All 2 2023 configurations · or open the 2023 page
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 2WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 8 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
All 5 2021 configurations · or open the 2021 page
| 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 |
All 5 2020 configurations · or open the 2020 page
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.09 | — | 7,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.2-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.4-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 2WD | 3.27 | — | 6,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 18 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
All 7 2019 configurations · or open the 2019 page
| Engine | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 | 2WD | 3.45 | — | 7,4002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 7,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 5.7-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.09 | — | 7,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.2-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 6.4-liter V-8 | 4WD | 3.70 | — | 7,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 2WD | 3.27 | — | 6,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 17 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| 3.6-liter V-6 | 4WD | 3.45 | — | 6,2002019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, p. 17 · 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 2024 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 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
What to fit, in order · sized to its 6,200 lb rating
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Class III receiver hitchEssential
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated to 6,200 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 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow?
- The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 6,200 lb when equipped as 3.6-liter V-6, 2WD, 3.45 axle (2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications, page 8, retrieved 17 Sep 2026).
- Can a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow 6,000 lb?
- Yes. Every one of the 2 configurations listed for 2024 is rated at or above 6,000 lb.
- Which Grand Cherokee configuration tows the most?
- For 2024, the highest manufacturer rating is 6,200 lb for the 3.6-liter V-6, 2WD, 3.45 axle. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.
- What hitch class does the Grand Cherokee need?
- A 6,200 lb rating falls in Class III. Lower-rated configurations may need a lower class; the class never raises the vehicle's own rating.
- Has the Grand Cherokee towing capacity changed since 2019?
- The highest rated configuration was 7,400 lb in 2019 and 6,200 lb in 2024. Each year's full table is linked above.
- Do these ratings apply to my truck?
- Only if your vehicle matches the configuration in the row, including the axle ratio and tow package. Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle; the certification label on the driver's door jamb and the owner's manual override this site.