Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing Capacity
How much weight can a 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee actually tow?
The 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee can tow up to 7,200 lbs when properly equipped; capacity drops with lighter axle ratios, smaller engines, and heavier cab or bed configurations.
Latest model year (2027):
The Jeep Grand Cherokee can tow up to 7,200 lbs (5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package).
Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing — All Years
| Year | Trim | Configuration | Max Towing | Payload | Curb Weight | GCWR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2026 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package | 7,200 lbs | — | — | — |
Manufacturer specification data sourced from Manufacturer published towing specifications, last verified August 11, 2026. Always confirm against the owner's manual or door-jamb placard before towing or buying tires — figures vary by cab, bed, axle ratio, and options.
Jeep Grand Cherokee data analysis
Max towing capacity: 7,200 lbs
The Jeep Grand Cherokee tows 7,200 lbs at most (5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package), on the 2027 model year. That is mid-size capacity — a small travel trailer, a 20 ft boat, a single-axle utility trailer. Every configuration on file carries the same rating, so trim and engine choice do not change what it pulls. That is rank 21 of 51 tow-rated vehicles in this dataset, 60th percentile. The cohort median is 5,600 lbs, so this vehicle sits 1,600 lbs above the middle of the field. Next rung up is the Ford Ranger at 7,500 lbs, 300 lbs clear of this one. Immediately behind: the Toyota Tacoma at 6,800 lbs. Hitch requirement at full weight: Class III.
What it tows loaded
Plan around 5,750 lbs, not 7,200. The rating assumes one driver and nothing else — no passengers, no cargo, no roof rack, no aftermarket bumper. Tongue weight on a 5,750 lb trailer is 720–1,080 lbs, and that lands on payload, not on the tow rating. Payload is not published for every configuration in this record. The yellow door-jamb sticker on the specific vehicle is the governing number. Trailers over 3,000 lbs need their own brakes in most states, and this vehicle is rated well past that, so budget for a brake controller. Enough for occasional towing, not for a season of it. Loaded to the rating this vehicle is working hard. Manufacturers publish these under SAE J2807 where they adopt it; older model years predate the standard and are not directly comparable to newer ones.
Which configuration hits the number
13 rated configurations across 13 model years (2015–2027). Adding a receiver to a vehicle built without the tow package buys you a place to hang a trailer, not the rating that goes with it. Sources for these 13 rows: manufacturer filings, covering 13 model years.
How Jeep Grand Cherokee maximum towing capacity varies
Across 13 configurations recorded for the 2015 through 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee, maximum towing capacity runs from 7,200 lbs to 7,200 lbs. The strongest figure belongs to the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee (5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package) at 7,200 lbs, and the weakest to the 2027 car (5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package) at 7,200 lbs — a spread of 0%. The narrow spread means any year of the Jeep Grand Cherokee in this table behaves much like the others, so you can shop on price, condition and mileage rather than chasing a particular model year.
What changed for 2027
Average maximum towing capacity for the 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee is 7,200 lbs, against 7,200 lbs for the 2026 car — it held flat. A carry-over year like this usually means no powertrain or structural change, so an older example is the cheaper way into the same specification.
Configurations behind these Jeep Grand Cherokee numbers
The 2015 through 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee entries here span 13 model years of published measurements for this figure. 2027 is the busiest model year in the record with 1 separate measured configuration, which is why a single quoted maximum towing capacity figure for that year is rarely the one that matches the car in front of you. Match the row to the exact drivetrain, body style and engine on the window sticker or VIN before relying on the number, and use the comparison links below to see how those same configurations line up against rival models.
Official Factory Specs vs. AutoSpecData Expert Benchmarks
Factory ratings are measured cold, flat, and empty. These are the numbers we would actually hook a trailer to.
| Measurement | Official factory spec | AutoSpecData expert benchmark | Shop note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max trailer weight | 7,200 lbs | 5,750 lbs | 80% safety margin. Flat highway, properly equipped, brakes on the trailer. |
| Sustained grade / heat | 7,200 lbs | 5,050 lbs | 70% margin for mountain passes, summer heat, and altitude. |
| Tongue weight at safe limit | — | ~700 lbs | 12% of the loaded trailer. Too light and it sways at 65 mph. |
The Jeep Grand Cherokee benchmark applies our 80% Towing Safety Margin (80% everyday / 70% grades) to the manufacturer's rating. It is a working recommendation, not a factory figure — the door placard and hitch label still win.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Cherokee Towing
How much can a Jeep Grand Cherokee tow?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee can tow up to 7,200 lbs with the 5.7L V8 / Trailer Tow Package configuration. Capacity varies by engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration — see the year-by-year table above.
What is the payload capacity of the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Payload figures depend on trim and options — always check the yellow sticker on the driver's door jamb of your specific vehicle.
Do I need a weight distribution hitch with the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Most manufacturers require a weight distribution hitch once trailer weight exceeds roughly 5,000 lbs, and tongue weight should stay near 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight. Confirm the exact threshold in your owner's manual before towing.