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If you thought that the Jeep Wrangler was just an unstoppable adventure machine, you might be surprised by what the Jeep Wrangler towing capacity can accomplish. Some trips call for a camper or some waterborne toys to be brought along, and as a part of its adventuring spirit, the Wrangler can haul them where you need to go.
Learn more about the Jeep Wrangler towing capacity with our Wrangler towing guide found below, and visit our Jeep dealership in Waldorf, MD, to take home this impressive model.
How Much Weight Can a Jeep Wrangler Tow?
The Jeep Wrangler towing capacity has increased to a maximum of 5,000 pounds1 for the 2024 model year. In lower-rated configurations, the Jeep Wrangler tow capacity is still a hefty 2,000 pounds.1
Always ensure your load is within your Wrangler SUV's tow rating. However, for context, the following commonly towed loads may fit within that 2,000-pound1 limit:
- A jet ski on a single-watercraft trailer
- A small travel camper with supplies
- Two or three dirt bikes on a trailer
- One or two ATVs on a trailer
- A small utility trailer loaded with tools
In a properly equipped new Jeep Wrangler for sale, the 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity1 can allow you to bring items like:
- A small to medium travel camper with supplies
- An average bass boat on a trailer
- Two jet skis and supplies on a trailer
- Two UTVs and a dirt bike on a trailer
- A small horse trailer with one or two horses
The next question on drivers' minds is likely about what powers this capability. The Jeep Wrangler towing capacity is backed by an impressive engine – one of four engines, to be precise.
The first is a standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that produces 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. An available 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine boosts the power to 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
A 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder plug-in hybrid engine develops 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque in 4xe models. Comparatively, a 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine that delivers 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque comes in the Rubicon 392.
However, the towing capacity of a Jeep Wrangler is a maximum of 5,000 pounds1 with the Pentastar V-6 or turbo four-cylinder (non-hybrid) engine and 3,500 pounds1 with the other engine options. So what makes the difference? Read on to find out.
Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity by Model
As you browse each Jeep Wrangler model, you'll find a custom-fitted package that'll enhance your adventures or daily on-road commute. You'll also find that the Jeep Wrangler towing capacity varies between them. Let's see what makes the difference.
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler Sport two-door has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.1 When configured as a four-door Wrangler Sport, the towing capacity increases to 3,500 pounds.1
The Jeep Wrangler towing capacity in the two-door Rubicon and Rubicon X trims is 2,000 pounds;1 the Wrangler Rubicon and Rubicon X with four doors boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds1 or 5,000 pounds,1 depending on the drivetrain configuration. Rubicon models with an automatic transmission can tow the most.
The difference in Jeep Wrangler towing capacity specs is that every two-door Jeep Wrangler has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds,1 most four-door Wrangler models have a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds,1 and Rubicon and Rubicon X models can reach a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds1 thanks to their new full-float rear axle.
Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity Chart: Specs by Year
Wondering how these Jeep Wrangler towing capacity specs have changed over the years? Take a look:
| Jeep Wrangler Sport 4x4 (2-Door Configuration) | Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4x4 (4-Door Configuration) | |
| 2024 | 2,000 lbs1 | Up to 5,000 lbs1 |
| 2023 | 2,000 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs1 |
| 2022 | 2,000 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs1 |
| 2021 | 2,000 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs1 |
| 2020 | 2,000 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs1 |
| 2019 | 2,000 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs1 |
This is an SUV that offers very consistent performance, which is why used models are so popular.
Towing Capacity of Other Jeep Vehicles
You can get close to the iconic capabilities of a Jeep Wrangler with more towing strength at your command. How? By harnessing Jeep Gladiator towing capacity.
The Gladiator takes the spirit of a Wrangler and combines it with the utility of a pickup truck to tow up to 7,700 pounds.1 That is a significant increase over the maximum Jeep Wrangler towing capacity.
All other Jeep models can tow, too:
- 2023 Jeep Renegade: 2,000 pounds1
- 2024 Jeep Compass: 2,000 pounds1
- 2023 Jeep Cherokee: 4,000 pounds1
- 2024 Jeep Wrangler: 5,000 pounds1
- 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 6,200 pounds1
- 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: 7,200 pounds1
- 2024 Jeep Gladiator: 7,700 pounds1
While the Jeep Wrangler towing capacity sits around the middle of this list, its off-road capabilities are at the very top. It's a worthy trade-off in our books, but remember, if more towing strength combined with comparable off-road capabilities are a must, the Gladiator has your back.
Harness Your Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity Today
Ready to head out on new adventures with your toys in tow? Visit our Jeep dealer in Waldorf, MD, today to buy or lease your next Wrangler, or if you've already got one as your daily companion, contact us to order towing accessories and set up installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can you tow with a 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
You can tow up to 5,000 pounds1 with a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. This 5,000-pound tow rating is achievable on four-door 2024 Wrangler Rubicon and Rubicon models; you can tow up to 2,000 pounds1 with a two-door 2024 Wrangler. These limits will allow you to tow all sorts of adventure toys like jet skis or dirt bikes.
Can you increase the towing capacity of a Jeep Wrangler?
The two-door Jeep Wrangler can tow 2,000 pounds.1 To increase the Jeep Wrangler towing capacity, choose a four-door Wrangler and enjoy a 3,500-pound maximum tow rating,1 or choose a properly equipped Wrangler Rubicon for a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity.1 Never exceed your vehicle's towing limit or severe mechanical damage may occur.
Which Jeep Wrangler has the best towing capacity?
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon models have the best Jeep Wrangler towing capacity. All two-door Jeep Wrangler models can tow up to 2,000 pounds,1 while most four-door Wrangler models have a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.1 However, for 2024, four-door Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Rubicon X models can tow up to 5,000 pounds.1
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1When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
