2023 Jeep Cherokee Towing Capacity

The Jeep Cherokee is an adventurous SUV that can get you to your favorite campsites and weekend hideaways, and it even has a good amount of towing capacity so you can bring a boat or camper along for the trip! The maximum available Jeep Cherokee towing capacity is 4,000 pounds, but only on certain configurations. How much can each Jeep Cherokee trim tow? Learn more in our Cherokee towing guide, below! 

Cherokee Towing & Cherokee Payload: 2.4L vs. 2.0L Engine

There are two engine options for the 2023 Jeep Cherokee: a 2.4L and a 2.0L. If you stick with the 2.4L engine, you’ll be more limited with a lower Cherokee towing capacity. However, models with the 2.0L engine can be equipped with the Trailer-Tow Group, which will increase the Jeep Cherokee towing capacity to 4,000 pounds. Compare Cherokee towing and Cherokee payload on the various engine configurations, below:

2.4L I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine w/ESS

• Cherokee Towing – 2,000 pounds
• Cherokee Payload – 1,000 pounds 
• Horsepower – 180 hp 
• Torque – 171 lb-ft of torque

2.0L I4 Zero Evap M-Air Engine w/ESS

• Cherokee Towing – 2,000 pounds
• Cherokee Towing with the Trailer-Tow Group – 4,000 pounds
• Cherokee Payload Capacity – 1,000 pounds
• Horsepower – 270 hp 
• Torque – 295 lb-ft of torque

Learn More About the Jeep Cherokee Tow Package 

The Jeep Cherokee tow package, or the Trailer-Tow Group, is an option you can get if you configure your Cherokee with a 2.0L engine. This is recommended for Bartonville and Galesburg drivers who would like to tow heavier toys like a boat or camper. With the Jeep Cherokee tow package, you get the following equipment: 

• 7-Pin and 4-Pin Wiring Harness 
• Class III Receiver 
• Trailer-Tow Wiring Harness 

Test Drive a Jeep Cherokee at Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Peoria!

The Jeep Cherokee is stronger than it looks with a maximum towing capacity of 4,000 pounds. But if you need more towing power, check out the Grand Cherokee towing capacity. No matter which model you end up in, we can help you get a great deal with our daily new vehicle specials! Contact us to start planning your visit to Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Peoria or feel free to stop by when you’re in our area.