Fourth generation (WK2)
2017–2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee towing capacity
Max towing, 20177,200 lb
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 7,200 lb (5 trims 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline 4x4 with the HD cooling, per the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual).
Jeep rates the 2017 and 2018 Grand Cherokee the same in every configuration.
The lowest rating is 3,500 lb, for the 5 trims 3.6L Pentastar V6 gasoline 4x4.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual- Configurations
- 13
- Tongue
- 350–720 lb
01 / Ratings
Every 2017–2018 Grand Cherokee configuration
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee
| Configuration | Max towing lb | Max tongue lb | Max payload lb | GVWR lb | Tow check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 gasoline | |||||
| Laredo · Limited · Overland · Summit · Trailhawk4x4 | 3,500 | 350 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| Laredo · Limited · Overland · Summit · Trailhawk4x4with HD cooling (Trailer Tow Group) | 6,200 | 620 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| Laredo · Limited4x2 | 3,500 | 350 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| Laredo · Limited4x2with HD cooling (Trailer Tow Group) | 6,200 | 620 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline | |||||
| Laredo · Limited · Overland · Summit · Trailhawk4x4 | 5,000 | 500 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| Laredo · Limited · Overland · Summit · Trailhawk Most4x4with HD cooling (Trailer Tow Group) | 7,200 | 720 | Not published | Not published | Check load → |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | |||||
| SRT (SRT8 in 2012-2013)4x4 | not in our data | not in our data | not in our data | not in our data | Check load → |
02 / Why
Which one tows the most, and why
What moves the rating
MakerTows the most: 7,200 lb
5 trims 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline 4x4 with the HD cooling. Without it the same configuration is rated 5,000 lb.
Package
HD cooling (Trailer Tow Group)
+2,200 to +2,700 lb
Same configuration otherwise · 12 pairs in the table
Best rating by engine
- 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline7,200 lb
- 3.6L Pentastar V6 gasoline6,200 lb
The line is the highest rating on this page. Each bar is that engine’s best configuration.
03 / By year
Grand Cherokee towing by model year
04 / Next
Check it against your load
05 / FAQ
Questions people ask
Which 2017 Grand Cherokee configuration tows the most?
The 5 trims 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline 4x4 with the HD cooling, at 7,200 lb.
Which package unlocks the 2017 Grand Cherokee’s 7,200 lb rating?
The HD cooling: Jeep rates the 5 trims 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline 4x4 at 7,200 lb so equipped. Without it the same configuration is rated 5,000 lb.
What is the max tongue weight of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
350–720 lb by configuration; the most is 720 lb, for the 5 trims 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline 4x4 with the HD cooling. Tongue weight is the trailer’s downward push on the hitch; it counts against payload.
Has the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s towing capacity changed by year?
Highest rating by model year: 2019, 7,400 lb; 2017–2018, 7,200 lb; 2016, 7,400 lb; 2014–2015, 7,400 lb; 2013, 7,400 lb; 2012, 7,400 lb; 2011, 7,400 lb.
Does four-wheel drive change the 2017 Grand Cherokee’s towing capacity?
No: Jeep rates each configuration the same with either drive (4 pairs in its table).
Does the engine change the 2017 Grand Cherokee’s towing capacity?
Yes. Best rating by engine: 5.7L HEMI V8 gasoline, 7,200 lb; 3.6L Pentastar V6 gasoline, 6,200 lb.