JEEP® Cherokee Trailhawk Towing Capacity
Introducing everything you need to know about the Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk towing capacity. You might be an off-roading beast when you're in your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk, but are you a towing beast, too? If not, we're here to give you some helpful tips and a lot of information you might want to know before your next (or first) tow in your new Jeep® Cherokee for sale. Your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk lifted SUV might be able to ford a considerable amount of water off-road, but it's no match for the rippling blue of the lakes near you. You'll need a boat for that, so tow one with ease and safety by learning how below!
JEEP® Cherokee Trailhawk Towing Capacity: Engine Differences
The first step to towing anything safely is knowing how much you can tow. The Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk towing capacity maxes out at 4,500 lbs when it's equipped with a 3.2L Pentastar engine. If you have a model that's equipped with the spunky 2.4L Tigershark engine, you'll max out at 2,000 lbs. for your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk tow capacity. Since the Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk 4x4 is the only drivetrain option, you don't have to worry about variations concerning the drivetrain.
Off-Roaders, Beware
If you're driving your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk off-road, we usually recommend that you make sure nothing is hitched to the back of your 2020 Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk. If you try to tow while off-roading in muddy, rocky, or otherwise imperfect conditions, it could cause a massive hazard to yourself or others. You could end up damaging both your car and whatever it is you're towing. So, scout out your route ahead of time if you know you're going to have to tow somewhere unfamiliar. You wouldn't want to end up needing a tow yourself while you're towing something else! If you're in a Jeep® Cherokee lease, this could also pose a hazard to your warranty if you tow in dangerous situations.
Towing Accessories for the JEEP® Cherokee Trailhawk
Now that you know your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk towing capacity, let's move on to the accessories that can make the process a little easier. If you know you're going to need to tow and tow often, it would be a wise idea to opt into the Trailer-Tow Group package when you get your 2021 Jeep® Cherokee.
This package will equip you with all the tools you need to tow anything safely. These include a 7-pin and a 4-pin wiring harness, a Class III Receiver, and a trailer tow wiring harness. If you want extra safety while towing, you can also opt into the Technology Group package, which offers features like Side Distance Warning and Automatic High-Beam Headlamp-Control. If there are any other additional accessories you'd like to inquire about, give us a call, and we can see about getting them ordered for you.
Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Towing Capacity Chart |
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| Year | Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 2.4L Tigershark | Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 3.2L Pentastar |
| 2016-2021 | 2,000 pounds | 4,500 pounds |
| 2015 | 2,000 pounds | 4,500 pounds |
| 2014 | 2,000 pounds | 4,500 pounds |
Can the JEEP® Cherokee tow a boat?
The Jeep® Cherokee can tow up to 4,500 lbs. with the right engine, so as long as your boat is under that limit, you'll have no problem towing it!
What is the JEEP® Cherokee Tow Package?
As we mentioned, the Jeep® Cherokee tow package is a set of accessories that you can add on to your Trailhawk trim to make it easier to set up your tow and keep everything safe. The tow package is only available on the Trailhawk trim, so if you're interested in the Jeep® Cherokee and you really want to tow, you'll want to look into getting the Trailhawk.
Can the JEEP® Cherokee tow a trailer?
Similarly to a boat, it depends on the size and weight of the trailer. Some trailers can weigh as little as 700 lbs. if you're considering a utility trailer. Other trailers and trailer types can far exceed the 5,000-pound mark. Make sure you know the weight of the trailer you want to tow before hooking it up to your Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk.
What is the maximum towing capacity of a JEEP® Cherokee Trailhawk?
The maximum Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk towing capacity is 4,500 lbs. with the 3.2L Pentastar engine.
Tow Safely & Ride in Style
If you're interested in the towing capacity of any of our other stylish Jeep® vehicle models, check out our Jeep® Wrangler towing capacity explanation. Until you make your final decision on which Jeep® vehicle you want, we'll be here to answer all your questions when it comes to what you can tow and how you can do it safely. If you have any other questions that relate to the Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk towing capacity, give us a call, and our expert team will give you the answers.