The Jeep Gladiator can tow between 4000 lbs and 7650 lbs depending on the engine and package selected. Show
All Jeep Gladiators require that you purchase the tow package if you plan to use this vehicle for towing as the base does not come with a trailer hitch receiver. It is important that you always check your manual and specific specifications to ensure you are towing safe amounts. It all starts with the GCWR. This article lists the GCWR and max trailer weight for all engine, trim, and package options taken from the 2022 Jeep Gladiator owners manual and a 2022 Gladiator Brochure. This is meant to be used as a reference, and you are responsible for making sure you are towing safely. I wrote a full article on calculating towing capacity that walks you through the necessary steps to ensure you are not exceeding the towing or payload capacity. Though I tried to make this information as accurate as possible, you should always check your manual or contact your local dealer to determine the appropriate towing capacity of your vehicle and necessary equipment.
How much can a Jeep Gladiator Tow?All Jeep Gladiators can tow a minimum of 4000 lbs. Some options with tow packages can accommodate up to 7650 lbs. The engine type, axle ratio, tow package, and transmission all affect the weight rating of the Jeep Gladiator. What Jeep Gladiator should you buy for max towing?The Sport or Sport S with an automatic transmission with the Max Tow Package will provide the highest towing capacity of 7650 lbs. 2022 Jeep Gladiator Engine Specs3.6L Pentastar V6 EngineThe 3.6 L Pentastar V6 engine, also known as the 3.6 L V6 24V VVT engine has a maximum horsepower of 285 and torque of 260 lb.-ft. It has a manual and automatic version and is the base engine in all Jeep Gladiator trim levels. It estimates to get 17 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel EngineThe 3.0 L V6 EcoDiesel engine also known as the 3.0 L V6 Turbo Diesel engine is an automatic-only engine offered as an option on every trim. It has a maximum horsepower of 260 and torque of 442 lb.-ft. It overall gets better gas mileage than the Pentastar engine with 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. TransmissionsThe Jeep Gladiator 3.6 L Pentastar engine comes in both manual and automatic transmission types. In every trim level, the automatic provides additional towing strength than the manual alternative. The manual engine is a 6-speed transmission with code D478. The automatic transmission which is also equipped on the diesel Jeep Gladiator engines is an 8-speed transmission with the code 850RE. Jeep Gladiator FeaturesTowing FeaturesParkView Rear Backup camera is a pretty standard backup camera that has a 4X trailer hitch zoom to better align the truck when back up to attach a trailer. Bed FeaturesThere is only a singular bed size for all Jeep Gladiators of 5 ft. It implements a three-position tailgate and 4 tie-down loops to ensure safe transport of your cargo (Jeep.com). A full 115 bolt/400-watt power outlet is also installed in the truck bed to power small appliances on the go and when tailgating. An additional special feature in the bed of the Gladiator is the Trailer Rail System. This is a customizable and adjustable tie-down system that comes with various accessories from Jeep for maximum storage capacity and functionality. For more information on the Gladiator Bed read here. Off-Road FeaturesThough Jeep has ventured into the pickup truck world, they have not strayed too far from the Jeep brand. They still make the Gladiator fully functional for off-road capabilities. All trucks are equipped with 4×4 engine systems, 11.1 inches of ground clearance, and a high air intake to track across up to 31.5 inches of water. The Rubicon trim is specialized for off-road conditions. It has (Jeep.com):
PackagesIn order to tow with the Jeep Gladiator out of stock, a package must be added. There are two packages available. The first package simply adds the necessary equipment to make the gladiator have the capability to tow, and the second maximizes the towing capacity of the Gladiator. Trailer-Tow PackageThe trailer tow package on the Jeep Gladiator simply allows the Gladiator to be used as a towing truck. It adds a Class IV hitch receiver, trailer hitch zoom, 240-amp alternator, and a heavy-duty engine cooling system. It does not increase the towing capacity of any of the trims it is added to. It is available as an add-on to all trim levels. Max Tow Package with 4.10 Axle RatioThe Max Tow Package offered by Jeep comes with the same features as the trailer tow package but adds:
It is only available on the Sport and Sport S trims and requires the 3.6 L Pentastar automatic engine. Do you need a towing package?If you plan to use the Jeep Gladiator for towing then you do need a towing package. Otherwise you will not have the appropriate equipment to install a trailer. After you have the appropriate hitch installed, you will want to also have a trailer hitch ball mount. CURT makes some great mounts, and I recommend the CURT 45900 Adjustable Trailer Hitch Ball mount to allow you to adjust to various trailers. curt 45900 adjustable trailer hitch ballAmazon Affiliate Link
Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity by TrimAs mentioned earlier the regular tow package does not affect the towing capacity of the vehicle, so all values listed below are for the Jeep Gladiator with or without a tow package. Sport & Sport S Towing Capacity
Rubicon
Overland
Mojave
High Altitude
Jeep Gladiator Payload CapacityThe payload capacity of the Gladiator ranges from 1025 to 1600 lbs. There is some documentation that claims it can even go up to 1700 lbs if equipped properly. This means that the Gladiator can hold an extra 1025 to 1700 lbs in the bed and cab in cargo weight safely. Sport & Sport S Towing Capacity
Rubicon
Overland
MojaveJeep Gladiator Mojave Payload Capacity chartHigh AltitudeJeep Gladiator High Altitude Payload Capacity chartRear Step Bumper Towing vs Hitch Receiver TowingTowing always requires some type of hitch, but the Jeep Gladiator can allow for bumper towing. As you will notice, the tow package added to any Gladiators does not affect the towing capacity. This is because this package only adds a hitch receiver. You have the option to add your own hitch receiver if you don’t buy the tow package. If you do not buy the tow package or install a hitch receiver, the max towing capacity is 3,500 lbs and the tongue weight max load is 350 lbs. This weight is limited to a bumper-mounted ball. This means that all of the listed towing capacities above for everything over 3,500 lbs require a trailer hitch receiver or tow package. Need a hitch receiver? curt 13434 class 3 trailer hitch 2 inch receiverAmazon Affiliate Link
Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity Master Chart
Towing Capacity of Jeep Gladiator by year
Looking for more details on the towing capacity of a particular year? Check out each article below.
Can a Jeep Gladiator tow 6000 lbs?The 2021 Jeep Gladiator looks like one of the best choices if you are looking for exceptional towing, payload, off-road capability, and fuel efficiency. Designed with rugged features, this compact pickup truck offers a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 lbs.
Which Jeep Gladiator has best towing capacity?The Jeep Gladiator has a maximum towing capacity of 7,650 pounds when properly equipped. A full breakdown of Jeep Gladiator trims and their respective towing capacities, when properly equipped, is as follows: 2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport 4×4: 7,650 pounds. 2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport S 4×4: 7,650 pounds.
How heavy of a trailer can a Jeep Gladiator pull?Jeep has launched the all-new 2021 Jeep Gladiator, its pickup truck, and many are wondering about its towing capacity. This Jeep pickup truck can tow a maximum of 7,650 pounds.
How much can a 2022 Jeep Gladiator Willys tow?Although the payload and towing capacity of the 2022 Jeep Gladiator differ from model to model, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine offers a best-in-class 4×4 payload capacity of up to 1,700 pounds and a best-in-class available gas towing capacity of up to 7,650 pounds.
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