Jeep Cherokee Towing Capacity

If you want a capable SUV that can haul a boat or camper out on the weekends, you’ll be interested to know that the Jeep Cherokee towing capacity maxes out at an impressive 4,500 pounds when properly equipped. Along with this robust towing capability, the Cherokee payload capacity tops out at 1,000 pounds. Learn about the Jeep Cherokee tow package and more from the Jeep experts at Sam Leman Automotive Group, and then select your new Jeep SUV today!

2021 Jeep Cherokee Towing and Payload Capacities by Engine

In order to achieve the maximum Jeep Cherokee towing capacity, you will need to opt for the Towing-Trailer Group feature package. This Jeep Cherokee tow package is available with the 2.4L I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine w/ESS or the 3.2L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ESS. Explore the performance specs, towing capability, and Cherokee payload capacity of each of the  available Jeep engines and trim levels to see which one will best serve your Central Illinois driving needs.

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

• Cherokee Towing Capacity – 2,000 pounds
• Towing Capacity with the Trailer-Tow Group Package – not available
• Cherokee Payload Capacity – 1,000 pounds
• Horsepower – 180 hp @ 6,400 rpm
• Torque – 171 lb-ft of torque @ 4,600 rpm
• Available on Jeep Cherokee Models – Latitude, Latitude Plus, Limited

2.4L I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine w/ESS (popular with Bloomington customers)

• Cherokee Towing Capacity – 2,000 pounds
• Towing Capacity with the Trailer-Tow Group Package – 4,000 pounds
• Cherokee Payload Capacity – 1,000 pounds
• Horsepower – 270 hp @ 5,250 rpm
• Torque – 295 lb-ft of torque @ 3,000-4,500 rpm
• Available on Jeep Cherokee Models – Latitude Plus, Limited, Trailhawk®

3.2L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ESS (popular with Champaign customers)

• Cherokee Towing Capacity – 2,000 pounds
• Towing Capacity with the Trailer-Tow Group Package – 4,500 pounds
• Cherokee Payload Capacity – 1,000 pounds
• Horsepower – 271 hp @ 6,500 rpm
• Torque – 239 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm
• Available on Jeep Cherokee Models – Latitude, Latitude Plus, Limited, Trailhawk®

Experience the New Jeep Cherokee at Sam Leman Automotive Group

The Cherokee towing and payload capacities are just one part of what makes this Jeep SUV so attractive to Central Illinois drivers like you. Contact Sam Leman Automotive Group to set up a test drive at one of our Jeep dealership locations near you to experience all that the Cherokee has to offer. Don’t forget to ask about our new vehicle specials to take advantage of the best Jeep SUV deals available. Not sure that the Cherokee is the right Jeep SUV for you? Check out our Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee comparison.