2013 Jeep Wrangler towing capacity
The 2013 Jeep Wrangler is published in 15 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 2,000 to 3,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,500 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport Freedom Edition Sport Utility 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,849 | — |
| Sport SUV 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,849 | — |
| Sport S SUV 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,849 | — |
| Unlimited Sport SUV 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,231 | — |
| Unlimited Sport S SUV 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,231 | — |
| Sahara Sport Utility 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Sahara Moab Sport Utility 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Unlimited Sport RHD SUV 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
| Unlimited Sahara Sport Utility 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
| Rubicon Sport Utility 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Unlimited Sport Freedom Edition Sport Utility 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | 4,231 | — |
| Unlimited Sahara Moab Sport Utility 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
| Rubicon 10th Anniversary Sport Utility 2D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Unlimited Rubicon Sport Utility 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
| Unlimited Rubicon 10th Anniversary Sport Utility 4D | V6, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2012
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2013 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2012 Jeep Wrangler page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2013 Jeep models
The rest of Jeep's 2013 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD | 7,400 |
| 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 7,200 |
| 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD | 7,200 |
| 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited | 3,500 |
| 2013 Jeep Compass | 2,000 |
| 2013 Jeep Patriot | 2,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.