2016 Dodge Durango towing capacity
The 2016 Dodge Durango is published in 7 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 6,000 to 7,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,000 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2016 Dodge Durango 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXT 4dr 4x2 | — | 295 | 260 | 3.27 | 6,000 | 6,500 | 4,756 | 1,744 |
| SXT 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 295 | 260 | 3.45 | 6,000 | 6,500 | 4,913 | 1,587 |
| Limited 4dr 4x2 | — | 295 | 260 | 3.27 | 6,000 | 6,500 | 4,838 | 1,662 |
| Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 295 | 260 | 3.45 | 6,000 | 6,500 | 4,987 | 1,513 |
| Citadel 4dr 4x2 | — | 295 | 260 | 3.27 | 6,000 | 6,500 | 4,905 | 1,595 |
| R/T 4dr 4x2 | — | 360 | 390 | 3.09 | 7,000 | 7,100 | 5,133 | 1,967 |
| Citadel 4dr All-wheel Drive | — | 295 | 260 | 3.45 | 7,000 | 6,500 | 5,097 | 1,403 |
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 2015
The 2015 Dodge Durango carried a maximum tow rating of 7,400 lb. The 2016 model is rated 400 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2015 Dodge Durango page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2016 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2016 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger | 3,600 |
| 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan | 3,600 |
| 2016 Dodge Journey | 2,500 |
| 2016 Dodge Challenger | 1,000 |
| 2016 Dodge Charger | 1,000 |
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.