2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited towing capacity
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is published in 22 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 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 SUV 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Islander Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Freedom Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| 80th Edition Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Sport S Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Sport Altitude Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Willys Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Willys Sport SUV 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Sahara Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,263 | — |
| Sahara Altitude Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,263 | — |
| Sahara High Altitude Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,406 | — |
| Rubicon Sport Utility 4D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 3,500 | — | 4,478 | — |
| Sport RHD Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,948 | — |
| Rubicon 392 Sport Utility 4D | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | 470 | 470 | — | 3,500 | — | 5,103 | — |
| Sport SUV 2D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Willys Sport SUV 2D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Freedom Sport Utility 2D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Sport S Sport Utility 2D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| 80th Edition Sport Utility 2D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Islander Sport Utility 2D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 270 | 295 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Willys Sport Utility 2D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
| Rubicon Sport Utility 2D | V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter | 285 | 260 | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
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 2020
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2021 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 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2021 Jeep models
The rest of Jeep's 2021 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 7,000 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | 6,200 |
| 2021 Jeep Gladiator | 6,000 |
| 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4XE | 3,500 |
| 2021 Jeep Wrangler | 3,500 |
| 2021 Jeep Cherokee | 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.