The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee parked on a road.

Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee good for towing? Yes, it is!

How much can the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow? 

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has cornered a special part of the automotive industry class. Buyers choosing a Grand Cherokee will not only have one of the most spacious and luxurious SUVs in the industry segment, but they will also be taking home one of the most capable platforms on the planet. Those facts usually lead people to ask, ‘How much can the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow?’ Naturally, that will depend on a few different factors. However, the team of product experts working at the Morgan Hill Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram showroom has the information you’re looking for and they are all too eager to share it with you. Let’s take a closer look at a few things you might find useful during the buying process. 

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2021 Grand Cherokee Performance Specs 

Future owners of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee will never be at a loss for performance. Base level models of the premium crossover SUV will be equipped with a naturally aspirated 3.6-liter, V-6 engine, making 295 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. A few of the upper trims, including the Trailhawk, Overland and Summit model, will use a 5.7-liter, V-8 power plant that will make 360 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque. 

The SRT iteration employs a 6.4-liter, V-8 engine, making 470 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque. Finally, the top-of-the-line Trackhawk has a supercharged 6.2-liter, V-8 under the hood that produces 707 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque. 

The maximum cargo configuration used in the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The dashboard and driver's cockpit in the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

How does engine choice affect the towing scores for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee? 

Versions of the 2021 Grand Cherokee with the base V-6 engine equipped can pull up to 6,200 pounds. Customers choosing a model of the popular SUV with the optional 5.7-liter, V-8 will add another 1,000 pounds of towing capacity – one of the highest scores in the class. Additionally, the manufacturer offers pre-configured driving modes, Auto, Sport, Track, Snow and Tow. Each of these will adjust the throttle and suspension response to get the best performance for the given situation. The towing mode specifically alters torque delivery and makes suspension adjustments to make towing easier and safer. 

You can start the pre-ordering process for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee today when you make an appointment with one of our product experts.