2026 Jeep Towing Capacity Guide: Compass to Gladiator, Every Number in One Place

Jeep builds vehicles that go places others cannot -- and a growing number of those places require a trailer behind you. The 2026 Jeep lineup spans compact SUVs to full-size pickup trucks, and each model sits at a different point on the towing spectrum. If you are shopping at Parkland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Spruce Grove and hauling is a key requirement, this guide puts every current 2026 Jeep model's towing capacity in one place.

The figures here come directly from Jeep's specification documents and press releases. Towing capacity varies based on engine, axle ratio, cab style, and hitch type -- always confirm your specific configuration before finalizing a purchase.

2026 Jeep Towing Capacity by Model

1. Jeep Gladiator -- 3,492 kg (7,700 lbs)

The Gladiator leads the entire 2026 Jeep lineup for towing. As the brand's only open-air pickup truck, it carries a 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 producing 285 hp and 260 lb-ft paired exclusively with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Maximum payload reaches up to 780 kg (1,720 lbs), and the Gladiator holds an unsurpassed crawl ratio of up to 77:1 through its four available 4x4 systems: Command-Trac, Rock-Trac part-time, Rock-Trac full-time, and Selec-Trac.

The Gladiator is the pick for Alberta drivers who need the highest Jeep tow rating available -- and who also want the open-air driving experience and off-road capability that no other truck in the class delivers. The 2026 lineup includes Sport S, Willys, Mojave, Mojave X, and Rubicon.

2. Jeep Grand Cherokee (ICE) -- 2,818 kg (6,200 lbs)

The 2026 Grand Cherokee ICE reaches 2,818 kg (6,200 lbs) of maximum towing with the 2.0-litre Hurricane 4 Turbo producing 324 hp and 332 lb-ft. The Hurricane uses Turbulent Jet Ignition technology to maintain 90% of peak torque from 2,600 to 5,600 rpm -- consistent pulling power across the full tow range. The estimated driving range reaches up to 851 km per tank.

The Grand Cherokee is a two-row, five-passenger SUV. For drivers who want the Grand Cherokee towing capability with a third row, the Grand Cherokee L carries the same engine and the same tow rating.

3. Jeep Grand Cherokee L -- 2,818 kg (6,200 lbs)

The Grand Cherokee L shares the Hurricane 4 Turbo's 2,818 kg (6,200 lbs) towing ceiling and adds a third row for seven-passenger capacity. Total interior volume reaches 4,505.2 L. Cargo behind the third row comes in at 487.0 L -- more than competitor three-row SUVs in the class -- expanding to 1,328.0 L with the third row folded and 2,395.6 L with all rows down.

For Spruce Grove buyers who need the Grand Cherokee's towing capability alongside three-row seating for the full family, the Grand Cherokee L delivers both without sacrificing tow rating.

4. Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe -- 2,722 kg (6,000 lbs)

The 4xe's plug-in hybrid system produces 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of combined torque -- the highest torque output in the Grand Cherokee family -- and tows up to 2,722 kg (6,000 lbs). The 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery charges at up to 7.2 kW via Level 2. The 4xe includes the same Jeep 4x4 architecture as the ICE Grand Cherokee, with the Trailhawk trim adding Electronic Limited Slip rear differential.

For drivers who tow a trailer on weekends and want to reduce fuel consumption during their daily commute in Spruce Grove, the 4xe covers both with a single vehicle.

5. Jeep Cherokee and Wrangler -- 1,587 kg (3,500 lbs)

The Cherokee and Wrangler share a 1,587 kg (3,500 lbs) towing ceiling. The Cherokee achieves this with its 1.6-litre turbo-four hybrid system producing 210 hp and 230 lb-ft combined, while the Wrangler reaches the same figure through its 3.6-litre V-6 and 2.0-litre I-4 configurations. Both carry standard 4WD or 4x4 systems.

At this rating, both handle a small utility trailer, a loaded cargo trailer, a pair of personal watercraft, or a snowmobile trailer with ease. Drivers who need more than 1,587 kg should step to the Grand Cherokee family or the Gladiator.

The Wrangler Moab 392 with the 6.4-litre HEMI V-8 maintains the same 1,587 kg (3,500 lbs) towing rating despite producing 470 hp -- its V-8 output is optimized for off-road and performance use, not increased towing.

6. Jeep Compass -- 907 kg (2,000 lbs)

The Compass rounds out the lineup at 907 kg (2,000 lbs) of towing capacity, delivered by the 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 producing 200 hp. Standard 4WD across all five trims covers mixed-terrain driving in Alberta, and the Trailhawk trim adds Selec-Terrain traction management and a 4.40 axle ratio for off-road use. Towing at this rating covers a light utility trailer, a small boat, or camping gear in a pop-up trailer.

Matching the Right Jeep to Your Hauling Needs

The towing decision usually comes down to how much you are pulling and how often:

• Commercial or heavy recreational loads (3,000+ kg): Gladiator
• Fifth-wheel or large trailer: Gladiator
• Horse trailer, mid-size boat, or loaded camper: Grand Cherokee family (ICE or L)
• Weekend recreational trailer with daily SUV use: Grand Cherokee 4xe
• Light trailer, two snowmobiles, or a small boat: Cherokee, Wrangler, or Compass depending on form factor

Find the Right Jeep at Parkland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Every model in this ranking is part of the Jeep lineup available at Parkland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Spruce Grove. Talk through your towing setup with our team -- the specific trailer you run, the hitch type, and how often you tow all factor into the right configuration. We can help you narrow it down before you commit.