Ranking Every 2026 Jeep and Dodge Model by Towing Capacity
Towing capacity varies more across the Jeep and Dodge lineups than most shoppers expect. A three-row Jeep SUV can out-tow a Dodge muscle car by more than 10,000 lbs, and even two trims of the same model can carry very different ratings depending on axle ratio and drivetrain.
This ranking lines up every 2026 Jeep and Dodge model from highest to lowest maximum trailer weight, using the configuration that earns each vehicle its top rating.
| Rank | Model | Max Towing Capacity | Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) | Standard-wheelbase, 3.92 axle |
| 2 | Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak | 8,700 lbs (3,946 kg) | Tow N Go package, AWD |
| 3 | Jeep Gladiator | 7,700 lbs (3,492 kg) | 3.6-litre V6, 4x4 |
| 4 | Dodge Durango GT HEMI V8 Plus/Premium | 7,200 lbs (3,266 kg) | 5.7-litre HEMI V8, AWD |
| 5 | Jeep Grand Cherokee / Grand Cherokee L | 6,200 lbs (2,818 kg) | 3.6-litre V6 |
| 6 | Dodge Durango GT/GT Plus | 6,200 lbs (2,812 kg) | 3.6-litre V6, AWD |
| 7 | Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe | 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) | Plug-in hybrid, 4WD |
| 8 | Jeep Wrangler | 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) | 4-door Rubicon, 4.10 axle |
| 9 | Jeep Cherokee | 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg) | Standard configuration |
| 10 | Jeep Recon | 3,300 lbs (1,496 kg) | All-electric 4WD |
| 11 | Jeep Compass | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) | All trims |
| 12 | Dodge Charger | Not rated for towing | All trims |
Heavy-Duty Leaders: Grand Wagoneer, Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, and Gladiator
The Grand Wagoneer sits at the top of both brands with a 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) rating on its standard-wheelbase configuration with the 3.92 axle. The Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak follows close behind at 8,700 lbs (3,946 kg), a figure built on its Tow N Go package and two-speed transfer case. The Gladiator holds its own as the only Jeep pickup on this list, reaching 7,700 lbs (3,492 kg) with its standard 3.6-litre V6.
Mid-Range Power: Grand Cherokee Family and Durango V6 Models
The Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L match each other at 6,200 lbs (2,818 kg), and HEMI V8-equipped Durango GT trims climb to 7,200 lbs (3,266 kg). Durango's V6 GT and GT Plus trims land close behind the Grand Cherokee pair at 6,200 lbs (2,812 kg), while the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe still delivers 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) of capability.
Everyday Towing: Wrangler, Cherokee, Recon, and Compass
The Wrangler tops out at 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) in 4-door Rubicon form with the 4.10 axle, while other 4-door trims sit at 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg), the same figure as the Cherokee. The all-electric Recon carries a 3,300 lbs (1,496 kg) rating, and the Compass rounds out the towing-rated models at 2,000 lbs (907 kg) across every trim.
The One Model Without a Tow Rating: Charger
The Charger is the only vehicle in the 2026 Jeep and Dodge lineup without a published trailer towing rating. Built as a performance car rather than a utility vehicle, its documentation covers acceleration, handling, and horsepower instead of towing capacity, making it the outlier on this list rather than a competitor for the top spot.
Which Model Fits Your Trailer?
Match your trailer's loaded weight to the vehicle built to handle it:
Large campers, boats, or equipment trailers: Grand Wagoneer, Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, or Gladiator
Mid-size trailers, snowmobiles, or watercraft: Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, or Durango GT HEMI V8
Light utility trailers or a couple of bikes: Wrangler, Cherokee, Recon, or Compass
Every figure in this ranking reflects each vehicle's maximum rated capability, so factor in passengers, cargo, and trailer equipment before you calculate how close you are to that limit.
