The Jeep Gladiator towing capacity is a maximum of 7,700 pounds,1 complemented by a maximum payload capacity of 1,725 pounds.2 The Sport, Sport S, and Willys trims feature a standard towing capacity of 4,000 pounds;1 the Rubicon, Rubicon X, Mojave, and Mojave X boast a bump to a standard towing capacity of 4,500 pounds.1
Achieving the highest Jeep Gladiator towing capacity will require the addition of an automatic transmission (a manual transmission comes standard) and the Jeep Gladiator Max Tow Package. Once equipped, the 7,700-pound maximum tow rating1 becomes available. Read on to see the details, and visit San Antonio CDJR for a Gladiator test drive.
2024 Jeep Gladiator Trim | Engine | Power (HP / Torque) | Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Payload Capacity |
Sport 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,000 lbs1 | 1,150 lbs2 |
Sport S 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,000 lbs1 | 1,150 lbs2 |
Willys 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,000 lbs1 | 1,000 lbs2 |
Rubicon 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,500 lbs1 | 1,200 lbs2 |
Rubicon X 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,500 lbs1 | 1,200 lbs2 |
Mojave 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,500 lbs1 | 1,100 lbs2 |
Mojave X 4×4 | 3.6L V-6 | 285 / 260 lb-ft | 4,500 lbs1 | 1,100 lbs2 |
The Gladiator comes standard with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine making 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with a standard six-speed manual transmission in all trim levels. An advanced 4×4 drivetrain is also standard in every Gladiator.
Getting the highest 2024 Jeep Gladiator towing capacity of 7,700 pounds,1 a best-in-class rating,3 relies on you choosing the available eight-speed automatic transmission and the available Max Tow Package. When it comes to Jeep Gladiator towing, camper trailers, small boats, jet skis, and more can be easily hitched up and brought along.
The Jeep Gladiator has more than one best-in-class rating, though. Its maximum payload rating of 1,725 pounds4 is also a best-in-class number. For standard ratings, the 2024 Gladiator Rubicon and Rubicon X trims have a payload rating of 1,200 pounds,2 making them the best payload haulers out of the box.
This midsize Jeep truck boasts a steel box with integrated tie downs, a 115-volt outlet, a roll-up tonneau cover, and more available features. Explore all your options today.
The Jeep Gladiator towing capacity variances start with the Gladiator Sport, Sport S, and Willys being able to tow 4,000 pounds.1 They all come standard with a six-speed manual transmission. The Mojave, Mojave X, Rubicon, and Rubicon X trims also come standard with a six-speed manual. However, their 4,500-pound1 Jeep Gladiator manual transmission towing capacity is in part due to their higher gross vehicle weight rating and gross combined weight rating.
The Sport and Sport S trims, though, are the best Jeep Gladiator trims for towing. When you select one of these trims and opt for the available automatic transmission and Max Tow Package, they can achieve the maximum 7,700-pound Jeep Gladiator towing capacity.1
In the Jeep lineup, the Gladiator towing capacity is the strongest. The Jeep Grand Cherokee towing capacity is the closest alternative to it, as it reaches a maximum of 7,200 pounds1 in its three-row configuration with the available 5.7-liter HEMI V-8.
The Gladiator Trailer Tow and Auxiliary Switch Group is available in Sport and Sport S trims and standard in the Rubicon and Mojave configurations. It provides hauling essentials like a Class IV receiver hitch to hook your trailer up, a 240-amp alternator to help power your trailer electronics, a heavy-duty engine cooler to handle the additional load, and a Trailer Hitch-Zoom feature for easier hitch-ups. It also comes with four programmable auxiliary switches.
Choose the Max Tow Package, exclusively offered for the Sport and Sport S trims, when ordering a Gladiator from our Jeep brand dealer in San Antonio to reach the best-in-class Jeep Gladiator towing capacity of 7,700 pounds.3
The Max Tow Package begins with essential Jeep Gladiator towing features like a Class IV receiver hitch and a 240-amp alternator. It then goes further with the following:
If you’re looking to make the most of a new Jeep Gladiator for sale, the Max Tow Package is ready for you.
As a final note, while the maximum 2024 Jeep Gladiator towing capacity is the same as the 2023 Gladiator maximum towing capacity, the EcoDiesel engine option has been discontinued, and the trim lineup has been revised. The Sport and Sport S trims, though, are the best Gladiator models for towing in both years; the 2023 and 2024 versions of these trims are capable of towing up to 7,700 pounds.1
If you’re ready to find your next Jeep Gladiator, whether a new 2024 model or a used 2023 model, browse our inventories today, get pre-approval at our finance center, and swing by to discover the truck in person.
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator Sport and Sport S trims can achieve a towing capacity of 7,700 pounds,1 the highest available towing capacity of the trim lineup due to the available Max Tow Package. Getting this Jeep Gladiator towing capacity for these trims will also require you to opt for the available automatic transmission in place of the standard manual transmission.
The Jeep Gladiator towing capacity is designed for use with a Class IV receiver hitch and conventional trailers. An official Jeep Gladiator fifth-wheel hitch is not available from the Jeep brand, and fifth-wheel towing with a Gladiator is absolutely not recommended. If this is a must-have capability for you, then we recommend a Ram truck from our Jeep and Ram dealership.
The Jeep Gladiator Max Tow Package is only available in the Sport and Sport S trim levels. Choosing this powerful towing package gives you a hefty assortment of heavy-duty enhancements and upgrades, helping your 2024 Jeep Gladiator midsize truck achieve a best-in-class maximum gas towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds.3 Learn more about Jeep Gladiator towing today.
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1When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
2When properly equipped. Max payload ratings shown for base configuration. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload weights. Contact dealer for details.
3Achievable on Sport and Sport S models with available Max Tow Package. Class based on Ward’s Small Pickup segmentation. Competitor information based upon available manufacturer specifications. When properly equipped. Contact dealer for details.
4Achievable on Sport S models. Class based on Ward’s Small Pickup segmentation. Competitor information based upon available manufacturer specifications. When properly equipped. Max payload ratings shown for base configuration. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload weights. Contact dealer for details.
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