The Jeep Gladiator was reintroduced to the Jeep lineup as the only pickup truck offered by the brand in 2020, and has been wildly popular ever since. Jeeps are known for their versatility and the Gladiator also adds the capabilities of a truck, including towing. But how much can a 2023 Jeep Gladiator tow?
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator towing capacity ranges between 4,000 and 7,700 lbs depending on the engine and towing package selected.
There’s a bit more to know about how much a 2023 Jeep Gladiator can tow which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
What Is The Towing Capacity Of A 2023 Jeep Gladiator?
As we covered earlier, the 2023 Jeep Gladiator can tow a minimum of 4,000 lbs and a maximum of 7,700 lbs.
For the maximum towing capacity of 7,700 lbs you’ll need a Jeep Gladiator Sport or Sport S trim level combined with the automatic Pentastar V6 engine and Jeep’s Max Tow package installed.
Check out this video of the Jeep Gladiator’s towing functions being put to the test in the real world:
2023 Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity Factors
There are several factors that determine how much weight a Jeep Gladiator can pull: the engine, transmission, axle ratio, trim level, and towing package selected.
The engine will determine how much power the vehicle has to pull towed weight, while the towing package includes the towing hardware, installation, and any additional modifications to the vehicle.
Jeep Gladiator Powertrain Specs
The Gladiator has two engine types offered with it: a 3.6 Liter Pentastar V6 engine with either an 8-speed automatic transmission or a 6-spee manual transmission, and a 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine. with an 8-speed automatic transmission
The 3.6L Pentastar V6 Jeep Gladiator engine offers a max 285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft of torque.
It comes in both automatic and manual versions and comes as the standard option in all trim levels of the Gladiator.
The 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Jeep Gladatior Engine offers a max 260 horsepower and 442 lb.-ft of torque.
| Engine | Max Towing Capacity (lbs) |
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 | 7,700 pounds |
| 3.0L EcoDiesel | 6,500 pounds |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Transmissions
There are two transmission types available with the 2023 Gladiator, and which one you have will impact your 23 Gladiator tow capacity:
6-speed Manual Transmission:
- Max Towing Capacity: 4,500 lbs
- Available On: Sport, Sport S, Willys, Overland, Rubicon, Mojave
- Configurations: Standard
8-speed Automatic Transmission:
- Max Towing Capacity: 7,700 lbs
- Available On: Sport, Sport S, Willys, Overland, High Altitude, Rubicon, Mojave
- Configurations: Available
| Transmission | Max Towing Capacity (lbs) |
| 6-speed Manual | 4,500 |
| 8-speed Automatic | 7,700 |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Axle Ratios
The axle ratio also affects your towing capacity on this vehicle.
2023 Gladiator 3.73 Axle Ratio max towing capacity: 6,500 lbs w/ EcoDiesel / 6,000 lbs 3.6 PentaStar V6
2023 Gladiator 4.10 Axle Ratio max towing capacity: 7,700 lbs
Jeep Gladiator Tow Packages
Does The Jeep Gladiator Come With A Tow Hitch?
Yes, the 2023 Jeep Gladiator comes with a tow hitch as part of its towing features. The 2023 Gladiator Mojave, and Rubicon trims come standard with a Class IV hitch receiver and a 4 and 7-pin trailer wiring harness.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Max Tow Package
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator Max Tow Package adds the following towing features to your Gladiator:
- Class IV hitch receiver
- 240-Amp alternator
- Wide-track Dana 44 axles
- 4.10 Axle Ratio
- Heavy-duty engine cooling system
- Trac-Lok limited-slip differential
- All Terrain tires
- Increased GVWR of 6,250 lbs (requires automatic transmission)
This package is available on the Sport, Sport S,
2023 Jeep Gladiator Trailer Tow Package
The 2023 Gladiator Trailer Tow package includes the following:
- 240-amp alternator
- Heavy-duty engine cooling
- Class IV hitch receiver
- Trailer hitch zoom
This package is available on the Sport, Sport S, Willys, Overland, Rubicon, High Altitude, and Mojave
2023 Jeep Gladiator Auxiliary Switch Group
The 2023 Gladiator Auxiliary Switch group includes the following:
- 240-amp alternator
- 700-amp maintenance-free battery
- 4 programmable auxiliary switches
This package is available on the Sport, Sport S, Willys, Overland, Rubicon, High Altitude, and Mojave
Note: The Auxiliary Switch Group requires the Trailer Tow Package, Max Tow Package, and a 4.10 Axle Ratio)
The max tow package and trailer tow and auxiliary switch group are only available on the Sport and Sport S trim levels.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Towing Features and Tow Technology
Jeep has offered some great towing features for the 2023 Gladiator. Let’s dive in and see how they help you with everyday towing and hauling.
- Class IV Hitch Receiver: This is a heavy-duty hitch that allows the Gladiator to tow larger loads.
- Heavy-Duty Engine Cooling: This feature helps maintain optimal engine temperature during towing, preventing overheating during heavy-duty tasks.
- 240-Amp Alternator: A more powerful alternator ensures that the vehicle’s electrical system, including the battery, is adequately supported during towing.
- Trailer Hitch Zoom: This feature uses the backup camera to provide a closer view of the hitch, making it easier to align the trailer with the hitch.
- 4- and 7-Pin Trailer Wiring Harness: These connectors allow you to hook up your trailer’s lights and brakes to the Gladiator, ensuring proper functionality and safety during towing.
- Auxiliary Switches: These are programmable switches that can be used to control additional accessories or lights that might be used while towing.
- Trac-Lok Limited-Slip Differential: enhanced traction for slippery surfaces.
- Increased GVWR: Higher GVWR means higher towing capacity and payload capacity.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Jeep Gladiator Towing: What Do I Need?
If you plan on towing anything with your Gladiator, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Jeep Gladiator uses a Class 3 or Class 4 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Jeep Gladiator tow hitch:
- VERSATILE RECEIVER. Add a useful hitch receiver to the front end of your vehicle with this front mount receiver hitch. The standard 2-inch receiver enables you to attach a snow plow, cargo carrier, bike rack, tow hook, winch mount or other tow accessory
- RELIABLE STRENGTH. This front hitch is rated for 3,500 lbs. GTW and 350 lbs. tongue weight. It is also rated for 9,000 lbs. straight-line pull capacity for recovery towing and winch applications (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- TESTED BUILD. This front mount hitch is fully tested for your safety at our Detroit engineering facility. We test our front trailer hitch designs according to SAE J684 specifications
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For superior protection against rust, chipping and UV damage, this front hitch is covered in a dual-layer of rust-resistant A-coat that coats the hitch inside and out, and a highly durable black powder coat
- EASY INSTALLATION. This front tow hitch is engineered with a vehicle-specific design to fit select models of the Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your Jeep Gladiator:
- Product 1: HIGHLY VERSATILE. Adapt your trailer hitch to any towing situation with the highly versatile and easily adjustable design of this adjustable ball mount. The channel-style shank can be flipped to provide up to a 6-inch drop or 5-1/4-inch rise.
- Product 1: SMOOTH TOWING. For a smoother, quieter ride while towing your trailer, this adjustable drop hitch comes with a built-in anti-rattle feature, deterring vibrations, chucking and rattling at the coupling point.
- Product 1: POWERFUL BUILD. Constructed from high-strength steel, this adjustable hitch ball mount is ready to work. The 2-inch ball is rated for a capacity of 10,000 lbs., and the 2-5/16-inch ball for 14,000 lbs.
- Product 1: PRECISE FIT. This adjustable ball hitch comes with a standard shank to fit virtually any standard 2-inch x 2-inch trailer hitch receiver. It's perfect for most class 3, class 4 and class 5 hitches.
- Product 2: DEPENDABLE SECURITY. To protect your trailer and trailer hitch ball mount from theft, this locking hitch pin is made with high-strength steel construction.
Jeep Gladiator Tow Hitch Installation
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your Jeep Gladiator, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Jeep Gladiator trailer hitch installation:
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
No matter what, you’re going to need some sort of tow hitch to tow anything with your Gladiator.
The Jeep Gladiator allows for bumper towing, which just means you can mount a tow hitch ball right on the bumper rather than installing a hitch mounted to the frame.
The Jeep Gladiator’s bumper towing capacity is 3,500 lbs.
Here’s a good option for a bumper-mounted trailer hitch for all Jeep Gladiator models:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. This trailer hitch is rated for 5,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 500 lbs. tongue weight (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- VERSATILE DESIGN. This class 3 hitch equips your vehicle with a standard 2-inch x 2-inch hitch receiver, allowing for a wide variety of towing options. It can accept a ball mount, cargo carrier, bike rack, tow hook and much more
- FULLY TESTED. Every CURT class 3 trailer hitch design is tested in real-world, on-vehicle conditions at our Detroit engineering facility. Aftermarket hitches are tested according to SAE J684 standards for the utmost safety while hauling
- RUST, CHIP, UV-RESISTANT. This tow hitch is protected with a unique dual-coat finish of rust-resistant liquid Bonderite and highly durable black powder coat. The two finishes are co-cured together for exceptional resistance to rust, chipping and UV rays
- EASY TO INSTALL. This hitch offers a custom, factory fit on select model years of the Jeep Gladiator JT (Hitch is not to be used in Weight Distribution Applications)
How Can I Tell If My Jeep Gladiator Has A Tow Package Installed?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your Gladiator to see if you see a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow package already installed on your vehicle.
However, there’s more to it than simply looking. Once you confirm the presence of a tow hitch, you need to determine other factors that affect your towing, like an enhanced alternator, transmission cooling package, or other features.
You can research this by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your vehicle has any towing packages or features installed on it.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity By Trim Level
The 2023 Gladiator’s towing ability varies by trim level. See below to find yours.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Sport & Sport S Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Manual w/ Trailer Tow Package | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,500 lbs / 2,041 kg |
| Automatic w/ Trailer Tow Package | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Automatic w/ Max Tow Package | 3.6L V6 | 4.10 | 7,700 lbs / 3,493 kg |
| Automatic | EcoDiesel | 3.73 | 6,500 lbs / 2,948 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Willys Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Automatic | EcoDiesel | 3.73 | 6,500 lbs / 2,948 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Overland Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Automatic | EcoDiesel | 3.73 | 6,500 lbs / 2,948 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 3.73 | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Automatic | EcoDiesel | 3.73 | 6,500 lbs / 2,948 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 4.10 | 4,500 lbs / 2,041 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 4.10 | 7,000 lbs / 3,175 kg |
| Automatic | EcoDiesel | 3.73 | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Mojave Towing Capacity
| Configuration | Engine | Axle Ratio | Max Towing Capacity |
| Manual | 3.6L V6 | 4.10 | 4,500 lbs / 2,041 kg |
| Automatic | 3.6L V6 | 4.10 | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
2023 Jeep Gladiator Payload Capacity
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator payload capacity ranges from 1,175 pounds to 1,725 pounds based on the trim level and options it has.
2023 Gladiator Payload Capacity by Trim Level
Here is a chart displaying the max payload capacity for each 2023 Jeep Gladiator trim level:
- Sport: 1,200 lbs
- Sport S: 1,710 lbs
- Willys: 1,200 lbs
- Overland: 1,150 lbs
- High Altitude: 1,175 lbs
- Mojave: 1,200 lbs
- Rubicon: 1,300 lbs
Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity By Year
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator has a max tow capacity of 4,000 to 7,700 pounds.
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator has a max tow capacity of 4,000 to 7,700 pounds.
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator had a max tow capacity of 4,000 to 7,650 pounds.
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator had a max tow capacity of 4,000 to 7,650 pounds.
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator had a max tow capacity of 4,000 to 7,650 pounds.
2023 Jeep Vehicles Towing Capacity
| 2023 Jeep Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2023 Jeep Wagoneer | 10,000 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 9,850 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Gladiator | 7,700 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 7,200 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Cherokee | 4,000 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Wrangler | 3,500 lbs |
| 2023 Jeep Compass | 2,000 lbs |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2023 Jeep Gladiator Owner’s Manual on Mopar’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your 2023 Gladiator.