The Wrangler was introduced into Jeep’s truck lineup as a compact pickup truck in 1983 and remains available today. Jeep trucks are known for their reliability and for having the features consumers expect from today’s vehicles, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2025 Jeep Wrangler?
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler has a towing capacity of 3,500 to 5,000 pounds depending on the configuration and model year.
There’s a bit more to know about Jeep Wrangler towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity
As we covered earlier, the current Jeep Wrangler can tow a maximum of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 2 door models can tow 2,000 pounds..
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4 door models can tow 3,500 pounds to 5,000 pounds.
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models can tow 3,500 pounds.
To get the max tow capacity of 5,000 out of your 2025 Wrangler, it needs to be a 4-door Rubicon model with the 2.0L I-4 engine, automatic transmission, and a 4.10 axle ratio.
| 2025 Jeep Wrangler Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| Sport (2 Door) | 2,000 lbs |
| Sport (4 Door) | 3,500 lbs |
| High Altitude (2 Door) | 2,000 lbs |
| High Altitude (4 Door) | 3,500 lbs |
| Rubicon (2 Door) | 2,000 lbs |
| Rubicon (4 Door, manual trans) | 3,500 lbs |
| Rubicon (4 Door, automatic trans) | 5,000 lbs |
| Sahara (4 Door) | 3,500 lbs |
| Sport S 4xe | 3,500 lbs |
| Willys 4xe | 3,500 lbs |
| Sahara 4xe | 3,500 lbs |
| High Altitude 4xe | 3,500 lbs |
| Rubicon 4xe | 3,500 lbs |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Here’s a video showing the Jeep Wrangler being put to a real-world off-road and towing test:
2025 Jeep Wrangler Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Jeep Wrangler Braked Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs. – 3,500 lbs.
Jeep Wrangler Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity Factors
There are a few factors that affect the Jeep Wrangler tow capacity.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Engine Specs
The current generation of the Jeep Wrangler has three engine options.
2.0 Liter Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine
The most basic Jeep Wrangler engine is the EC1, which is a 2.0 Liter Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 engine.
This engine produces 270 hp and 295 lb.-ft of torque, paired with a 8-speed automatic transmission.
3.6 Liter V6 Engine
The most common Jeep Wrangler engine is the ERC, which is a 3.6 Liter Regular Unleaded V6 engine.
This engine produces 285 hp and 260 lb.-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
6.4 Liter V8 Engine
The most premium Jeep Wrangler engine is the ESG, which is a 6.4 Liter Premium Unleaded V8 engine.
This engine produces 470 hp and 470 lb.-ft of torque, paired with a 8-speed automatic transmission.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Tow Package Info
Does The 2025 Jeep Wrangler Have A Tow Package?
The towing package for Jeep Wrangler is called the “Trailer-Tow Group”, and is available on all trim levels of the Wrangler, and is standard on the 4-door Rubicon trim.
The Jeep Wrangler towing package includes the following:
- Class II tow hitch receiver
- 4 and 7-pin Wiring Harness
- Auxiliary Swiches
- 700-Amp Maintenance-Free Battery
In addition, the 2025 Wrangler includes the following towing technology and safety features:
- Trailer Sway Control (standard on all trims)
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Jeep Wrangler?
If you plan on towing anything with your Jeep Wrangler, 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.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Jeep Wrangler uses a Class 2 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Class II Jeep Wrangler trailer hitch:
- Custom designed to be compatible with factory bumper of 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK (Both 2 door & 4 door models.) Not compatible with JL.
- 2 inch receiver with ratings of 3500 Lb Gross Trailer Weight; 350 Lb Tongue Weight.
- Black powder coated for long lasting corrosion resistance.
- Includes one hitch cover to protect receiver tube when not in use. Keep mud dirt and pests out!
- Plug & Play wiring harness with factory appearance
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your Wrangler:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
2025 Jeep Wrangler Tow Hitch Installation
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your Wrangler, 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 Wrangler trailer hitch installation:
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With A Jeep Wrangler?
The Jeep Wrangler does not allow for bumper towing, so you’ll need to use a frame-mounted hitch.
How Do I Know If My 2025 Jeep Wrangler Has A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your Wrangler to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your Wrangler.
Another way to research this is 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.
2025 Jeep Wrangler Payload Capacity
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler has a payload capacity ranging from 1,088 to 1,328 pounds.
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sport 3.6L Payload Capacity: 1,218 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sport 2.0L Payload Capacity: 1,197 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 3.6L Payload Capacity: 1,257 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 2.0L Payload Capacity: 1,228 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 3.6L (4.10 axle ratio) Payload Capacity: 1,327 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 3.6L (4.88 axle ratio) Payload Capacity: 1,328 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2.0L (4.10 axle ratio) Payload Capacity: 1,298 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 6.4L Payload Capacity: 1,088 pounds
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has a payload capacity ranging from 1,188 to 1,398 pounds.
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Sport Payload Capacity: 1,398 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys Payload Capacity: 1,270 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Sahara Payload Capacity: 1,378 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe High Altitude Payload Capacity: 1,188 pounds
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon Payload Capacity: 1,328 pounds
Check out our guide to the 1987 to 2023 Wrangler towing capacities for other model years’ info.
2025 Jeep Vehicles Towing Capacity Chart
| 2025 Jeep Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2025 Jeep Wagoneer | 10,000 lbs |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 9,810 lbs |
| 2025 Jeep Gladiator | 7,700 lbs |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 7,200 lbs |
| 2025 Jeep Wrangler | 5,000 lbs |
| 2025 Jeep Compass | 2,000 lbs |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2025 Jeep Wrangler 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 2025 Wrangler.