What is the Tongue Weight Capacity of a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 3.2 Liter with Tow Package

Published 09/27/2018

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Question:

Tongue capacity for 2016 Cherokee Trailhawk 3.2 L w/ Tow Package Does the subject vehicle have the sufficient tongue strength to tow a loaded 6x12 single axel enclosed trailer about 3500 lbs.. I know its rated to tow up to 4500 lbs., but Im worried about the weight on the hitch.

asked by: George S

Expert Reply:

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with the 3.2 liter motor and factory tow package has a tongue weight capacity of 450 pounds according to the vehicle owner's manual. You can check your owner's manual in the trailer towing section to confirm.

If you do not already have a hitch the Curt hitch # C13172 is popular and once installed only the receiver will be visible. I have linked a video showing installation of this hitch for you. I also recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And if needed you can add trailer wiring # HM40975-11933 which is designed for models with the factory tow package. It will give you both a 4-Way and 7-Way connector.

expert reply by: Michael H