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Jeep Gladiator Towing & Payload

2021 Jeep Gladiator


So, Jeep has a pickup truck, huh? You bet—and a pickup truck that can tow some pretty impressive loads at that. If you’ve been looking for a crossover between legendary Jeep off-road ability and the strong towing and performance of a pickup, we have the vehicle for you.

These are certainly exciting times, and our Walker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram team would love to be by your side during them. So, check out this towing and payload guide for the Jeep Gladiator and then contact us to schedule a test drive. We’ll have you venturing on and off the streets of Hurricane, Charleston, and Huntington, WV, in no time.


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Jeep Gladiator Engines

Engine type plays a major role in how much a vehicle can tow. The Jeep Gladiator gives you two options depending on what exactly you’re looking for. The standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine roars to life as it generates 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. It also includes engine Start-Stop technology to optimize its fuel efficiency.

The available 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine is made for drivers looking for fierce levels of torque. The EcoDiesel roars as it outputs 260 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. When paired with the 8-speed automatic transmission, this marvel of engineering offers exciting acceleration and the ability to handle heavy weights.

Jeep Gladiator Towing and Payload by Trim

Exactly how much you’ll be able to tow is going to depend on which trim level you choose. Each trim in the Gladiator is fine-tuned with its own unique set of features and mechanical design that enables impressive towing and payload capacity. Take a look!

Jeep Gladiator Trim Level

 Max Towing Capacity

Max Payload

2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport

4,000 lbs.

1,700 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Sport

4,000 lbs.

1,700 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport S

4,000 lbs.

1,700 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys

4,000 lbs.

1,700 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland

4,000 lbs.

1,140 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator 80th Anniversary

4,500 lbs.

1,105 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Freedom

4,000 lbs.

1,700 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave

4,500 lbs.

1,200 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

4,500 lbs.

1,200 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude

6,000 lbs.

1,120 lbs.

2021 Jeep Gladiator Towing Technologies

As you can see, you’ll be able to bring a lot with you on your adventure in the Jeep Gladiator. Also, some of the available helpful towing technologies you’ll have include the following:

  • Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
  • ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera
  • Heavy-duty Dana® 44 axles
  • Trailer-Tow Package
  • And much, much more!

Let us know if you have any questions about these systems or features, as our experts would love to answer them. This especially applies to the available Trailer-Tow Package that would outfit your Jeep Gladiator with a 240-amp alternator, a Class IV hitch receiver, heavy-duty engine cooling, and more.

2021 Gladiator Payload Tech

2021 Jeep Gladiator TowingHowever, towing isn’t the only impressive capability you’ll enjoy in this truck—there’s also its payload. The 35.5 cubic feet of volume in the cargo box can hold plenty of equipment as you drive around town or to your next job site.

Just as the Jeep pickup truck provides you with a range of towing technologies, it also provides you with a state-of-the-art truck bed that’s ready to help you get it done. It can come loaded with these available features:

  • Tailgate
  • Tonneau cover
  • Rugged steel box
  • Trail Rail™ System
  • Weatherproof power outlet

2021 Jeep Gladiator Maximum Towing Capacity

Since you’ve seen what the Jeep Gladiator is capable of across its base level in each trim and learned about the available features that can be equipped to improve towing, you’re probably wondering: How much can the Gladiator tow? The short answer: tons.

When properly equipped and outfitted for the job, the Jeep Gladiator achieves a max towing capacity of 7,650 pounds. This is the result of the impressive engineering from the experts at Jeep. You can look forward to dominating the road with every drive you make.

We understand we’ve hit you with a lot of numbers. The real question is what all this means for you on your next drive. Read on to discover just what the Jeep Gladiator and its impressive towing and payload capacities could mean to you.

What Will You Haul with All These Capabilities?

2021 Jeep Gladiator TowingWhat could you haul on the streets of Charleston, Huntington, and Hurricane, West Virginia, with such capacities? A lot. Some of your heavier loads could include towable RVs, small ski boats, small horse trailers, and other similar items. Your next camping trip or other off-roading adventure will be made better by having plenty of tools and gear along for the ride.

Of course, that also means you could easily handle lighter fare, such as small outboard boats, tent trailers, a couple of ATVs, small Airstream camping trailers, miscellaneous personal watercraft, and so on. The Jeep Gladiator excels at towing for both work and play. You’ll be ready to adapt to whatever life throws at you next with this capable truck.

Now that you see what the Jeep Gladiator is capable of, you’re sure to be wondering how exactly you would use this power. Do you have questions about whether the Jeep Gladiator can handle your cargo? Ask us today! Our team has the knowledge and experience to get you ready to tackle whatever you next big adventure is.


Experience the 2021 Jeep Gladiator for Yourself Here at Walker CDJR!

Regardless of whether you live in Huntington, Hurricane, Charleston, or anywhere else around West Virginia, we’re your go-to dealership for getting behind the wheel of Jeep’s pickup truck for a test drive. The best way to experience the Gladiator and its capability is to get hands-on time with it.

The team at Walker CDJR is ready to help area drivers find the next vehicle of their dreams. There are so many ways to get started but calling us or chatting with us on our website are the easiest. Contact us today!


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