Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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I want to buy a jeep that will pull at least 5,000 trailer capacity and I want decent gas mileage whatever that means Should I stick with the 4X4 or risk a 4X2? 3.6L V6 Or option 2: Bigger engine. Hemi? econodiesel?

asked by: JuliSue

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Based on Jeep's website, the Grand Cherokee 3.6L in either 4x2 or 4x4 in the Limited or Sterling will handle that capacity. The Trailhawk and 4x4 Overland will also tow that 6,200 lb capacity. I recommend the trailer package for whatever model you choose because it will have other features to make towing easier on your vehicle.

The larger engines sometimes give you more towing, but your gas mileage will suffer. For any of these 2018 models I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75699 which is also rated for your needed capacity.

Let me know if you have specific vehicle questions and I'd be happy to help with recommendations.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The distance from the ground to the top of the inside edge on the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13171 is 11-1/4" when we installed it on a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The distance from the ground to the top of the inside edge on the Curt Trailer…

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Answer 2

I did some digging around and could not find the exact weight. I can tell you that the shipping weight is 29 pounds and I would think the packaging would be around 3 pounds. So, the best estimate would be 26 pounds.

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Yes the etrailer hitch part #e98901 that you referenced does fit the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited X. Then for trailer wiring you'd want the part #118727 and you'd be set in that regard as well.

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Answer 4

The sticker on the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13182 is removable, but I strongly recommend against doing so. The sticker contains important information like the Tongue Weight (TW) and Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) ratings. Although I understand the…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Curt hitch part #C13182 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well. For trailer wiring you'd then want the part #118727. If…

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Answer 6

When towing, you're always going to be limited by your lowest rated component. No matter what you do, you're only going to be able to tow what your vehicle's capacity will allow. The components you mentioned would be good additions for…

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The square tube part #C13065 will be more hidden as it's cross-tube is up higher and the only thing that hangs down and is visible is just the hitch opening. I attached a picture that shows this hitch installed and you can see what I mean. The…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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To add a hitch to your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, I recommend the Draw-Tite item #DT42GR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Jeep with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 7,500 lbs towing capacity…

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Answer 12

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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