How Much Can a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Tow And What Parts Are Needed

Question:

I am contemplating purchasing a new Winnebago Mini 2201 trailer to tow behind my Jeep. The Jeep has the factory tow package. Trailer length is 26.9 and 8 wide 4900# Dry with two axles. Would I have any issues towing this trailer? I live in Denver and would have some uphill climbs. I also plan on traveling across the country extensively for long stretches of Interstate driving. Any advise would be very helpful before my purchase.

asked by: Ron S

Expert Reply:

I would be glad to hep you get setup with all the parts needed to tow a trailer with a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. That said, when it comes to towing capacity this can become a liability so we must simply recommend you stay under the vehicle's towing capacity which can be found in the owner's manual which according to my research can be as high as 7,200 lbs. I always suggest forums and social media groups to gauge how well any one particular vehicle can tow a trailer. In regards to parts, I have attached some recommendations below.

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75699
7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket part # HM40975
Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180
Husky Center Line Weight Distribution System part # HT32217

expert reply by: Conner L