July 14 2023,
On top of being very practical vehicles for your daily drives –like for your commute to work and all of your shopping needs, or even your weekend getaways and family adventures- sport utility vehicles usually also offer a towing capacity. So, if you are shopping for a vehicle of this category, here is a top 10 of our favorite SUVs and their towing capacities.
Offered in seven different trim levels, the Jeep Compass is a compact SUV equipped with a new powertrain and transmission for this model year, thanks to which fuel consumption numbers are lower than before. All-wheel drive is also standard offered on all trims. Here are more details:
| Sport | $ 38,685 |
| North | $ 41,485 |
| Altitude | $ 44,590 |
| Trailhawk | $ 45,635 |
| Limited | $ 46,535 |
| (RED) | $ 49,075 |
| Trailhawk Elite | $ 49,185 |
As previously mentioned, the Compass is equipped with a new powertrain this year, including a turbo engine and an 8- speed automatic transmission:
| Powertrain | 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbo |
| Power | 200 HP |
| Torque | 211 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 2,000 pounds / 907 kg |
Also compact in size, although larger, the Jeep Cherokee is offered in two trim levels. For 2023 no changes have been made and the two trims are equipped with all-wheel drive and a 9- speed transmission. Here are the details:
| Altitude | $ 49,585 |
| Trailhawk | $ 53,690 |
Each trim is equipped with a different powertrain. When properly equipped, the Cherokee can tow up to 4,000 pounds:
| Powertrain | 4 cyl. Tigershark MultiAir 2,4 L | 4 cylindres turbo 2,0 L |
| Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 171 lb-ft. | 295 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 2,000 pounds / 907 kg | 4,000 pounds / 1,814 kg |
Just like a Swiss knife, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers several possibilities like, for example, a model with a longer wheelbase and a plug-in hybrid version. The regular model is offered in six trim levels:
| Laredo | $ 54,823 |
| Altitude | $ 58,178 |
| Limited | $ 59,111 |
| Overland | $ 66,726 |
| Summit | $ 71,811 |
| Summit Reserve | $ 75,816 |
By opting for the standard model of the Grand Cherokee, there are two available powertrains, including an optional V8 engine. There is only one transmission available, with 8 speeds:
| Powertrain | 3.6 L Pentastar V6 | 5.7 L V8 |
| Power | 290 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 257 lb-ft. | 295 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 6,200 pounds / 2,812 kg | 7,200 pounds / 3,265 kg |
A midsize SUV, the Highlander will allow you to tow up to 5,000 pounds, except for the hybrid models that can only tow up to 3,500 pounds. Here are the traditional fuel versions and prices:
| LE AWD | $ 48,594 |
| XLE AWD | $ 51,294 |
| XSE AWD | $ 53,594 |
| Limited AWD | $ 56,834 |
Only one powertrain is available for these models:
| Powertrain | 2.4 L 4- cylinder turbo |
| Power | 265 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5,000 pounds / 2,268 kg |
Also with a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds, the midsize Honda Pilot boasts a new look for 2023. It is offered in five trim levels:
| Sport | $ 52,773 |
| EX-L | $ 56,565 |
| Trailsport | $ 59,873 |
| Touring | $ 63,465 |
| Black Edition | $ 64,965 |
Thanks to a powerful engine, the Pilot SUV offers a high towing capacity:
| Powertrain | 3.5 L VTC V6 |
| Power | 285 HP |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5,000 pounds / 2,268 kg |
Relatively new to the market, the midsize Kia Telluride SUV offers a 5,000 pound towing capacity. Refined, elegant and very spacious, here are the trims and their prices:
| EX | $ 52,859 |
| SX | $ 57,859 |
| SX Limited | $ 61,859 |
| X-Line | $ 63,859 |
| X-Pro | $ 65,459 |
Under the hood of this superb utility, you will find only one powertrain coupled with an 8- speed automatic transmission. Here are the details:
| Powertrain | 3.8 L GDI V6 |
| Power | 291 HP |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5,000 pounds / 2,268 kg |
When it comes to American models, the Chevrolet Traverse is imposing with its massive silhouette that offers loads of space and, no matter the selected trim among the six offered, you can expect to have all-wheel drive as standard offered equipment:
| LS | $ 45,147 |
| LT | $ 49,447 |
| True North | $ 54,347 |
| RS | $ 55,447 |
| Premier | $ 60,247 |
| High Country | $ 65,247 |
The only powertrain offered on the Traverse is quite powerful, while still remaining energy efficient:
| Powertrain | 3.6 L V6 |
| Power | 310 HP |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5,000 pounds / 2,268 kg |
Except for the Commodity trim, the Subaru Ascent can tow up to 2,270 pounds. However, all trims are equipped with the famous Subaru symmetrical full-time all-wheel drive system:
| Commodity | $ 43,311 |
| Touring | $ 47,811 |
| Onyx | $ 49,611 |
| Limited | $ 53,211 |
| Premier | $ 56,311 |
No matter if it can welcome up to 7- or 8- passengers, it is equipped with the following powertrain:
| Powertrain | 2.4 L - cylinder turbo |
| Power | 260 HP |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 2,270 pounds / 1,030 kg |
Its compact size makes it an ideal SUV for the city, but it will still allow you to tow up to 3,500 pounds. Here are the trims:
| GS-L | $ 38,250 |
| GT | $ 43,200 |
| GT Turbo | $ 45,700 |
| Meridian | $ 48,200 |
Standard offered on the Meridian and GT Turbo trims, this powertrain not only provides you with an exceptional driving experience, but also with a generous towing capacity:
| Powertrain | 2.5 L 4- cylinder | 2.5 L 4- cylinder turbo |
| Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft. | 320 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 2,000 pounds / 907 kg | 3,500 pounds / 1,588 kg |
Its attractive style and numerous amenities make it one of the most appreciated compact SUVs. Here are all of the fuel trims:
| Essential | $ 31,156 |
| Preferred | $ 33,556 |
| Urban | $ 41,156 |
| N Line | $ 41,156 |
Two powertrains, one towing capacity:
| Powertrain | 2.5 L 4- cylinder | 1.6 L 4- cylinder turbo |
| Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 3,500 pounds / 1,588 kg | 3,500 pounds / 1,588 kg |
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