2012–2021 WK2 (4th generation)
2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing Capacity and Key Specifications
The 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 7,200 lbs when properly equipped. Fuel tank 24.6 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, by engine and drivetrain.
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The 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 7,200 lbs when properly equipped, and weighs about 4,500 lbs at the curb. Engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration all move the real number down, the door-jamb placard for your exact build governs.
2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee key specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Towing capacity (max) | 7,200 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 24.6 gallons |
| Fuel economy | 19 city / 26 hwy (3.6L V6 RWD); 14/22 (5.7L V8); 21/28 (3.0L EcoDiesel); 13/19 (6.4L SRT); 11/17 (6.2L Trackhawk) |
| Curb weight | 4,500 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in |
| Key fob battery | CR2032 |
2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee engines
| Engine | Trims | Power | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 | Laredo, Laredo E/X, Limited, Trailhawk, Overland, High Altitude, Summit (V6) | 290 hp | Regular 87 octane |
| 5.7L HEMI V8 | Laredo X, Limited, Limited X, Trailhawk, Overland, High Altitude, Summit (V8) | 360 hp | Regular 87 octane (premium recommended for best performance) |
| 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 (VM Motori) | Laredo, Limited, Overland, Summit (diesel) | 240 hp | Diesel (ULSD) |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 (392, SRT8/SRT) | SRT8 (2012–2013), SRT (2014–2021) | 475 hp | Premium 91+ octane recommended |
| 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 (Trackhawk) | SRT Trackhawk | 707 hp | Premium 91+ octane required |
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee model years does this cover?
These specs specifications apply to every Jeep Grand Cherokee built from 2012 through 2021 — the WK2 (4th generation), mid-size 2-row suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- 2012Launch of the 6.4L SRT8; carries over 3.6L Pentastar/5.7L HEMI lineup from 2011 introduction
- 2014Mid-cycle facelift: new front/rear fascias, 8-speed automatic standard, 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 introduced, monostable rotary shifter introduced (see rollaway recall)
- 2017Minor refresh: revised grille/lighting, Uconnect updates
- 2018SRT Trackhawk introduced with the 707-hp supercharged 6.2L
- 2019Final year for the 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 in the US Grand Cherokee
- 2021Final full model year of the WK2 as the primary Grand Cherokee nameplate
- 2022WK2 continues alongside the new WL for one more year, marketed as "Grand Cherokee WK" in reduced Laredo E, Laredo X, and Limited trim, 3.6L Pentastar only, not to be confused with the WL redesign sold in parallel
2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs: common questions
How much can a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee tow?
- Up to 7,200 lbs when properly equipped. That is a maximum for the best-configured version, engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration, and towing package all move the real number down, and the door-jamb placard plus the towing guide for your exact build is what governs.
How big is the fuel tank on a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- 24.6 gallons.
What does a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee weigh?
- About 4,500 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.
What gas mileage does a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
- 19 city / 26 hwy (3.6L V6 RWD); 14/22 (5.7L V8); 21/28 (3.0L EcoDiesel); 13/19 (6.4L SRT); 11/17 (6.2L Trackhawk) on the EPA cycle.
Sources
- Wikipedia, Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2), engine table and generation history
- NHTSA recall 14V-530, TIPM fuel pump relay
- NHTSA recall 16V-240, monostable shifter rollaway
- NHTSA recall 20V-699, EcoDiesel EGR cooler
- Fontana CDJR, Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity Guide (2011–2026), aggregated by-engine oil specs
- Victorville Motors, Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity
- Collierville CDJR, Jeep Grand Cherokee Bolt Pattern Guide (1999–2026)
- Wheel-Size.com, 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee wheel/tire fitments
- Firkins CJ, How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator on a Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Suncore Industries, Common Quadra-Lift air suspension issues (WK2)