--- title: "Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity and Specs" description: "How the Jeep Wrangler specs specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The Jeep Wrangler tows up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped. Fuel tank 17.5 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the Jeep Wrangler, by engine and drivetrain." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/specs" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity and Key Specifications The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Jeep Wrangler specs specification changed by year? | Model years | Max towing | Fuel tank | Curb weight | EPA mpg | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2018-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/specs) | 3,500 lbs | 17.5 gal | 4,100 lbs | 17 city / 23 hwy (3.6L V6, 2dr auto); 22-24 combined (2.0L turbo auto); 22 city / 29 hwy (3.0L EcoDiesel); 49 MPGe combined / ~20 mpg gas-only (4xe); 13 city / 17 hwy (6.4L 392) | | [2012-2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/specs) | 3,500 lbs | 18.6 gal | 3,760 lbs | 17 city / 21 hwy (automatic, 2-door); roughly 1 mpg lower on 4-door Unlimited and manual-transmission variants | ## Full specifications by generation The specs on a Jeep Wrangler is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/specs) - [2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/specs) ## Jeep Wrangler specs: common questions ### How much can a Jeep Wrangler tow? Up to 3,500 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 Jeep Wrangler? 17.5 gallons. ### What does a Jeep Wrangler weigh? About 4,100 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo. ### What gas mileage does a Jeep Wrangler get? 17 city / 23 hwy (3.6L V6, 2dr auto); 22-24 combined (2.0L turbo auto); 22 city / 29 hwy (3.0L EcoDiesel); 49 MPGe combined / ~20 mpg gas-only (4xe); 13 city / 17 hwy (6.4L 392) on the EPA cycle. ## Sources - [NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report 20V-124, clutch pressure plate](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCLRPT-20V124-8022.PDF) - [NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-787, 4xe HV battery fire risk](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V787-2073.PDF) - [The Drive, NHTSA opens investigation into 2018-2019 JL frame welds/steering](https://www.thedrive.com/news/29962/nhtsa-opens-investigation-on-2018-2019-jeep-wrangler-over-faulty-frame-welds) - [Go-Parts, 2019-2024 Jeep Wrangler steering damper guide, TSB 23-079-23](https://www.go-parts.com/garage/ps-2019-2024-jeep-wrangler-steering-damper) - [xtremediesel.com, 2020-2023 Wrangler 3.0 EcoDiesel oil spec (MS-12991, 5W-40, 9.0 qt)](https://www.xtremediesel.com/jeep-2020-wrangler-ecodiesel/fluids-filters/engine-oil) - [Victorville Motors / Fontana CDJR, Wrangler oil type & capacity by engine and year](https://www.victorvillemotors.com/service-department/service-tips/jeep-wrangler-oil-type/) - [Green Car Reports, 2021 Wrangler 4xe EPA electric range (22 mi) and MPGe (49)](https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131650_2021-jeep-wrangler-4xe-plug-in-hybrid-rated-for-22-electric-miles) - [MotorTrend, 2021 Rubicon 392 EPA fuel economy (13/17/14 mpg)](https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-392-fuel-economy-mpg) - [DrivingLine / MotorTrend, Xtreme Recon package factory 35-in tire spec (LT315/70R17)](https://www.drivingline.com/articles/37-s-and-no-lift-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-rubicon-392-xtreme-recon/) - [4 Wheel Parts, JL factory tire sizes by trim (Sport 245/75R17, Rubicon 285/70R17)](https://www.4wheelparts.com/articles/what-tires-fit-on-the-jeep-wrangler-jl) - [jlwranglerforums.com, JL cabin air filter part number and location](https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/cabin-air-filter-part-servicing.5432/) - [Edmunds, 2018 Jeep Wrangler specs (fuel tank, curb weight, EPA mpg)](https://www.edmunds.com/jeep/wrangler/2018/features-specs/) ## Find your exact Wrangler - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012) More Jeep Wrangler guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/key-fob-battery) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.