Yahoo Autos SUVs With the Best Towing Capacity for 2024
You may think you need a truck to tow, but many SUVs on today's market offer towing capacities of 8000 lb or more that make the fully-enclosed option a competent hauler for most owners. Here are the most effective options, ranked by towing capacity.
Each towing capacity number quoted here is the maximum optional capacity for that SUV. In many cases, that capacity comes with an engine or towing package option that greatly raises the price from the quoted base-model MSRP.
2023 Jeep Wagoneer
Price: $63,595
Towing capacity: 10,000 pounds
Jeep's big Wagoneer currently holds the spot for highest towing capacity of any SUV on sale today, rated at a hearty 10,000 pounds. There's also ample interior space and standard V-8 power.
There are no fewer than three four-wheel drive systems available on the Wagoneer, each with varying degrees of capability. Whether you opt for two or four driven wheels, you'll be able to achieve that 10,000-pound tow rating.
Here's what you need to know about the Wagoneer
2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Price: $92,495
Towing capacity: 9850 pounds
Tailing only slightly behind its less expensive sibling, the more luxurious Jeep Grand Wagoneer puts up an impressive 9850 pounds when properly specced.
The Grand Wagoneer lives up to its name, earning its exuberant price tag via standard second-row captain's chairs, real wood trim, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and optional extras like a head-up display and a digital rear-view mirror.
Check out our first drive review
2024 Toyota Sequoia
Price: $67,725
Towing capacity: 9520 pounds
Toyota's latest Sequoia is particularly well-suited for hauling, thanks to a torque-happy turbocharged V-6 and some electric assistance. Yes, the latest Sequoia is hybrid-only.
The Sequoia shares much of its bones with Toyota's Tundra pickup truck, hence the impressive 9520-pound rating.
Check out the easter eggs hidden on the Sequoia
2024 Ford Expedition
Price: $57,420
Towing capacity: 9200 pounds
If you're in the market for a Ford F-150 but need a third row or real, covered storage space sealed away from the elements, the Ford Expedition is a wonderful choice. This SUV comes with a similar body-on-frame construction that allows it to play the role of a workhorse and a family hauler.
That massive towing capacity is thanks to a standard twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 making 380 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque, paired to a 10-speed automatic.
Here's what you should know about it
2024 Lincoln Navigator
Price: $84,660
Towing capacity: 8700 pounds
Want your hauler to deliver you and your cargo to your destination in ultimate luxury? You can't do much better than the Lincoln Navigator. It rides on the same platform as the Expedition and uses a similar engine, hence its similar towing performance.
The Navigator gets things like an elegant, luxurious interior, optional 30-way heated and ventilated front seats, and Lincoln's BlueCruise hands-free driving assistance.
Read our full review of the Navigator
2024 Dodge Durango
Price: $42,515
Towing capacity: 8700 pounds
The Dodge Durango is the king of SUVs when it comes to towing. In addition to being capable of pulling the most weight of any SUV on sale today, it's also incredibly spacious inside, with three rows of seating and plenty of cargo space.
While the Durango is one of the oldest vehicles on this list, an updated interior and new tech keep things in line with competition. Just make sure to option the 360-hp V-8 engine if you want to get that maximum towing capacity.
Check out our 5000-mile road trip review of the Hellcat
2024 Nissan Armada
Price: $53,000 (est.)
Towing capacity: 8500 pounds
The Nissan Armada is a little bit longer in the tooth than the other SUVs on this list, but it still packs a competitive towing capacity. That's thanks to standard V-8 power and a limited-slip differential out back for putting torque down effectively.
While its bones might be old, the Armada has been given constant updates to keep it relevant versus competitors. There's a modern infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, meaning it'll be perfectly suitable for most buyers.
The Armada is so big it couldn't fit through this tree
