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The Durango tows more than most three-row SUVs, but the number depends on the trim and the towing equipment. Here is how to get to 8,700 lb, what each towing package includes and how payload fits in.
| Configuration | Engine | Axle ratio | Max trailer weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT HEMI | 5.7L HEMI V8 | 3.09 | 7,200 lb |
| GT HEMI with Tow 'n Go | 5.7L HEMI V8 | 3.09 | 8,700 lb |
| R/T 392 | 6.4L HEMI V8 | 3.70 | 8,700 lb |
| SRT Hellcat | Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 | 3.70 | 8,700 lb |
Every rating assumes the vehicle has the factory towing equipment. A Durango without a hitch is not ready to tow at these weights, so check the window sticker or ask us to confirm what a specific vehicle has. Properly equipped, the Durango's 8,700-lb rating is 3,700 lb more than the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Traverse or gas Kia Telluride.
Dodge offers two ways to equip a Durango for towing. They overlap on the essentials but are built for different buyers.
| Tow 'n Go (GT HEMI) | Trailer-tow Group IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Hitch | Class IV, rated 8,700 lb | Class IV |
| Integrated trailer brake controller | Yes | Yes |
| Other towing hardware | Electronic limited-slip rear axle, Bilstein adaptive damping, auto headlamp leveling | Heavy-duty cooling, rear load-leveling suspension, Blind-spot Monitoring with Trailer Detection |
| Transfer case | Same AWD transfer case as the R/T 392 and Hellcat | Two-speed with low range on 5.7L models |
| Performance and looks | Black Brembo brakes, high-performance exhaust, widebody flares, 20-in SRT wheels | None |
| Spare | 295 run-flat tires | Full-size spare (compact on SRT) |
| Where it comes | Optional on GT HEMI | Standard with GT HEMI and R/T 392 Plus and Premium; optional on others |
Tow 'n Go is the path to 8,700 lb on the GT HEMI, and it makes the GT drive more like an R/T. The Trailer-tow Group IV is the more utility-focused package, with the cooling, load-leveling and low-range gearing that help with heavy trailers and steep launch ramps.
| Trim | Payload (est.) | Curb weight (est.) | GVWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT HEMI | 1,350 lb | 5,313 lb | 7,100 lb |
| R/T 392 | 1,401 lb | 5,378 lb | 7,100 lb |
| SRT Hellcat | 1,590 lb | 5,575 lb | 7,100 lb |
Payload is the weight of everything you put in the Durango: passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight. A full third row plus gear can use a large share of it before you hitch up, so add up the family and the cooler before you set out. The door-jamb label on each vehicle shows its exact payload.
A ski boat headed to Folsom Lake is the classic Durango job. For a wet launch ramp, the Trailer-tow Group IV's low range and rear load-leveling help the most. A camper going up Hwy 50 over Echo Summit to Tahoe is a different test: long climbs and long descents. That is where heavy-duty cooling, Tow mode and a well-adjusted brake controller earn their keep. On either trip, stay within your rated payload as well as your trailer weight, and come by the store if you want help matching a Durango to your trailer.
Up to 8,700 lb when properly equipped: the GT HEMI with Tow 'n Go, the R/T 392 or the SRT Hellcat. A GT HEMI without Tow 'n Go is rated at 7,200 lb.
The GT HEMI with the Tow 'n Go package, the R/T 392 and the SRT Hellcat, each with the factory towing equipment.
Both include a Class IV hitch and an integrated trailer brake controller. Tow 'n Go adds performance hardware like Brembo brakes and adaptive damping to the GT HEMI, while Trailer-tow Group IV adds heavy-duty cooling, rear load-leveling and a two-speed transfer case.
Yes, when equipped with Tow 'n Go or the Trailer-tow Group IV. Both packages include an integrated trailer brake controller.
Estimated at 1,350 lb for the GT HEMI, 1,401 lb for the R/T 392 and 1,590 lb for the SRT Hellcat. Check the door-jamb label for a specific vehicle.
The factory towing packages include a Class IV hitch.
Yes. Trailer-sway control is standard on every 2027 Durango trim.
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*Specifications are based on Dodge's 2027 Durango information and may change. Horsepower, torque, payload and curb weights marked est. are manufacturer estimates. EPA-estimated fuel economy; actual mileage will vary. Towing and payload require proper equipment; passengers and cargo reduce towing capacity. Equipment and package content vary by trim; confirm the equipment on a specific vehicle before you buy. Pricing on in-stock vehicles excludes government fees and taxes, any finance charges, dealer document processing charge and emission testing charge. Contact Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram for current pricing and availability.