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Can a towbar be fitted to a Jeep Cherokee?
Yes. Towbar Express can supply and fit towbars to many Jeep Cherokee models where a suitable approved towbar application is available. The Cherokee has been produced across several generations with different petrol and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions and two-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive systems. The correct towbar must therefore be matched to the exact model year, generation and specification of the vehicle. Fitting is carried out by our mobile towbar fitting engineers at your home or workplace.
What towbar options are available for the Jeep Cherokee?
Depending on the generation and exact approved application, the Jeep Cherokee can be available with a fixed flange towbar, fixed swan neck towbar or detachable swan neck towbar. A fixed flange towbar is a practical choice for regular towing and compatible accessories, while a fixed swan neck provides a slimmer appearance. A detachable swan neck can be removed when it isn't being used, helping to maintain a cleaner appearance at the rear of the Cherokee. The exact options available depend on the age and specification of your vehicle.
Which towbar is best for my Jeep Cherokee?
If you regularly tow a caravan or trailer, a fixed flange towbar is a practical option where available and provides flexibility for compatible towbar-mounted accessories. A fixed swan neck offers a slimmer design while remaining permanently fitted. If you prefer the towball to be removed when you're not towing, a detachable swan neck is an excellent option where available, leaving a cleaner appearance at the rear of the Cherokee. The best option will depend on your particular vehicle and how you intend to use the towbar. You can also read our guide to the different types of towbar for more information.
What is the towbar rated to on a Jeep Cherokee?
The maximum towbar rating depends on the generation and exact approved towbar fitted to the Jeep Cherokee. Each towbar has its own maximum towing weight and vertical nose-load limit, and these figures are separate from the towing capacity of the vehicle itself. A towbar having a higher maximum rating does not increase the amount that your Cherokee is permitted to tow. The vehicle, towbar, towball and towing equipment must all remain within their individual limits, with the lowest applicable limit determining the maximum permitted load. Find out more in our guide to maximum towing weights.
How do I check how much my Jeep Cherokee can tow?
The safest way to establish your Jeep Cherokee's towing capacity is to check the vehicle's VIN plate and the manufacturer's technical specification for the exact model. The VIN plate shows important weight information including the vehicle's maximum authorised mass and maximum train weight. Where the vehicle is approved for towing and a maximum train weight is specified, the difference between the first two relevant weight figures gives the maximum permitted trailer weight. This is particularly important with the Cherokee because towing limits can vary considerably according to the generation, engine, transmission and drivetrain. You can find more information in our towing weight guide. If you're unsure, Towbar Express can help you identify the relevant figures before fitting.
Does my Jeep Cherokee need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the generation and exact towbar fitted to the Jeep Cherokee. Different generations use different rear bumper and lower-trim designs, and fitting requirements can also vary between towbar manufacturers. Some applications may require a cut to the underside of the rear bumper or lower trim, while other applications can be fitted without the same modification. Where a bumper cut is required, it is carried out carefully in accordance with the towbar manufacturer's fitting instructions.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my Jeep Cherokee?
This depends on the exact Jeep Cherokee towbar application. Where a non-visible bumper cut is specified, the cut is positioned underneath the rear bumper or lower trim so that it cannot normally be seen when standing behind the vehicle. Because the Cherokee has been produced across several generations with different rear bumper designs, Towbar Express will confirm whether a cut is required and whether it will be visible before fitting your towbar.
What electrics do you fit to a Jeep Cherokee?
We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the Jeep Cherokee. Where the appropriate kit is available, we use vehicle-specific wiring designed to integrate with the Cherokee's electrical systems and provide the connections required for trailer or caravan road lighting and other supported 13-pin functions. The correct dedicated electrical kit is selected according to the generation, model year and specification of the vehicle.
Will a towbar affect my Jeep Cherokee's parking sensors?
A fixed towbar can sometimes be detected by the Jeep Cherokee's rear parking sensors where these are fitted, depending on the position of the sensors and the exact towbar design. Where available, a detachable swan neck towbar is a good option if you're concerned about this because the towball neck can be completely removed when you're not towing, leaving the rear of the Cherokee clear during everyday driving. On later models, using the correct vehicle-specific towing electrics is also important so that supported towing, parking and vehicle functions can operate correctly when a trailer is connected.
Is the Jeep Cherokee towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Yes, where the particular Jeep Cherokee is approved for towing and the appropriate towbar is fitted. A suitable swan neck towbar can be compatible with AL-KO and Winterhoff stabiliser hitches commonly fitted to caravans, provided the required towball clearances are met. If a fixed flange towbar is fitted, the correct AL-KO compatible towball must be used. The trailer weight and vertical load must always remain within the permitted limits of the Jeep Cherokee, towbar and towing equipment.
Can you fit a towbar to my Jeep Cherokee at home?
Yes. Where a suitable approved towbar and dedicated electrical kit are available for your particular vehicle, Towbar Express offers mobile towbar fitting, so our engineer can fit your Jeep Cherokee towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm.
