2020 Wrangler 2.0 Turbo

[Yellow Boler]

Originally Posted by Raspy

Simply changing the springs, does not change the tow rating of the vehicle. It also doesn't change the height, to width to length ratios, the tongue weight, or the size of the brakes. It's best to stay a good margin below the listed max tow rating of the vehicle.

I never said it would change the tow rating, but it might make it more stable for towing. I know a lot of trucks use air bags to make them more stable. No reason it would not work here.

[Bill in Pittsburgh]

Originally Posted by Yellow Boler

According to the specs both the 3.6L V6 and 2.0T are capable of 3500lbs towing. The 2.0T actually has more torque (295 lb.-ft) than the 3.6 V6 ( 260 lb.-ft) with just a little less overall horse power (270 vs 280). So despite what you are claiming the actual specs says it will work up to 3500lbs. Now as far as reliability I would say probably the 3.6 v6 is better than a turbo, which historically turbos are less reliable. But as far as having enough power it looks like the 2.0T could do the job.

These horsepower and torque ratings are maximums measured at full turbo boost. I, personally, would not want to be what I consider over stressing these tiny motors towing anything over hill and dale. O.P. did not say if this has a manual transmission or a slip box. I would especially offer concern if this Wrangler has an automatic transmission. I am not saying that this vehicle would fail to tow. I am just saying I think it is a poor choice for towing and suggesting that towing could seriously effect the life of this vehicle.
Probably a good engine choice for a Wrangler not being asked to tow.

[billeldon]

Originally Posted by Yellow Boler

According to the specs both the 3.6L V6 and 2.0T are capable of 3500lbs towing. The 2.0T actually has more torque (295 lb.-ft) than the 3.6 V6 ( 260 lb.-ft) with just a little less overall horse power (270 vs 280). So despite what you are claiming the actual specs says it will work up to 3500lbs. Now as far as reliability I would say probably the 3.6 v6 is better than a turbo, which historically turbos are less reliable. But as far as having enough power it looks like the 2.0T could do the job.

People who tow small trailers with big trucks will always insist that’s the only vehicle you can tow with. Our Audi Q5 2.0T did ok taking our 17’ Casita over the 11,312’ Monarch Pass, the only things going (slightly) faster up the grade were blowing huge clouds of diesel exhaust at us trying to go 45 instead of 40 mph ;-)