4WD mastery and leadership - it has always been at the core or the Jeep® brand. A Jeep® Trail Rated® badge is found on all 4x4s that pass a series of grueling tests designed to prove off-road capability on the world's most demanding terrain. There are five main categories of testing: Water Fording, Traction, Ground Clearance, Maneuverability and Articulation. (Note: 4x4 and the Trail Rated badge are available features)

Water Fording

• For crossing streams and underpasses. Measures the ability to cross a specific depth of water at a specified speed. The speed decreases as the depth increases. The 2008 Jeep Liberty has tremendous water fording capability (20 inches when under 5 mph). A word or two about your Liberty and water. Do not attempt water fording unless depth is known to be less than 20 inches. Traversing water can cause damage that may not be covered by the new-vehicle warranty. Always off-road responsibly in approved areas.

Traction

• For the ability to climb slopes that only mountain goats would dare attempt. Testing includes tire traction on untamed, slippery roads (wet, mud, snow) and on steep grades. The 2008 Jeep Liberty has the most traction of any Liberty ever.

Ground Clearance

• For ability to drive over obstacles or logs, or whatever else happens to be blocking your path to the backwoods. Includes approach, departure and breakover angles.

Maneuverability

• For predictable navigation around emergency situations, like trees or large boulders that are close together. Includes subjective evaluations that range from exterior damage potential to mirrors while going through narrow gaps to cosmetic damage to sills under the body.

Articulation

• Articulation is a fancy term that relates to a vehicles suspension and frame flexibility. Good flexibility helps the tires maintain contact with the ground even on uneven terrain. Articulation is measured by driving one tire up a 20-degree ramp and stopping when a tire begins to lift off the ground. The distance up the ramp helps determine its Ramp Travel Index (RTI) rating. Generally speaking, a vehicle's RTI rating is directly correlated to its overall capability on the trail.

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The All New 2008 Jeep® Liberty with 210 hp V6 engine and and available 4-speed automatic transmission can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped with a load leveling hitch. See the Towing Guide»

Trailer Tow Class III Group (optional on Sport and Limited) includes:

• Class III hitch receiver
• Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
• 7-pin wiring harness
• Full-size spare
• 7-to-4 pin adapter
• Heavy-duty engine cooling and power steering cooler are also included if equipped with automatic transmission