Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Jeep Cherokee

 

When you're cruising around the Philadelphia, Delaware County, and Center City areas, you deserve a ride that's versatile and thrilling every time you get behind the wheel. For those of you who want to take some off-road adventures, there's really no better option than a Jeep. These impressive vehicles have a well-established reputation for exceptional off-road performance.

Among the most popular Jeep vehicles available in the Jeep Cherokee, but the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a lot to offer as well. As the name would suggest, the Grand Cherokee is the bigger version of the Cherokee, but you may not need the extra space. Learn more about their differences and find out which rugged off-roader works best for you in our comprehensive Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison below.

Performance: Which Has More Power?

No matter which of these Jeeps you opt for, you're going to be in for incredible off-road performance. The base-level Cherokee features a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine capable of producing 180 horsepower. The Grand Cherokee, on the other hand, features a much bigger 3.6-liter V6 at its base level, offering an impressive 295 horsepower.

While you can upgrade the Cherokee to a powerful V6 engine, it's not quite as powerful, as it's only a 3.2-liter with 271 horsepower. Upgrade the Grand Cherokee, and you'll have access to unrivaled power. The available 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 ups your horsepower all the way to 475. If you push it even further with the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V8, you can enjoy the best-in-class 707 horsepower.

Fuel Economy: Which Is More Fuel Efficient?

With the Grand Cherokee vehicle's extra power and larger size, it's only natural that it takes a bit of a hit in terms of fuel economy. The base-level Grand Cherokee gets an EPA-estimated 26 MPG highway and 19 MPG city.* While impressive considering how much power it has, the Cherokee earns 31 MPG on the highway.**

If you upgrade the Cherokee to its V6 version, you can enjoy an EPA-estimated 29 MPG highway*** while the upgraded Grand Cherokee with 475 horsepower only earns 19 MPG highway and 13 MPG city.*

Dimensions: Which Has More Space?

The Grand Cherokee is an SUV while the Cherokee is a crossover, so you can generally expect the numbers on the Grand Cherokee to be larger whether you're talking about turning diameter or interior space.

While the Grand Cherokee is generally bigger, you'll find more legroom in the Cherokee with 41.1 inches in the front and 40.3 inches in the back, compared to 40.3 inches in the front and 38.6 inches in the back in the Grand Cherokee.

Jeep Cherokee vs Jeep Grand Cherokee - You Decide!

When it comes to these two impressive SUVs, determining which is best depends on what you value most. If you want power, the Grand Cherokee is the clear winner, but those who wish for exceptional efficiency might want to opt for the Cherokee.

Find out for yourself which is best for you by heading over to Family Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Our knowledgeable team can show off every inch of these two incredible vehicles. Visit us or give us a call to take these incredible vehicles for test drives today! We proudly serve customers in the Philadelphia, Delaware County, and Center City area.

 

 

*Actual mileage will vary. For more information, please visit: www.jeep.com/fuelefficiency.

**EPA-estimated mpg with a 2.4L engine and nine-speed automatic transmission, 4x2. Actual mileage may vary.

*** EPA-estimated mpg with a 3.2L engine and nine-speed automatic transmission, 4x2. Actual mileage may vary.