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2020 Jeep Cherokee vs Grand Cherokee

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Jeep Cherokee

vs.

Jeep Grand Cherokee
$27,450 MSRP

Starting Price

$32,045 MSRP
5

Trim Levels

7
Uconnect® 4 with 7-inch touchscreen

Entertainment System

Uconnect® 4 with 7-inch touchscreen
3 engines

Engine Options

4 engines
9-speed automatic

Transmission

8-speed automatic
4,500 pounds

Max. Towing

7,200 pounds

 

Dunlap drivers love the rugged and refined Jeep lineup, but which model is the best choice for your unique needs? In this guide, we’ll go through the key differences between the popular 2020 Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee. While both models are versatile enough for daily Bartonville errands and Galesburg camping trips, we’ll detail just how they differ in categories like price and performance. Let’s take a look:

 

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Pricing and Trims

Budget is one of the top concerns when shopping for a new car and between the two models, the Jeep Cherokee has the lower starting price. However, the Grand Cherokee has more trim levels available to customize your driving experience, and to alter you performance and enhance your towing capacity. Both lineups offer 4×2 and 4×4 configurations available. Take a look:

Jeep Cherokee

  • Latitude
  • Latitude Plus
  • Limited
  • Overland
  • Trailhawk (4×4 only)

Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • Laredo
  • Limited
  • Trailhawk
  • Overland
  • Summit
  • SRT
  • Trackhawk

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Dimensions and Features

How do the two Jeeps differ when you get inside the cabin? Between the Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Grand Cherokee is the larger model of the two with 68.3 cubic feet of cargo space – over 13 cubic feet more than the Cherokee. However, both offer top-notch technology and infotainment like:

  • Standard Uconnect® 4 infotainment interface
  • Standard 7-inch touchscreen
  • Available Uconnect® 4C NAV with 8.4-inch display
  • Apple CarPlay™
  • Android Auto®
  • 6-speaker sound system

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Engines and Specs

Finally, what about power? Both Jeep lineups include plenty of variety – including a whopping seven different engine options between them! So whether you’re looking for everyday efficiency or ultra-tough V8 power, you can find a great match:

Jeep Cherokee

  • Standard 180-hp 2.4L I-4 Tigershark engine with engine start-stop (ESS).
  • Optional 270-hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine with ESS
  • Optional 271-hp 3.2L Pentastar V6 engine with ESS

Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • Standard 295-hp 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine with variable-valve timing (VVT)
  • Optional 360-hp 5.7L V8 engine with Fuel Saver technology and VVT
  • Optional 475-hp 6.4L V8 SRT® engine with Fuel Saver
  • Optional 707-hp 6.2L Supercharged V8

Find Your Jeep with Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Peoria

You’ve read all about the Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee, now which one will you choose for the open road? If you’re ready to start your search, feel free to take advantage of the Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Peoria Online Shopper™ tool to view each model in detail, formulate a payment plan, and schedule a home delivery!

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