Jeep Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee

Powerful Performance

The 2022 Jeep Cherokee offers three impressive engines in its powertrain lineup, starting with a standard 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. With this engine and the 9-speed automatic transmission linked to it, you’ll enjoy a peppy 180 horsepower and an impressive EPA-estimated 22 city/31 highway MPG.

• 2.0L Turbo engine
• 270 horsepower
• 295 lb-ft of torque

The most powerful engine of the Cherokee is the available 3.2L Pentastar® V6 engine that delivers 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers a handful of engines to choose from, including a powerful available 2.0L I4 DOHC DI Turbo PHEV engine. It makes a whopping 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque.

For the most towing power you can get with the Grand Cherokee, you’ll want the available 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine with 357 horsepower. With this kind of power, you can tow up to 7,200 pounds of trailer weight when properly equipped.

Dimensions

The interior and exterior dimensions are different between the 2022 Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee, making each one better suited for different things. For instance, the Cherokee has a shorter overall length and wheelbase, making maneuvering through tight city streets easier.

On the other hand, the extra length of the Grand Cherokee means it has more interior cargo space. It has a maximum cargo volume of 70.8 cubic feet compared to the 54.7 cubic feet of cargo volume in the Cherokee.

When it comes to passenger space, both SUVs comfortably seat up to five people. However, the Cherokee has slightly more legroom, while the Grand Cherokee has a bit more hip room. That means the answer to which vehicle is more comfortable depends on which dimensions you find more important.

As far as interior conveniences go, both vehicles offer available features such as a CommandView® Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, premium audio systems, and more.

Safety Features

Safety is a top priority whether you’re on the highway or in the middle of the woods. Therefore, both the Jeep Cherokee and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are equipped with an array of safety features to form a comprehensive safety net for you and your loved ones.

Both models offer the following features:

• Electronic Stability Control
• Hill Start Assist
• ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera

You’ll also get several standard active safety features on both the Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee, including Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection. This system keeps an eye on your blind spots when you go to change lanes or pull out of parking spots and driveways.

Another standard system in the Cherokee is LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning. With it, your vehicle will monitor the lines that mark your lane, warning you if you begin to drift out of them to ensure you always stay safely within your own lane.