2024 BMW X3 vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review

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2024 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $46,900 to $61,900
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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee L

MSRP*: $40,035 to $64,560
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 62.7 ft3 84.6 ft3
Engine
  • 248-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 382-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 357-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 382 hp 293 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 6,200 lbs
Exterior Length 185.9 in 204.9 in
Exterior Width 74.4 - 74.7 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.9 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L than in the BMW X3, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X3 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Convenience
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L requires fewer stops at the gas station than the BMW X3, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much slimmer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW X3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Handling
The BMW X3 has a larger turning radius than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X3 has a little less horsepower than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW X3 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The BMW X3 has less seating than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, making the Jeep Grand Cherokee L the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.