2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2024 Jeep Wrangler Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee

MSRP*: $38,035 to $62,560
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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MPG - City 19 MPG 13 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 16 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 70.8 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.5 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Wrangler than in the Jeep Grand Cherokee, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Jeep Wrangler will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Wrangler.

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Jeep Wrangler.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Grand Cherokee is much wider than the Jeep Wrangler, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is slightly longer than the Jeep Wrangler.

Handling
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a smaller turning radius than the Jeep Wrangler, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is clearly the choice over the Jeep Wrangler for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Jeep Wrangler.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Jeep Wrangler. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Jeep Grand Cherokee as you will in the Jeep Wrangler.