2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 19 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 70.8 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.5 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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
The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
The Jeep Grand Cherokee requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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). The Jeep Grand Cherokee is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Grand Cherokee takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

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

Performance
With the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Grand Cherokee doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.