2024 Dodge Durango vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review

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2024 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $41,670 to $95,995
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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee L

MSRP*: $40,035 to $64,560
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MPG - City 12 - 19 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 85.1 ft3 84.6 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 293 - 710 hp 293 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,700 lbs 6,200 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 - 201.0 in 204.9 in
Exterior Width 75.8 - 76.4 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.9 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Dodge Durango than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Dodge Durango, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Dodge Durango requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 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 Dodge Durango is somewhat more expensive than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Durango 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. The Dodge Durango is slightly shorter than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Dodge Durango 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
If you've got something you need to pull, the Dodge Durango will do just as well as the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, since they have about the same towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

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

Utility
The Dodge Durango 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. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Dodge Durango as you will in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.