2019 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Powerful and off-road ready, the 2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee provide an exciting ride for SUV enthusiasts. So, which Jeep is ready to take you from your Normal commute to your Decatur adventures? Discover the differences in differences in power, interior space, and price in our side-by-side comparison of new Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee below!

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Trims & Price

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee starts at $24,195 and is available in seven trims: Latitude, Latitude Plus, Altitude, Limited, Trailhawk®, Trailhawk® Elite (4WD only), and Overland.The 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee begins at $31,695 MSRP and is available in the following 12 configurations: Laredo, Laredo E, Upland, Altitude, Limited, Limited X, Trailhawk®, Overland, High Altitude, Summit, SRT®, and Trailhawk®.

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Interior Space & Features

Climb inside the cabin and you will see the Jeep Cherokee interior and Jeep Grand Cherokee interior provide some overlapping features. For both SUVs, standard features include:

• Uconnect with a 7-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• 6-speaker sound system
• 60/40-split-folding rear seat

As you probably expected, the larger Grand Cherokee is more spacious. Behind its first row, the Jeep Cherokee offers 54.9 cubic feet of cargo room, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers 68.3 cubic feet.

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Performance & Towing

• Jeep Cherokee: The latest model of the Jeep Cherokee introduces a brand-new optional 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine, rated at 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. Other engine options include a standard 180-hp 2.4L 4-cylinder and a 271-hp 3.2L V6. All engines are paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Towing ranges from 3,500 to 7,200 pounds.
• Jeep Grand Cherokee: The Jeep Grand Cherokee is powered by a base 295-hp 3.6L V6 engine. Optional engines include a 240-hp 3.0L turbo-diesel V6, a 360-hp 5.7L V8, a 475-hp 6.4L V8, and a 707-hp 6.2L V8. An 8-speed automatic is standard. The Grand Cherokee tows about as much as the Cherokee.

Drivers will find that front-wheel is the standard drivetrain for both the new Grand Cherokee and Cherokee. For added capability on and off the roads, you can switch to a four-wheel drive system, such as Jeep Active Drive I.

Experience the Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee in Bloomington!

Whichever Jeep model you have decided on, you can count on the offers and incentives at Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Bloomington to get a great deal. Ready to test drive the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee in person? Contact our Bloomington dealership today! Want to find out what’s next for Jeep and learn more about the Grand Cherokee interior features or learn more about car body types to find what style suits you best? Check out this brand’s highlights from the 2019 Chicago Auto Show.