2019 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Are you in search of an SUV that’s spacious enough for families yet can hit the trails with the best of them? You may be considering a 2019 Jeep Cherokee SUV or a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV. Either way, you can’t lose; both models have reasonable price-tags, powerful performance features, and cabins full of luxuries. So, what’s the difference between the Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee? Read on to compare and decide which is right for your Pekin adventures. 

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Prices & Trim Levels 

Which new Jeep SUV rests comfortably within your price range? Find out below: 

• 2019 Jeep Cherokee: The new Jeep Cherokee has a starting MSRP of $25,740* and is offered in nine well-equipped trim levels. These trims include Latitude, Latitude Plus, Altitude, Upland, Trailhawk®, Limited, High Altitude, Overland, and Trailhawk® Elite (4WD only). 
• 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee: The new Jeep Grand Cherokee has a starting MSRP of $32,195* and is offered in these configurations: Laredo, Laredo E, Upland, Altitude, Limited, Limited X, Trailhawk®, Overland, High Altitude, Summit, SRT®, and Trackhawk®.

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Interior Dimensions & Features 

Whether you choose the Cherokee or Grand Cherokee, your family will enjoy plenty of comforts and technologies to make every journey around Washington exciting. The Cherokee and Grand Cherokee come standard with: 

• Uconnect® 4 infotainment interface
• 7-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay™
• Android Auto®
• 6-speaker sound system

Of course, the major difference between these two SUVs is the Grand Cherokee is larger than the Cherokee. Inside either model, you’ll find seating for five people, but the Grand Cherokee provides more cargo room. The difference isn’t drastic, but it’s something to consider if ample cargo room is a must for you. With the rear seats folded, the Cherokee offers 54.9 cubic feet of cargo space and the Grand Cherokee offers 68.3 cubic feet. 

Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee: Engines & Towing 

Between the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee, you have a total of eight engine options to consider. Discover which is right for you: 

• 2019 Jeep Cherokee:At the base level, the Jeep Cherokee is powered by a 180-hp 2.4L I4 engine. Two other engines are available depending on the trim you choose: a 270 hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine and a 271-hp 3.2L V6. Properly equipped, the Jeep Cherokee towing capacity is 4,500 lbs. 
• 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Properly equipped, Grand Cherokee towing capacity is 7,200 pounds. It gets a standard 295-hp 3.6L V6 engine, but offers three more incredibly powerful engines: 
• 360-hp 5.7L V8
• 475-hp 6.4L V8
• 707-hp 6.2L Supercharged V8

Compare the Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee in Morton! 

Now that you’ve had the opportunity to compare the Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee, which Jeep SUV will you choose? The team at Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT Morton is happy to introduce you to both lineups, give you a tour of their interiors, and set up some test drives, so you can feel confident you’re making the right decision. Contact us to learn more about Jeep SUVs or visit us today near East Peoria.