2019 Jeep Cherokee vs 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Cargo Space

While both of these SUVs come with seating for up to five passengers, they are built to accommodate different cargo needs.

• Jeep Cherokee – The Jeep Cherokee gets 24.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, as well as a max cargo volume of 54.9 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down.
• Jeep Grand Cherokee – The Grand Cherokee’s dedicated cargo area in back measures 36.3 cubic feet, while max cargo volume comes in at 68.3 cubic feet.

Performance Specs & Fuel Economy

There are notable differences between the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee when it comes to engine performance, drivetrain performance, and fuel economy.

2019 Jeep Cherokee:

• Engine Options:
  • 2.4L Tigershark® Multiair® 2 4-cylinder (180 hp, 170 lb-ft of torque)
  • 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder (270 hp, 295 lb-ft of torque)

• Towing Capacity: 4,500 lbs.

• Fuel Economy: 31 mpg highway, 23 mpg city

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee:

• Engine Options:
  • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 (295 hp, 260 lb-ft of torque)
  • Supercharged 6.2L V8 (707 hp, 645 lb-ft of torque)

• Towing Capacity: 7,200 lbs

• Fuel Economy: 26 mpg highway, 19 mpg city

Price

While both of these SUVs bring a lot to the table, the Cherokee may prove a better choice for drivers on a budget.

• Jeep Cherokee – MSRP from $24,545
• Jeep Grand Cherokee – MSRP from $31,695