2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $39,755 to $59,200
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee

MSRP*: $38,035 to $62,560
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 70.8 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 293 hp
Towing Capacity 5,300 - 5,600 lbs 6,200 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 193.5 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in
Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Explorer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Dimensions
The Ford Explorer is a little wider than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Explorer, which is slightly longer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Performance
With the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Ford Explorer. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Explorer and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.