Ford Explorer vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Overview
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Active 100A | Laredo |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,465 (best) | $39,520 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $18,962 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $43,550 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $46,105 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 17 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.9 gal | 23 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 293 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | 257 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.3 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 85.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,300 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 4,238 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in (best) | 117 in |
| Length | 198.8 in (best) | 194 in |
| Width | 78.9 in (best) | 78 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford ExplorerActive 100A | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Explorer | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Active 100A $38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Laredo $39,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Active 100A $40,465 MSRP | Laredo $41,520 MSRP |
| 3 | Active 200A $40,400 MSRP | Laredo Altitude $39,520 MSRP |
| 4 | Active 200A $42,400 MSRP | Laredo Altitude $41,520 MSRP |
| 5 | ST-Line $44,200 MSRP | Laredo X $39,520 MSRP |
| 6 | ST-Line $46,200 MSRP | Laredo X $41,520 MSRP |
| 7 | Tremor $49,200 MSRP | Limited $44,960 MSRP |
| 8 | Tremor $56,460 MSRP | Limited $46,960 MSRP |
| 9 | Platinum $50,660 MSRP | Limited Reserve $46,960 MSRP |
| 10 | Platinum $52,660 MSRP | Summit 4x4 $60,900 MSRP |
| 11 | ST $53,660 MSRP | — |
| 12 | ST $55,660 MSRP | — |
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