2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs 2021 Ford Explorer Erie PA
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Ford Explorer
When you buy a new SUV, you have to ask yourself a lot of questions. Does the vehicle come with all the features I want? Is this vehicle large enough for my family? Well, two SUVs are sure to answer all of your questions. The Grand Cherokee L and the Ford Explorer are both perfect for families and come with powerful engine options and tons of advanced tech that make them two of the most well-rounded vehicles on the market. While we think that you can go wrong with either the Grand Cherokee L or the Ford Explorer, one has a distinct advantage over the other. To find out which one comes out on top, continue reading down below!
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Power & Handling
There are two impressive engines available for the Grand Cherokee L, and both of them come with the kind of power you would expect for a Jeep vehicle. Standard is a 3.6-liter V6 with an impressive 290 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque that pairs with a smooth eight-speed automatic transmission. Towing is great with the V6 as it allows the Grand Cherokee L to haul up to 6,200 pounds. If you want even more power, the Grand Cherokee L also has the option of a 5.7-liter V8 that kicks out 357 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. Towing for the V8 is even better as you can haul up to 7,200 pounds which is tops in the class. This engine also pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel-drive is available with both engines.
2021 Ford Explorer Power & Handling
Like the Grand Cherokee L, the Ford Explorer also comes with two engine options that provide you with a good amount of power. Standard on most trims is a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 303 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Optional is a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 that increases both horsepower and torque. Both engines come with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive, though you have the option for all-wheel-drive if a little more traction is needed. There is some good power here, but the Grand Cherokee L is a touch better.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Features & Design
Premium doesn’t even begin to describe what kind of SUV the Grand Cherokee L is! Available is a 10.1-inch touchscreen that will align across the instrument panel nicely and comes with a frameless gauge cluster and touchscreen radio. On the inside, the Grand Cherokee L comes with some amazing features and materials such as mood-setting LED lighting, driver and front passenger seat massage, personalized climate zones, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. As for safety, the Grand Cherokee L is one of the safest vehicles on the road as it has many standard safety features and some advanced ones. Standard safety features include Forward Collision, Active Lane Management, Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross Path, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go. As for the advanced safety features, the Grand Cherokee L has an L2 driver-assist system with hands-on automated driving, along with a 360-degree surround view and night vision.
2021 Ford Explorer Features & Design
On the Ford Explorer, you get some interesting features throughout its lineup. On the base trim, you will see features such as a power liftgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Following this is the XLT trim, which adds more impressive features such as roof rails, keyless ignition/entry, heated front seats, and second-row USB ports. The Explorer has the Limited trim for a more luxurious feel, which brings in interior ambient lighting, leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel, a wireless charging pad, and a 12-speaker audio system to the mix. If you want more performance-enhanced features, you will have to look towards the higher trim. Available are paddle shifters, sport front seats, an automated parking system, adaptive headlights, a digital gauge cluster display, and a Class 3 Trailer Tow package.
Conclusion:
While there is a lot to like about these SUVs, we are confident that the Grand Cherokee L is the better vehicle. The Grand Cherokee L comes with more powerful engine options, and there are more advanced features on the Grand Cherokee L than the Explorer. Are you looking to take a test drive of one of the most comprehensive SUVs ever created? Head down to Humes Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram and schedule a test drive with our wonderful sales team. If you find a trim you like, be sure to visit our finance department, where our team will work with you towards a deal that will suit your budget. Even if you can’t make it down to the dealership right now, be sure to check out our complete Grand Cherokee L inventory here on our website.