2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Ford Explorer

With SUVs being the most popular vehicles on the market, it stands to reason that there are going to be quite a few options to choose from. Seeing as how our customers only deserve the best, we have taken two outstanding SUVs in the Grand Cherokee L and the Ford Explorer and compared their engine options and features so that you have a better idea of which one our experts think you should drive home. While we think that both of these SUVs would make a tremendous addition to your driveway, there is one that has a distinct advantage over the other. Continue reading down below for our comparison.

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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Power & Handling

There are two impressive engines available for the 2022 Grand Cherokee L, and they both come with an exceptional amount of power. The standard engine is a 3.6-liter V6 which pumps out an excellent 290 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque. On the Overland and the Summit trims, you get a more powerful 5.7-liter V8 that delivers an exceptional 357 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. Both of these engines pair with a smooth-sailing eight-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel-drive is an available option on all trims outside of the Summit Reserve, where it comes standard. There is nowhere that the Grand Cherokee L can't go and nothing it can't do!

2022 Ford Explorer Power & Handling

The Ford Explorer tries to counter what the Grand Cherokee L offers with a couple of engine options in its own right. Most trims of the Explorer come standard with a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine which pairs with a ten-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel-drive comes standard, but you do have the option of all-wheel-drive if you need a little more traction. Higher trims, starting with the ST, have a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 that gets you higher horsepower and torque. While we love both of these engines a lot, we think that the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is more capable!

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Features & Design

On top of all the power the Grand Cherokee L possesses, you also get a ton of advanced features no matter what trim level you go with. The base trim is the Laredo, well-equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights/taillights, 10.25-inch digital driver information display, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, cloth upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 3-zone automatic climate control. You also get quite a bit of tech, such as an infotainment system with s an 8.4-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, Amazon Alexa compatibility, and satellite radio. Higher trims add more performance and luxury features such as20-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, remote start, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, automatic high beams, LED fog lights, leather seating surfaces, memory settings for the front seats, heated second-row seats, and an adaptive suspension. All versions of the Grand Cherokee L come with a wireless phone charger.

2022 Ford Explorer Features & Design

With the Ford Explorer, you get some exciting features, and it does its best to compete with what the Grand Cherokee L offers. On the base trim, you get items such as 18-inch alloy wheels, LED exterior lighting, powered tailgate, keyless entry/ignition, tri-zone automatic climate control, and cloth upholstery. The infotainment system isn't as prominent as the Explorer as the Grand Cherokee L as it's an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android smartphone integration, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Higher trims have more luxury and performance items, including simulated leather upholstery, heated steering wheel, LED fog lights, remote start, entry keypad,self-dimming rearview mirror, and rain-sensing wipers. Wireless charging is also available but only at higher trim levels.

Conclusion:

While the Ford Explorer puts up a good fight, it can't compete with what the Grand Cherokee L offers in terms of power, tech, and luxury. We highly recommend taking a test drive of the Grand Cherokee L by heading down to Star Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Big Spring and speaking with our knowledgable and friendly sales team members! One of our team members can even accompany you on the test drive to get the full feel of all the features. If you enjoy driving the Grand Cherokee L, then be sure to check out our finance department, where we will work with you towards a deal that will fit within your budget. Even if you can't make it to the dealership right now, you can still check out our entire Grand Cherokee L inventory here on our website.

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