2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2025 Dodge Durango Comparison

Consumers may enjoy more choices in the midsize SUV segment than any other vehicle grouping. While it’s always good to have options, looking around at what’s available makes one realize there’s a lot of copycatting.

The Jeep Cherokee and Dodge Durango offer consumers options at both ends of the styling spectrum. The Grand Cherokee favors the more contemporary, simple look featured by many midsize SUVs today. On the other hand, the Durango boasts all of the exterior styling cues of a muscle car, ensuring it stands out from the crowd.

If you want to know what’s available at each end of the segment, let’s examine these two SUVs.

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a mix of off-road capability and everyday functionality that others in the segment can’t match. That’s why it’s probably one of America’s favorite midsize SUVs.

Powered by a 293-horsepower V6 engine matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the Grand Cherokee allows the driver to feel the road and characteristics of the ute. The suspension is a bit stiffer, and the steering is a bit heavier than others in its class.

The interior of the Grand Cherokee offers plenty of space with high-quality materials. It comes in four trim levels: Laredo, Limited, Overland, and Summit. The final two are basically luxury-level packages. Additionally, the cargo area behind the second row is bigger than most. The Jeep Grand Cherokee ensures passengers enjoy their trip. Pricing begins at $38,290, including destination fees.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Highlights

Unmatched off-road capability: The Laredo and Limited trims are available with the Quadra-Tac I AWD system, and the top two trims come standard with the Quadra-Trac II system with a 2-speed transfer case. Quadra-Trac II gives this Jeep better off-road chops than the average midsize SUV without compromising on-road comfort.

Active Driving Assist: Optional on the Overland trim and standard on the Summit model, Active Driving Assist makes highway driving nearly effortless by helping keep you centered in your lane at a safe distance from the car in front of you.

Great sound: Upgrade to the optional Alpine 9-speaker system in Limited — it’s standard in Overland — for a great experience. However, the 19-speaker McIntosh system available in the Overland and Summit models is one of the best sound systems we’ve ever tested, beating some luxury vehicles.

Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Grand Cherokee models near you.

2025 Dodge Durango

The Dodge Durango might best be thought of as the anti-SUV. There are some pretty vanilla-looking midsize SUVs on the road, but the Durango looks like a muscle car melded into an SUV. Not only does it look the part, it backs it up.

As more midsize models downsize their powertrains to 4-cylinders, the Durango proudly retains its 293-hp V6 engine matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or AWD. The range of V8 engines available in various Durango trim levels puts out anywhere from 360 to 710 hp.

The interior of the Durango provides ample room for passengers in the first and second rows. The third row may be tight for adults, but it can do it. The current cabin can be dressed with Nappa leather and an improved audio system. Pricing begins at $43,590, including destination fee.

Dodge Durango Highlights

Uconnect: The Uconnect infotainment system is feature-rich and user-friendly. It features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Owners can upgrade it with navigation, Amazon Alexa, wireless smartphone connectivity, and multiple options for premium audio systems.

Last Call: Durango gets two new Last Call editions for 2025, including the R/T 20th Anniversary edition and the SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet. Each enjoys specialized graphics, wheels, and paint. For the SRT model, the SRT Performance Package is included.

Beefy engines: While many midsize SUVs are shifting down to hopped-up 4-cylinder engines, the Durango’s smallest powerplant is a 293-hp V6. After that, it’s a series of ever-more-powerful V8s. The 3-row version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee has an available V8, but it can’t match the power of the SRT variants of the Durango.

Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Durango models for sale near you.

Similarities

The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango sport appealing exterior styling and spacious interiors, giving owners a great SUV to meet daily demands.

Conclusion

What do you want: to go off-road or drive fast? Yeah, the Dodge Durango offers all-wheel drive, but that makes it better on a track. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is far and away the more capable off-roader, providing a spectacular ride and great looks. However, if you want to tow something heavy or go really fast, the Durango is the choice. Pick the right tool for the job.

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles and New 2025 Dodge Durango vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.

	2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee	2025 Dodge Durango
Popular Powertrains
Engine	3.6-liter 6-cylinder	3.6-liter 6-cylinder
Horsepower	293 hp @ 6,400 rpm	293 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission	8-speed automatic/RWD	8-speed automatic/RWD
Fuel Economy	19 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg	19 city/26 highway/21 combined mpg
Also Available	4WD	5.7-liter Hemi V8, 6.4-liter V8, 6.2-liter Hemi Hellcat V8/AWD
Specs
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles	3 years/36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty	5 years/60,000 miles	5 years/60,000 miles
NHTSA Overall Safety	5 stars	4 stars
Max Seating Capacity	5/7	7
Wheelbase	116.7 inches	119.8 inches
Overall Length	193.5 inches	200.8 inches
Width	77.5 inches	75.8 inches
Height	70.8 inches	72.1 inches
Turning Diameter	38.0 feet	41.0 feet
Headroom, 1st Row	39.9 inches	39.9 inches
Headroom, 2nd Row	39.4 inches	39.8 inches
Headroom, 3rd Row	N/A	37.8 inches
Legroom, 1st Row	41.3 inches	40.3 inches
Legroom, 2nd Row	38.2 inches	38.6 inches
Legroom, 3rd Row	N/A	33.5 inches
Shoulder Room, 1st Row	59.2 inches	58.5 inches
Shoulder Room, 2nd Row	58.0 inches	57.7 inches
Shoulder Room, 3rd Row	N/A	50.4 inches
Cargo Volume	37.7 cubic feet	43.3 cubic feet