Grand Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee L

Grand Cherokee vs. Grand Cherokee L

Big things are happening over at Jeep, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee gains a third row of seats for the first time in history. In addition, the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the first ever seven-passenger Jeep. To explain the differences between the classic two-row Grand Cherokee and the new elongated Grand Cherokee L, we've compared the two SUVs to help you decide which one to park in your driveway.

Exterior Dimensions

By all accounts, these two Jeeps offer the same great features. However, their exterior dimensions are different. The width of the Grand Cherokee is 193.5 inches, and the Grand Cherokee L is 204.9-inches. However, their overall lengths are surprisingly similar, with the L only 0.9 inches longer than the traditional Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee L is also one inch higher than the Grand Cherokee. The most significant difference in the exterior dimensions is in the wheelbase, the Grand Cherokee L is 121.7-inches, and the Grand Cherokee is 116.7-inches.

Grand Cherokee

  • Width 77.5- inches
  • Lengths 193.5-inches
  • Wheelbase 116.7-inches

Grand Cherokee L

  • Width 77.9-inches
  • Lengths 204.9-inches
  • Wheelbase 121.7-inches
Exterior Dimensions

Seating Configuration

Right off the bat, the Grand Cherokee L can seat up to seven people, while the Grand Cherokee maxes out at five. It's not like people in the third row are being squeezed into the seats, either. Jeep's designers have found a way to make the third row spacious enough for adults. For the midsize class, the Grand Cherokee L has one of the roomier third rows of seats that can accommodate adults.

Grand Cherokee

  • Seats Five
  • Two Rows of Seating
  • Curb Weight 4,238 lbs.

Grand Cherokee L

  • Seats Seven
  • Three Rows of Seating
  • Curb Weight 4,524 lbs.
Seating Configuration

Cargo Space

Thanks to the Grand Cherokee L's larger body, it offers more cargo space than the two-row Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee offers up to 70.8 cubic feet of total cargo space, while the Grand Cherokee L can hold up to 84.6 cubic feet of total cargo. With a standard third row of seats and a larger cargo area.

Grand Cherokee

  • Cargo Behind Third Row N/A
  • 70.8 cubic feet of total cargo space
  • Cargo Space Behind Second Row 37.7 cubic feet

Grand Cherokee L

  • Cargo Behind Third Row 17.2 cubic feet
  • Cargo Space Behind Second Row 46.9
  • 84.6 cubic feet of Total cargo space
Cargo Space

Technologies of Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L

No matter which Grand Cherokee you choose, you will have a technologically advanced SUV. Offering the most exciting and latest technology, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L will surprise you with innovation at every turn. Check out the awe-inspiring features that make every adventure better. For the first time in a Grand Cherokee, front seat passengers can enjoy a screen devoted to them. The new Passenger Screen makes it easy for passengers to navigate the journey and send directions to the driver's display. With the most available speakers in its class, adventure has never sounded better. The renowned luxury home audio company McIntosh created the state-of-the-art sound system. A 17-channel amplifier delivers up to 950 Watts of sound through 19 custom-designed speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer. In addition, both SUVs offer the Uconnect 5 with a 10.1-inch touchscreen that gives you complete personalization with up to five user profiles, a customizable home screen, and simultaneous dual-phone connectivity for your passengers.
  • Wireless Charging Pad
  • 10-Inch Full-Color Head-Up Display
  • 10.25-Inch Driver Information Digital Cluster
Technologies of Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L

Jeep Grand Cherokee L for Sale Near Me

Now that we determined that the only difference between the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L is the size and number of passengers, choosing between the two models boils down to how many seats you need. The Grand Cherokee L is the model to get if you have a family and need seven seats. Dick Scott Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is Plymouth is your Go-To dealer for Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L. We're Plymouth's number one destination for the most preferred incentives to buy or lease your next SUV. We're sure our team can get you moving with the ideal model for your budget and needs in no time.


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