2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Ford Explorer

Anyone who is searching for an SUV that can do it all knows that there are a lot of options on the market today that make the final decision difficult. To help you to the best of our abilities, we want to focus on two of the top competitors in this segment. We’re talking about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, along with the 2021 Ford Explorer. The Grand Cherokee L starts things off strong with three rows of seating, a V6 or V8 engine, a super luxurious interior, and an excellent suite of safety features. The Explorer tries hard to keep up with a few additional features throughout the trim lineup, a new Platinum option, a few changes to the paint choices, and a power-adjustable front passenger seat. Keep reading to see which of these SUVs we recommend the most.

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2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Power & Handling

The first aspect of the Grand Cherokee L that we are discussing today is what you’ll be able to find underneath the hood. There are two powertrains available here, and both are offered with four-wheel drive. You’ll even get an eight-speed automatic transmission. The base engine is a 3.6-liter V6, which can produce 290 horsepower and 257 pound-feet of torque. The second offered engine is a 5.7-liter V8, which can output as much as 390 pound-feet of torque and 357 horsepower. No matter what you’re searching for, the Grand Cherokee L is sure to have everything you could possibly need.

2021 Ford Explorer Power & Handling

We’re now looking at what the Explorer brings to the table. There are a few engine options offered here. The base engine is a turbocharged 2.3-liter inline-4, outputting 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The last engine you can get comes in two configurations, and is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive available. There is no four-wheel drive here, meaning the Explorer should be kept on pavement.

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Features & Design

We also want to make sure that you understand all of the different features that you can find with the 2021 Grand Cherokee L. This is a vehicle that really does give you the technology and comfort you need. Standard features include a digital gauge cluster, roof rack, LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, adaptive cruise control, and a Uconnect 5 infotainment system. Optional features include premium LED headlights, an Alpine audio system, a gloss-black roof, a 19-speaker McIntosh audio system, a 360-degree surround-view camera, and adaptive cruise control.

2021 Ford Explorer Features & Design

The last thing we’re checking out with the Explorer is the kind of features that you will be able to find throughout. Some of the standard features include a powered tailgate, 10 cup holders, an 8-inch touchscreen, a six-speaker sound system, cloth upholstery, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. Optional features include rain-sensing wipers, a self-dimming rearview mirror, a rear-seat entertainment system, and leather seating.

Conclusion:

We hope you can now understand why we believe that the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the perfect SUV for all of your needs. Whether you want on-the-road excellence, or off-roading fun, this is a three-row SUV that can truly do it all. Stop by our dealership today for the latest information and our great inventory of models!

Plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any electronic filing charge and any emission testing charge. Prices include $85 dealer doc fee. Does not include optional accessories of $1,795 Mopar EVTS Electronic Vehicle Tracking System, $599 Forever Start Lifetime Battery, and $499 Clear Shield.

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