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Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Chevrolet Traverse

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Chevrolet Traverse are both three-row midsize SUVs with different strengths. The short answer: the Grand Cherokee L adds real 4×4 capability and more towing, while the Traverse adds an eighth seat, a big interior, and a strong standard turbo engine. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Chevrolet Traverse: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee L Chevrolet Traverse
Starting MSRP About $41,990 About $40,000
Seating Up to 7 Up to 8
Base engine 3.6L V6 (293 hp) 2.5L turbo (328 hp)
Bigger engine 2.0L turbo (324 hp) (turbo only)
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Off-road Available Quadra-Trac 4×4 Z71 (light off-road)

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee L Chevrolet Traverse
Starting MSRP About $41,990 About $40,000
Seating Up to 7 Up to 8
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Base horsepower 293 (V6) 328 (turbo)

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Capability and towing

The Grand Cherokee L offers real 4×4 hardware with available Quadra-Trac systems and tows up to 6,200 pounds. The Traverse offers a light-duty Z71 trim and tows up to 5,000 pounds, so the Grand Cherokee L leads on capability and towing.

Space and seating

The Traverse is one of the roomier three-row SUVs and seats up to eight. The Grand Cherokee L seats up to seven and leans more toward capability and a premium feel.

Engines

The Traverse uses a strong 328-horsepower turbo four as standard. The Grand Cherokee L offers a 293-horsepower V6 and a new 324-horsepower turbo four for 2026.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Traverse for an eighth seat, a big interior, and a strong standard turbo. Choose the Grand Cherokee L for real 4×4 capability and more towing. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Grand Cherokee L can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Chevrolet Traverse FAQ

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee L better than the Chevrolet Traverse?
It depends. The Grand Cherokee L adds real 4×4 capability and more towing. The Traverse adds an eighth seat, a big interior, and a strong standard turbo engine.
Which seats more?
The Traverse, at up to eight versus up to seven for the Grand Cherokee L.
Which tows more?
The Grand Cherokee L, at up to 6,200 pounds versus up to 5,000 for the Traverse.
Which has more power?
The Traverse’s standard 2.5-liter turbo makes 328 horsepower; the Grand Cherokee L’s available turbo makes 324 and its V6 makes 293.
Which is more capable off-road?
The Grand Cherokee L, with real 4×4 hardware. The Traverse Z71 is a lighter-duty off-road trim.
Which should I buy?
For space and seating, the Traverse. For capability and towing, the Grand Cherokee L. We can arrange a Grand Cherokee L test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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