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Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Kia Telluride

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Kia Telluride are two well-regarded three-row SUVs. The short answer: the Grand Cherokee L adds real 4×4 capability and more towing, while the Telluride adds an eighth seat and strong value with a long warranty. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Kia Telluride: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee L Kia Telluride
Starting MSRP About $41,990 About $37,500
Seating Up to 7 Up to 8
Base engine 3.6L V6 (293 hp) 3.8L V6 (291 hp)
Bigger engine 2.0L turbo (324 hp) (V6 only)
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,500 lbs
Off-road Available Quadra-Trac 4×4 X-Pro (light off-road)

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee L Kia Telluride
Starting MSRP About $41,990 About $37,500
Seating Up to 7 Up to 8
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,500 lbs
Powertrain warranty 5 yr / 60k 10 yr / 100k

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 Telluride offers a light-duty X-Pro trim and tows up to 5,500 pounds, so the Grand Cherokee L leads on capability and towing.

Value and warranty

The Telluride starts lower, around $37,500, seats up to eight, and comes with Kia’s 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Grand Cherokee L counters with Jeep capability and a new turbo option.

Engines

The two V6 engines are close, 293 horsepower for the Grand Cherokee L and 291 for the Telluride. The Grand Cherokee L adds a new 324-horsepower turbo four for 2026.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Telluride for value, an eighth seat, and a long warranty. 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 Kia Telluride FAQ

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee L better than the Kia Telluride?
It depends. The Grand Cherokee L adds real 4×4 capability, more towing, and a new turbo option. The Telluride adds an eighth seat, a lower price, and a longer warranty.
Is the Grand Cherokee L cheaper than the Telluride?
No. The Telluride starts lower, around $37,500 versus about $41,990 for the Grand Cherokee L.
Which tows more?
The Grand Cherokee L, at up to 6,200 pounds versus up to 5,500 for the Telluride.
Which has the better warranty?
The Telluride. Kia’s 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty is longer than Jeep’s 5-year, 60,000-mile coverage.
Which is more capable off-road?
The Grand Cherokee L, with real 4×4 hardware. The Telluride X-Pro is a lighter-duty off-road trim.
Which should I buy?
For value and warranty, the Telluride. 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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