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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Pilot

The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Honda Pilot are cross-shopped by midsize-SUV families. The short answer: the Pilot is a roomy three-row SUV with a strong reputation for practicality, while the Grand Cherokee leads on towing and off-road capability. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Pilot: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee Honda Pilot
Starting MSRP About $40,410 About $40,200
Seating 5 (7 in the L) Up to 8
Base engine 3.6L V6 (293 hp) 3.5L V6 (285 hp)
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Off-road Available Quadra-Drive II 4×4 Available TrailSport
Drivetrain RWD, available 4×4 FWD, available AWD

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee Honda Pilot
Starting MSRP About $40,410 About $40,200
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Standard rows Two (5 seats) Three (up to 8)
Off-road hardware Available Quadra-Drive II 4×4 Available TrailSport

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.

Seating and space

The Pilot is a three-row SUV seating up to eight, a practical family hauler. The standard Grand Cherokee seats five; the Grand Cherokee L adds a third row for up to seven.

Towing and capability

The Grand Cherokee tows up to 6,200 pounds and, with its available Quadra-Drive II 4×4, is genuinely trail-capable. The Pilot tows up to 5,000 pounds and offers a rugged TrailSport trim for light duty.

Price and value

These two start within a couple hundred dollars of each other, around $40,000. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Grand Cherokee can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Pilot for a standard third row and roomy family practicality. Choose the Grand Cherokee for more towing and real off-road capability. Drive both at ALM CDJR Perry.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Pilot FAQ

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee better than the Honda Pilot?
It depends. The Grand Cherokee tows more and is more capable off-road, while the Pilot offers a standard third row and roomy eight-passenger practicality.
Which has a third row?
The Pilot has a standard third row seating up to eight. The standard Grand Cherokee seats five; the Grand Cherokee L adds a third row for up to seven.
Which tows more, the Grand Cherokee or the Pilot?
The Grand Cherokee, at up to 6,200 pounds versus up to 5,000 pounds for the Pilot.
Is the Grand Cherokee more capable off-road than the Pilot?
Yes. The Grand Cherokee’s available Quadra-Drive II 4×4 handles the trail, while the Pilot TrailSport adds lighter off-road capability and rugged styling.
Are the Grand Cherokee and Pilot similarly priced?
Yes, both start around $40,000, so the decision usually comes down to towing, off-road needs, and whether you need a third row.
Which should I buy?
For third-row family space, the Pilot. For towing and off-road capability, the Grand Cherokee. We can arrange test drives of both.
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