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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Telluride

The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Kia Telluride are popular midsize-SUV picks with different strengths. The short answer: the Telluride is a three-row family SUV with a long warranty, while the Grand Cherokee leads on towing and off-road capability. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Telluride: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee Kia Telluride
Starting MSRP About $40,410 About $39,190
Seating 5 (7 in the L) Up to 8
Base engine 3.6L V6 (293 hp) 2.5L turbo I4
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Off-road Available Quadra-Drive II 4×4 Available X-Pro
Powertrain warranty 5 yr / 60,000 mi 10 yr / 100,000 mi

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Grand Cherokee Kia Telluride
Starting MSRP About $40,410 About $39,190
Max towing Up to 6,200 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Powertrain warranty 5 yr / 60,000 mi 10 yr / 100,000 mi
Standard rows Two (5 seats) Three (up to 8)

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 warranty

The Telluride is a three-row SUV seating up to eight and is backed by Kia’s 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The standard Grand Cherokee seats five (the Grand Cherokee L adds a third row) and carries a 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Towing and capability

The Grand Cherokee tows up to 6,200 pounds and, with its available Quadra-Drive II 4×4, is built for the trail. The Telluride tows up to 5,000 pounds and offers the rugged-look X-Pro for light-duty capability.

Price and value

The Telluride starts a bit lower at about $39,190 and adds the longer warranty, while the Grand Cherokee adds towing and off-road capability. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Grand Cherokee can include ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Telluride for three rows and a long warranty. Choose the Grand Cherokee for towing and off-road capability. Drive both at ALM CDJR Perry.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Telluride FAQ

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee better than the Kia Telluride?
It depends. The Grand Cherokee tows more and is more capable off-road, while the Telluride offers a standard third row, up to eight seats, and a longer 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Which has the better warranty?
The Telluride, with Kia’s 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty versus the Grand Cherokee’s 5-year / 60,000-mile coverage.
Which has a third row?
The Telluride seats up to eight in three rows. The standard Grand Cherokee seats five; the Grand Cherokee L adds a third row for up to seven.
Which tows more?
The Grand Cherokee, at up to 6,200 pounds versus up to 5,000 pounds for the Telluride.
Is the Telluride cheaper than the Grand Cherokee?
Slightly, about $39,190 versus $40,410 to start, and it adds the longer warranty. Trim and options change the final price.
Which should I buy?
For three rows and warranty, the Telluride. For towing and off-road capability, the Grand Cherokee. We can arrange a test drive of the Grand Cherokee at ALM CDJR Perry.
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