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Are You Thinking About A Ford Explorer? The Ford Explorer is a well-known full-size truck with a great reputation. It comes with many great features. But before you settle on the Explorer, consider the Jeep Grand Cherokee L and all it has to offer. 

Jeep Grand Cherokee L versus Ford Explorer Full Size SUV Comparisons

Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Ford Explorer

  • Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a maximum towing power of 7,200 lbs, making it able to tow more than the Ford Explorer rated at 5,600 lbs.
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a larger fuel tank than the Explorer which results in fewer trips to the gas station.
    15 color combinations are available for the Grand Cherokee L while there are only 9 color combinations available for the Explorer.
  • The Grand Cherokee L has a Rear Seat Monitoring Camera to help you keep a better eye on your rear seat passengers, a feature not offered in the Explorer.
  • The slightly slimmer body width of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L will make it easier to get in and out of parking spaces than the Ford Explorer.
  • The Jeep Grand Cherokee L TrailHawk edition offers more off-roading capabilities and higher ground clearance than is available with the Ford Explorer Timberline trim.
  • The Grand Cherokee L has a wider wheelbase than the Explorer, giving it more road stability.
  • This iteration of the Grand Cherokee has been recognized for many awards such as:
    • 2022 IntelliChoice Best Overall Value Winner
    • 2022 IntelliChoice Lowest Cost of Ownership Winner
    • 2022 IntelliChoice Multiple Smart Choice Winner
    • Most Patriotic Brand for 21 Consecutive Years by Brand Keys
    • 2022 Best Two-Row SUV by Newsweek

Compare Jeep Grand Cherokee L to Ford Explorer

SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Ford Explorer
Photo 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Red 2023 Ford Explorer White
Trims Laredo, Laredo X, Altitude, Altitude X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve Base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, Limited, ST, King Ranch®, Platinum
Color Options 13 Combinations 8 Combinations
Seating 6 or 7 6 or 7
Engine
5.7 L V8 Pentastar®*
3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine*
Horsepower
347 HP
300 HP
Torque
390 lb-ft
310 lb-ft
Transmission
ZF 8 Eight-Speed Automatic
10-speed automatic 
DriveTrain
4x2 and 4x4*
4x2 and 4x4*
Towing Capacity
6,200 lbs.*
5,600 lbs.*
Payload Capacity
1,976 lbs.*
1,723 lbs.
Fuel Economy (City/Hwy)
19/26*
21/28*
Infotainment
10.1 in. UConnect® Touchscreen Display and available passenger touchscreen*
10.1 in.LCD Capacitive Portrait Touchscreen
Sound System McIntosh® 19 speakers, 10-inch subwoofer
 B&O® by Bang & Olufsen®, 14 Speakers, Subwoofer
Front Head/Legroom 39.8/41.3 in. 38.9/43 in.
Rear Head/Legroom 39.9/39.4 in. 38.2/39 in.
Third Head/Legroom 37.3/30.3 in. 38.9/32.2 in.
Max Interior Cargo 84.6 cu.ft. 87.8 cu.ft. 
Base Price $40,130* $36,760*


The New Jeep Grand Cherokee L


2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L parked near the Bong Bridge in DuluthKeeping true to the Jeep Brand, the Grand Cherokee L is ready for every adventure. A modern icon of style and strength, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has the ruggedness you know and love in a Jeep, while wrapping every passenger with exemplary comfort and convenience. With the available TrailHawk edition, enjoy maximum off-road capabilities that no other vehicle can match. Sporting a more powerful engine than most vehicles in its class, the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L ensures that you can take everything you need for your journey with a maximum towing capacity of 6,200 lbs. Superior space gives passengers room to stretch out and relax on those long road trips. The available state-of-the-art McIntosh® sound system with 17-channel amplifier delivering up to 950 watts of power through 19 custom-designed speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer turns your cabin into a sound stage for your best performances. All of this is backed by a 36 Month/36,000 Mile Basic Warranty and a 60 Month/60,000 Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty with 60 Month/60,000 Mile Roadside Assistance Support. When you are looking for a large crossover or SUV that can take you anywhere you want to go, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the first stop and top of the list. Get yours today!

Check out our selection of Grand Cherokee and then visit us to experience why the Grand Cherokee should be your choice over the Ford Explorer.