Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Lexus GX
Overview | |
MSRP$38,920 | MSRP$66,785 |
Listings252 | Listings382 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryJeep’s midsize SUV gains something and loses something for the 2026 model year. A mild refresh brings a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but the Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid is no more. Styling changes outside, a bigger touchscreen inside, and a restructured lineup of trim levels round out the changes. Verdict: The turbo-four engine is impressive, but it can’t account for the lack of a hybrid powertrain, or the price tag for the best version of this grand dame of SUVs. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Lexus GX midsize SUV seats up to seven people, tows just over 9,000 pounds when properly equipped, can hold more than 90 cubic feet of cargo, and easily travels where few vehicles dare to tread. The 2026 GX 550 comes in Premium, Premium+, Overtrail, Overtrail+, Luxury, and Luxury+ trim levels, each equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine and standard four-wheel drive (4WD). Lexus reported no changes to this SUV for the 2026 model year. Verdict: Poor fuel economy aside, the GX is a good luxury SUV designed for serious off-roading and towing. For those who require neither, the Lexus RX is a better pick. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway21 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine Name3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway21 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.7 cu ft | Cargo Space10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4238 lbs | Curb Weight5585 lbs |
Height70.8 in | Height75.6 in |
Length193.5 in | Length197.1 in |
Width84.6 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase116.7 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1280 lbs | Maximum Payload1445 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,920 | $66,785 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Jeep’s midsize SUV gains something and loses something for the 2026 model year. A mild refresh brings a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but the Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid is no more. Styling changes outside, a bigger touchscreen inside, and a restructured lineup of trim levels round out the changes. Verdict: The turbo-four engine is impressive, but it can’t account for the lack of a hybrid powertrain, or the price tag for the best version of this grand dame of SUVs. | The Lexus GX midsize SUV seats up to seven people, tows just over 9,000 pounds when properly equipped, can hold more than 90 cubic feet of cargo, and easily travels where few vehicles dare to tread. The 2026 GX 550 comes in Premium, Premium+, Overtrail, Overtrail+, Luxury, and Luxury+ trim levels, each equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine and standard four-wheel drive (4WD). Lexus reported no changes to this SUV for the 2026 model year. Verdict: Poor fuel economy aside, the GX is a good luxury SUV designed for serious off-roading and towing. For those who require neither, the Lexus RX is a better pick. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 21 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 21 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.7 cu ft | 10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4238 lbs | 5585 lbs |
Height | 70.8 in | 75.6 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 197.1 in |
Width | 84.6 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 116.7 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1280 lbs | 1445 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6200 lbs | 9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | |
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