Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Kia Sorento
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2009 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$41,535 |
Listings9577 | Listings9670 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLarger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, that was priced over $75,000 and worth it—most of the time. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight4524 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height71.5 in |
Length189.6 in | Length204.9 in |
Width74.8 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1370 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2009 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $31,990 | $41,535 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Larger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | The Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, that was priced over $75,000 and worth it—most of the time. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 4524 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 204.9 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1370 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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