Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Kia Telluride
Overview | |
Years produced2020-2025 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$36,390 | MSRP$41,535 |
Listings9459 | Listings9670 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryFamily-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | |
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 | |
Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4134 lbs | Curb Weight4524 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height71.5 in |
Length196.9 in | Length204.9 in |
Width78.3 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1642 lbs | Maximum Payload1370 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-2025 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $36,390 | $41,535 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Family-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | 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 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4134 lbs | 4524 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 204.9 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1642 lbs | 1370 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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