2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
When we compare the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz's and the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz's and the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is a better car than the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing
A used 2012 Hyundai Veracruz ranges from $5,994 to $15,995 while a used 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $7,991 to $19,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 290 horsepower. Both the Veracruz and the Grand Cherokee are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 453 and 566 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5994 - 15995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7991 - 19999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424993
Hyundai Veracruz Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.547776 / 10
Reliability:
8.623328 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.3 / 10
Hyundai Veracruz Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 16Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 56Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
31 out of / 66Ranking
33 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 49Ranking
40 out of / 66Ranking
42 out of / 58Ranking
45 out of / 56Ranking
51 out of / 66Ranking
51 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Hyundai Veracruz Trim Levels
GLS, Limited
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude, Laredo, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Overland Summit, SRT8
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 453 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 566 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
86.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
164.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
35.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4266 lbs
Width:
76.6 inches
Height:
71.1 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4470 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R17