2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2017 Dodge Durango
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2017 Dodge Durango contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2017 Dodge Durango.
In comparing the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee's and the 2017 Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. The 2017 Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and resale value. The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2017 Dodge Durango have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee's and the 2017 Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Dodge Durango is a better car than the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Pricing: A used 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranges from $11,900 to $24,000 while a used 2017 Dodge Durango is priced between $11,500 to $24,477.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee loses 52.7 percent of its value and the 2017 Dodge Durango loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Dodge Durango retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Grand Cherokee is 8.0 out of 10 while the Dodge Durango's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Grand Cherokee being ranked 11 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Dodge Durango being ranked 17 out of 31. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is ranked 17 and the Dodge Durango is ranked 33.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Grand Cherokee is 7.6 out of 10. For the Dodge Durango the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Durango a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2017 Dodge Durango makes 295 horsepower. Both the Grand Cherokee and the Durango are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2017 Dodge Durango has the advantage in the area of rear head room. The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2017 Dodge Durango are comparable in regards to front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Dodge Durango, with an average rating of 4.84 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
30395
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
29141
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
21195 - 34210
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
29995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
29141
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
21195 - 34210
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17540
Price Range:
11900 - 24000
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
17205
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
10618 - 28491
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1269
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110178
# Good or Great Deals:
419
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17441
Price Range:
11500 - 24477
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
17205
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
10618 - 28491
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
351
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
120081
# Good or Great Deals:
89
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.136
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Dodge Durango
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.234
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.750180853642682
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 11.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0741807603760205
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 11.6
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
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61 out of / 66Summary Review
The two-row Jeep Grand Cherokee combines go-anywhere capability with a high level of luxury. One of Jeep’s most popular models, the Grand Cherokee is available as a basic, affordable off-road SUV or a $90K high-performance variant, with several options in-between.
Summary Review
Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.
Pros and Cons
- Huge selection of trims
- Unmatched performance on 707 hp Trackhawk trim
- Capable of towing up to 7,200 pounds when properly equipped
- No green (hybrid/electric) trims available
- Aging platform
Pros and Cons
- Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
- Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
- Three V8 engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) option available
- Aging platform
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude, Laredo, Laredo 75th Anniversary, Laredo E, Limited, Limited 75th Anniversary, Overland, SRT, Summit, Trailhawk
2017 Dodge Durango Trim Levels
Citadel, Citadel Anodized Platinum, GT, R/T, Special Service, SXT, SXT Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.84 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
36.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4545 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
69.3 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4756 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
70.9 inches
Length:
201.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Red
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Clear Coat
White
Vice White / White Knuckle Clear Coat
Blue
Blu By You Pearl Coat
Brown
Bomber Brown Pearl Coat / Stout Brown Metallic Clear Coat
Gray
Granite Pearl Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Light Frost Beige
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Light Frost Beige
