Dodge Durango vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
When comparing the Dodge Durango's and the Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Durango's and the Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2025 Dodge Durango ranges from $35,490 to $63,678 while a used 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $34,500 to $56,928. For a new model, the Dodge Durango's price is between $38,960 and $63,950, with the Jeep Grand Cherokee priced between $37,601 and $62,086.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Durango loses 49.3 percent of its value and the Jeep Grand Cherokee loses 52.7 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Durango retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 7.5 out of 10 while the Jeep Grand Cherokee's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Durango being ranked 17 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Jeep Grand Cherokee being ranked 11 out of 31. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Dodge Durango is ranked 34 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee is ranked 18.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Durango is 7.7 out of 10. For the Jeep Grand Cherokee the reliability rating is 7.6 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 Dodge Durango’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 293 horsepower. The Durango is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 615 miles. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles.This gives the Jeep Grand Cherokee the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Durango the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has higher safety ratings than the 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:
38960 - 63950
Starting MSRP:
38495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
38382
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
37601 - 62086
Starting MSRP:
36495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
38382
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
47324
Price Range:
35490 - 63678
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
45804
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
36966 - 59949
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
43572
Price Range:
34500 - 56928
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
45804
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
36966 - 59949
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.48432299
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.30530799 - 0.56163117
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
19398
Depreciation %:
0.53152512
Resale Value $:
17097
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.48432299
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.30530799 - 0.56163117
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Durango
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.234
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Grand Cherokee
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.4
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.136
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6958450325951069
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 39.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.285872675449776
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 39.2
Dodge Durango Rankings
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61 out of / 66Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
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63 out of / 66Summary 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.
Summary 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.
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
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
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Dodge Durango Trim Levels
GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, R/T, R/T 20th Anniversary Plus, R/T 20th Anniversary Premium, R/T Plus, R/T Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey, SRT Hellcat Hammerhead, SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo A, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.84 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 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:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 615 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:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 598 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
37.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4875 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4238 lbs
Width:
84.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Clear Coat
Blue
Frostbite Pearl Coat / Night Moves
Gray
Destroyer Grey Clear Coat / Triple Nickel / Vapor Grey
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat / Red Oxide
White
White Knuckle Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Global Black
