Honda Ridgeline vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee WK
In comparing the Honda Ridgeline to the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, The Jeep Grand Cherokee WK has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Ridgeline and Jeep Grand Cherokee WK have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda Ridgeline versus the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK is a better car than the Honda Ridgeline.
Honda Ridgeline vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Pricing
A used 2023 Honda Ridgeline ranges from $39,448 to $48,119 while a used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK is priced between $34,881 to $44,997. For a new model, the Honda Ridgeline's price is between $40,849 and $48,925, with the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK priced between $37,816 and $52,258.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Ridgeline’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK base engine makes 293 horsepower. Both the Ridgeline and the Grand Cherokee WK are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 468 and 640 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jeep Grand Cherokee WK has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Ridgeline, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Ridgeline has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$40,849 - $48,925
Used Asking Price:
$39,448 - $48,119
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
23.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,816 - $52,258
Used Asking Price:
$34,881 - $44,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Honda Ridgeline Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Ridgeline Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 10Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Rankings
Summary Review
The Honda Ridgeline differs from all of its peers in this segment by being a unit-body vehicle, meaning it is not built upon a traditional truck ladder frame. That is either the best feature or worst feature of this truck, depending upon which view you hold and what you intend to do with it. The Ridgeline is only offered in a crew cab configuration.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Best-in-class on-road ride quality and performance due to advanced chassis design
- Best-in-class safety
- 2nd Highest reliability score in the class
- Great in-vehicle storage features
- Not an “off-road” truck in comparison to its peers’ off-road trims
- Least workmanlike design
- No extended cab configuration
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
64 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels
Black Edition, RTL, RTL-E, Sport
Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Trim Levels
Laredo E, Laredo X, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1583 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 468 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 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
7.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4436 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4513 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
69.3 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
