HUMMER H3 vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the HUMMER H3 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 HUMMER H3 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
When we compare the HUMMER H3's and the Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the HUMMER H3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the HUMMER H3's and the Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a better car than the HUMMER H3.
Pricing: A used 2010 HUMMER H3 ranges from $7,250 to $22,621 while a used 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $4,935 to $17,609.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the HUMMER H3’s base engine makes 239 horsepower, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 210 horsepower. The H3 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. This gives the Jeep Grand Cherokee the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the HUMMER H3. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Jeep Grand Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,390
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$30,710
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$26,688
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$20,845 - $31,740
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,834
Price Range:
$7,250 - $22,621
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
126,931
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,103
Price Range:
$4,935 - $17,609
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$9,794
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$6,396 - $16,926
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
63
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
138,331
# Good or Great Deals:
12
HUMMER H3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for HUMMER H3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Grand Cherokee
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.9 - 16.3
HUMMER H3 Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
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53 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
HUMMER H3 Trim Levels
Adventure, Alpha, Base, Luxury
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Laredo, Limited, SRT8
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 / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
239 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
241 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
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:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
29.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4698 lbs
Width:
85 inches
Height:
73.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4261 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
109.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
All Terrain Blue
Gray
Canyon Metallic
Orange
Solar Flare Metallic
Red
Red Rock Metallic / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Stone Metallic
White
Birch White
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Modern Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Light Graystone Pearl Coat
Orange
Not available
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Stone White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Cashmere
Black
Ebony
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Khaki
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Slate Gray
