Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Chevy Traverse
Are you looking for a reliable, 3-row SUV to take to work, pick up your kids from after-school activities, and transport your furry friend to the dog park? The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the Chevrolet Traverse are both capable of keeping up with your schedule, but which one should you choose?
Here at Walker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we want to help the families of Hurricane, Charleston, or Huntington, WV find the daily driving companion that meets their needs. We've created this Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Chevy Traverse comparison review so you can know for sure before you buy. Keep reading for more!
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A critical area that’s obviously important to look at when exploring these two SUVs is the power and performance offered by each one. Your growing family needs an SUV with a large amount of towing power for your family explorations. Which vehicle can better help with your hauls: the Jeep Grand Cherokee L or the Chevy Traverse?
On the face of it, both SUVs provide very similar performance, each one coming with a standard 3.6L V6 engine under the hood. The Traverse only has the 3.6L V6 engine, offering up to 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque.
In comparison, you’ll have more power and additional options with the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, which offers an available 5.7L V8 engine or a hybrid powertrain. The 5.7L engine offers up to 357 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque.
Ready to head off on your next family adventure? With the 3.6L engine, the Chevy Traverse can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped with the available trailering equipment. This towing capacity could support a fishing boat or a small travel trailer.
On the other hand, when properly equipped with the 5.7L engine, the Grand Cherokee L is capable of towing up to 7,200 pounds. This best-in-class maximum towing capacity means you can splurge. Your camping trips will feel more decadent with a larger travel trailer to fit your whole family.
Another important area to weigh is the cabin, as it will play an important role in determining your overall driving experience. When you and your family are heading off to make vacation memories, you'll want to enjoy the journey with a cozy and convenient interior. How do these two rides measure up in that regard?
Both the Grand Cherokee L and the Traverse come with third-row seating capabilities, equipping both models as capable family vacation companions. That being said, the Jeep may prove a bit more comfortable with its available Nappa leather-seating appointments. Conversely, the Chevy only offers available regular leather.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the Chevy Traverse offer plenty of family room among their three rows, including ample driver legroom: 41.3 inches in the Grand Cherokee L and 41 inches in the Traverse. Both SUVs also offer heated seats and a heated steering wheel available on higher trims.
However, only the Grand Cherokee L offers a standard 8-way, power-adjustable driver's seat, which is just an available feature on the Traverse.
Also, the Grand Cherokee L is the only one to include standard voice-activated air conditioning and illuminated cupholders for added convenience. It will be easy to adjust your seating position or find your coffee during a pre-dawn drive.
If you have hours of road-tripping ahead, you'll want to keep the whole family entertained for the journey. Playing the license plate game can keep you occupied for a while, but you probably want some impressive infotainment features inside your cabin too.
In terms of multimedia, you’ll find similar standard technology in both SUVs. The multimedia systems found in both the Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the Chevy Traverse offer access to Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™.
So, you’ll have the ability to remain connected on the go from behind the wheel of either of these impressive SUVs. Plus, both models come with six standard speakers for your music.
However, you may find these features are a bit easier to interface with inside the Jeep Grand Cherokee L. This is thanks to the large infotainment screen that measures 8.4 inches, making it easy to see and interact with all your features and functionalities. This can be upgraded to a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen as well.
On the other hand, the screen inside the Traverse proves to be a little bit harder to use, measuring in at only seven inches. If you want a larger screen, you’ll have to make do with the available 8-inch one. Ultimately, both SUVs can inform and entertain, but the Grand Cherokee L lets you see the bigger picture.
Both SUVs could transport your family around Hurricane, Charleston, or Huntington, WV, but we have to award the win to the Grand Cherokee L. This ride gives you more towing power, more driver comfort, and superior tech.
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