Ron Carter CDJR in Alvin
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a furiously powerful, off-road optimized, SUV with tremendous towing and hauling capabilities. Compare the three Jeep Grand Cherokee engine options to see how the standard V6, Jeep Grand Cherokee L V8, and PHEV powertrains stack up to each other. Then, fill out a pre-approval and head to Ron Carter CDJR in Alvin for test drives at our Alvin showroom, just down the street from Friendswood!
The gas-powered variant of the Jeep Gran Cherokee is available as a 5-seat 2-row SUV or 7-seat 3-row SUV. All 5-seat Grand Cherokees are equipped with a 3.6L V6 engine, as are the majority of 3-row Grand Cherokee SUVs. However, Pearland drivers will have the option to equip the 3-row Grand Cherokee with a HEMI® Jeep Grand Cherokee L V8 engine on certain trim levels. Let’s take a look at the key Jeep Grand Cherokee specs:
3.6L V6 Engine
5.7L V8 Engine
The Jeep Grand Cherokee can also be configured as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with a dedicated electric range and hybrid mode. Take a moment to explore the key Jeep Grand Cherokee engine specs for the PHEV model below:
2.0L I4 DOHC DI Turbo PHEV Engine
You’ve compared the Jeep Grand Cherokee L V8 engine specs to the PHEV engine and V6 engine specs. But what is the best way to determine which model is right for you? It’s to experience the performance of each engine option with a test drive! Call Ron Carter CDJR in Alvin at 281-245-0780 to arrange a test drive. But first, be sure to explore our Jeep research guides for more helpful reads, like our overview of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L interior!
Related research: Jeep Grand Cherokee Towing Capacity and Jeep Grand Cherokee L Interior.
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