Which midsize SUV does it best? Modern buyers have a variety of preferences, so if you ask a group of people, odds are you'll get several different responses. Your trusted dealer at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Willoughby is here with a breakdown of two class-favorites. Learn more in this detailed comparison between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2025 Ford Explorer to help you find the perfect fit! When you're ready to shop, you can browse our new inventory online from your phone or computer before visiting us.
2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2025 Ford Explorer
The latest Explorer has power, but the new Grand Cherokee has power and capability to match. After all, Jeep isn't an iconic brand with trail-rated capabilities for nothing. Take a look at how the specs are up to par with the Explorer while offering more features and ergonomic design that make it a more sensible choice with superior value and a lower price.
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2025 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|
| $36,495 | $39,785 |
Safety Features
The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer both have an impressive list of standard safety features; however, when it comes to advanced safety tech, the Jeep has a clear edge. See what we mean below.
| Safety Feature | 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2025 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Seat Camera | Available | Not Available |
| Digital Rearview Mirror | Available | Not Available |
| Active Driving Assist | Available | Available |
| Night Vision Camera | Available | Not Available |
| 360 Degree Surround View Camera | Available | Available |
Performance
The standard powertrain on the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine that puts out an impressive 293 horsepower. Four-wheel drive is available on all models, along with an 8-speed automatic transmission setup. If you're a fan of getting off the beaten path, we'd suggest adding the Advanced Pro Tech Group, which adds helpful features like an integrated off-road Camera and night vision with pedestrian and animal detection.
The 2025 Ford Explorer has two available powertrains. The standard is a 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 300 horsepower. Buyers desiring quicker acceleration can opt for the Explorer ST, which has a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged 6-cylinder engine that produces 400 horsepower. While this is higher than what the Grand Cherokee produces, the Explorer fails to appeal to the swath of buyers that want more "Utility" than "Sport" in their Sports Utility Vehicle. Jeep is a brand that's renowned for the off-road prowess of its models, which is why the Grand Cherokee can be equipped with hardcore features sure to thrill off-road purists like a low-range gearbox, hill-descent control, and more. The Explorer is just a car on stilts.
Interior
The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee's practical nature continues to impress in the cabin area. Whether you plan on using the Grand Cherokee for work, pleasure, or anything in between, all possibilities are viable in this capable SUV. Inside, you'll find an 8.4-inch center stack screen, or a massive 10.1-inch touchscreen standard on the Limited trim. Wireless smartphone connectivity with a wireless charging pad is the perfect pair for the get-in-and-go type of driver. If convenience were a tangible object, it would look like the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
You'll find what you would expect from a Ford SUV in the Explorer. Heated seats, leather trim, a moonroof, and the like. What you won't find is anything unique to any other Ford vehicle. Ford has not done the work to really get to know its buyers. For this reason, the 2025 Explorer does not have a way to connect a certain lifestyle to driving one.
Bottom Line
What does the Jeep Grand Cherokee do differently from the Ford Explorer? Jeep shaped the Grand Cherokee to be the perfect companion for every active lifestyle. From the low-range gearbox to the hill descent control, all of these thoughtful choices were made with you in mind. The Explorer proves to be just another SUV in Ford's lineup with no clear angle.
Take the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee for a Test Drive!
At Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Willoughby, we can't wait to show you around the new 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee! Call us today at (440) 201-9940 to schedule your test drive, or see what we have when you shop our new inventory online.
* The advertised price does not include sales tax, vehicle registration fees, other fees required by law, finance charges and any documentation charges. A negotiable administration fee, up to $115, may be added to the price of the vehicle.
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