For 2022, Jeep is introducing a new addition to their Grand Cherokee lineup. The 2022 model will offer new architecture as well as impressive off-road capabilities with on-road refinement. There is a lot to look forward to with the new model of the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee's main rivals have to be the Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Edge, and Volkswagen Atlas. From its price to its performances, fans of mid-size SUVs will want to see how the new Jeep Grand Cherokee matches up to these hot and popular rivals.
Let's take a closer look at the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and how it compares to the competition.
Multiple Powertrain And Trim Options
For 2022, Jeep is offering multiple powertrain options for the Grand Cherokee, which sets this new model apart from its younger siblings. There will the option of a Trailhawk, which is ideal for off-road adventures. Then, there is a plug-in hybrid model, the 4xe, which is completely new. A third-row model is also available, which is ideal for families, with the name Grand Cherokee L.
Although the other manufacturers offer multiple trims, none offer the plug-in hybrid option, which sets the Grand Cherokee lineup apart from the rest and puts it right in line for the sustainable automotive market.
The Nissan Pathfinder offers four trims, all of which offer gasoline engines and includes the S, SV, SL, and Platinum trims. Moreover, the Ford Edge for 2022 offers four trims too, which again are all gasoline. These include the SE, SEL, ST-Line, and Titanium trims. Then, the VW Atlas five trims, which is the most amount of available trims across all rivals. This includes all gasoline-powered engines and includes the SE, SE with technology, SEL, SEL R-LINE, and SEL Premium R-LINE.
In terms of power trains and trims, the VW offers the most but the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers the most futuristic and modern thanks to its plug-in hybrid powertrain in the 4xe model.
The Performance Comparison
Although the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a high-performance package, like the Trailhawk, the other rivals do too. Therefore, the performance comparison is an exciting one to make. After all, most mid-size SUV customers tend to prefer those with more power to be capable of tough terrains and reliability, right?
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee base model features a 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 293-hp. Moreover, the absolute rival of the Jeep when it comes to performance has to be the Nissan Pathfinder, seeing as its engine and performance almost match. The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder features a 3.5-liter V6 engine, which can make 284-hp. Although it's not quite the same as the Jeep, it is comparable.
Falling behind in its performance is the 2022 VW Atlas that make 235-hp from its 2.0-liter turbo engine.
The Ford Edge for 2022 features a 2.7-Liter V-6 engine as standard, which can churn out a whopping 335-hp. Hence, it is quite clear who the winner is in the performance department. Ford SUVs are popular for their power abilities, so it isn't a huge surprise to see that it wins the power race.
How Do Prices Compare?
Jeep's new Grand Cherokee is a high performer and offers an impressive array of trim levels, hence, the price reflects these top-notch features. In fact, it is the most expensive model of them all. The starting price is $37,785 for the base model and prices climb to as high as $63,760 for the highest trim, which is the Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve.
Falling shortly behind the Jeep is the 2022 Ford Edge, with a marginally cheaper starting price of $36,690. This price is still pretty fair though as hasn't seen a huge jump in comparison to its predecessors.
Third in line for pricing is the VW Atlas, which starts at $33,475. The cheapest model of them all, which people might expect due to it being a mid-performer is the Nissan Pathfinder. Its starting price is $33,410 for the base model. However, for a few thousand cheaper, you can attain almost the same performance as the Jeep Gran Cherokee. Hence, if anyone is in the market for a more affordable mid-size SUV, the Nissan Pathfinder might be the way to go. Hence, the Nissan looks to be the Jeep's biggest rival for 2022.
Overall, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a lot to live up to thanks to its long list of rivals. Its closest rival goes to the Nissan, but the Ford Edge doesn't fall far behind due to its performance. But, the most affordable is the Nissan, which mid-size SUV customers might be looking for. Either way, the Jeep Grand Cherokee for 2022 is a great contestant, but it doesn't quite match its rivals.