American carmaker Jeep has finally launched its flagship SUV, the Grand Cherokee in India. The Grand Cherokee sits in a segment that the Germans have been dominating for a very long time. The pricing for this true-blue American SUV sits very close to the BMW X5. Today, let’s see the comparison of the Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5!
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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5 – Design and Size
The Grand Cherokee is unmistakably a Jeep. It is huge, bold, and looks like it is made to conquer all terrains. However, with this model, Jeep has also added some elegant details that give this SUV a slightly understated look. While the overall silhouette is rather large, the car looks quite composed from all corners. The BMW X5 on the other hand is inclined on being as sporty as it can get, The sharp cuts and creases all along the body make it look like it’s meant to go fast. The huge grille upfront creates a dominating look, and the newly designed headlights add to the overall aggressive and sporty appeal.
Dimensions:
The Grand Cherokee is taller, while the BMW X5 is longer, wider, and has a bigger wheelbase. All in all, both SUVs are similar in terms of size.
| Car | Height | Width | Length | Wheelbase |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1,798mm | 1,968mm | 4,915mm | 2,964mm |
| BMW X5 | 1,745mm | 2,004mm | 4,922mm | 2,975mm |
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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5 – Features
Well, this segment offers pretty much everything you could ask for. However, for the sake of this comparison of the Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5, here’s a list of some of the features of these cars.
| Features | BMW X5 | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Sound system | 19 speakers by Harman Kardon | 19 speakers by Alpine |
| 360-degree camera | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
| Connected car tech | Yes | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 20-inches | 19/20-inches |
| Park Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Massaging seats | Yes | Yes |
| Heated/Ventilated seats | Yes | Yes |
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Engines
The X5, being a BMW naturally takes 2 steps ahead in this comparison of Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5 in terms of engines. It gets both diesel and petrol engine options, while the Jeep only gets a petrol engine. Both these SUVs, offer 4WD, however, the overall suspension setup and ground clearance on the Jeep make it much more off-road friendly.
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | BMW X5 |
| 2L 4-cylinder turbo petrol Power: 276HP Torque: 400nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic |
3L 6-cylinder turbo petrol Power: 340HPTorque: 450nm3L 6-cylinder diesel Power: 265HP Torque: 620nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic |
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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5 – Difference in driving
Well, both these cars do fall into the same segment, but they’re very different to drive. The BMW X5 is an SUV that focuses more on stability, handling, and speed. It is one of the most fun to drive SUVs in the world and it doesn’t really focus on going off the roads. Yes, it gets a 4WD system, however, the primary focus behind that is to improve the overall traction and grip on high-speed cornering. On the other hand, the Grand Cherokee carries a much higher stance and is ever ready to take the roads less taken. It focuses on comfort, ride quality, and off-road capability. Both SUVs are excellent drivers in their respective segments.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs BMW X5 – Pricing
The ex-showroom pricing for these cars is:
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | BMW X5 |
| Rs. 77.50 Lakhs | Rs. 79.90 – Rs. 97.90 Lakhs |
The Grand Cherokee here currently only has one variant, whereas the BMW X5 has 2 variants across petrol and diesel options. All in all, the BMW X5 offers better driving dynamics and also carries the heft of brand value. The Jeep on the other hand is fairly new in the market, but it is a good product.
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