2026 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 95.9 to 71.8, on safety. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on fuel & range.
2026 Chevrolet Traverse
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse is sold in the U.S. as a gas large SUV with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Traverse FWD, is EPA-rated a…
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and gas large SUV with 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Grand Ch…
2026 Chevrolet Traverse
Clear winThe Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 95.9 to 71.8, on safety. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2026 Chevrolet Traverseoverall 95.9 | 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokeeoverall 71.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 95 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 96.6 | 50.7 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 95.9 | 71.8 |
Jeep Grand Cherokee: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Chevrolet Traverse: model-level data · Jeep Grand Cherokee: base trim Laredo 2WD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
47 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,604 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 |
| Fuel injection system | — | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 293 hp |
| Torque | — | 260 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 26 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic hybrid |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 8.4 in |
| Overall height | — | 70.8 in |
| Overall length | — | 194 in |
| Overall width | — | 84.6 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 117 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 70.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 37.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 145 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 39.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 39.4 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38.2 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 4,238 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 4,238 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 6,050 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 1,280 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Multi-link independent |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 19 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 354 mm |
| Front brake type | — | vented disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Drum-in-hat |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | Painted cast aluminum |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 245/70R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 23 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 59.2 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 58 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
20 features · differences first, then sharedSafety9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking | — | std |
| Active Driving Assist (hands-free highway driving) | — | opt |
| Active Lane Management | — | std |
| All-speed Traction Control | — | std |
| Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control | — | std |
| Four-wheel Antilock Brakes | — | std |
| Rear Park Assist | — | std |
Infotainment2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| 10.25-inch front passenger display | — | opt |
| Rear-facing Fam Cam (rear passenger camera) | — | opt |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated seats | — | std |
| Optional 60/40 second-row bench seat (Grand Cherokee L) | — | opt |
Interior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | — | std |
Exterior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch wheels (new on base Laredo) | — | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| 4x4 / 4WD system (optional) | — | opt |
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 Engine (293 hp, 260 lb-ft) | — | std |
| Electronic Limited Slip Differential (rear, optional) | — | opt |
| TorqueFlite 8HP70 8-speed automatic transmission | — | std |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Max. Gross Trailer Weight 6,200 lbs. | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPChevrolet Traverse
Top recalls
- highEquipment26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Top recalls
- criticalElectrical System25V741000 · 320,068 vehicles
- highTires26V559000 · 201,976 vehicles
- highVisibility26V529000 · 81 vehicles
- highElectrical System25V576000 · 91,787 vehicles
- minorBack Over Prevention26V531000 · 844,027 vehicles
- minorAir Bags26V328000 · 419,035 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 11 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | PHEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Traverse FWD | Grand Cherokee 4xe |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 22 | 23 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,850 | $2,700 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse or the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 95.9 to 71.8, on safety. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse scores 95.9 and the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 71.8. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse or the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
2026 Chevrolet Traverse: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the differences between the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse and the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
This page puts 47 specifications and 20 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.