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What's New for 2025?
No changes for the JGC this year, but it's worth noting that the base Laredo 4x4 is now $1,000 cheaper to start.
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2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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"The JGC has traditionally been a top contender in this segment, but its nondescript V6 engine holds it back, especially now that you can't upgrade to a V8 any longer. Sure, the Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid offers much better performance, but it also adds more than $20k to the starting price. To be fair, the JGC V6's acceleration and fuel economy remain competitive with the new four-cylinder 4Runner, but that's faint praise. We'd love to see Jeep squeeze the Hurricane turbo inline-6 into the JGC's engine bay. Having said that, this Jeep is still a luxurious, feature-rich SUV with real off-road capability, as it's always been. We're fans, even if we feel it deserves better under the hood."—Ranked #4 out of 9 Midsize SUVs
MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. Ordered by price from low to high, here are the versions of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee that you need to be aware of, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
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The rear-drive Grand Cherokee will get the job done if you don't plan to venture off the beaten path, but keep in mind that your resale value will take a hit when you're ready to unload your non-4x4 Jeep.
Oddly, the JGC's fuel economy doesn't change a bit (per the EPA) if you add 4WD. With regard to the acceleration numbers, note that the tested vehicle was a fully loaded Summit trim that tipped the scales at an eye-popping 4,863 pounds, whereas the starting curb weight for the JGC 4x4 is about 500 pounds less. That's a huge weight spread from base to loaded, so if you stick with the entry-level Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4, it stands to reason that you'll enjoy significantly quicker acceleration. Having said that, the familiar 3.6-liter V6 feels outdated for a midsize SUV with premium aspirations. The Grand Cherokee deserves better, and for the prices Jeep's charging, you deserve better, too.
Impressively, the 4xe only gives up 200 pounds of towing capacity to the standard Grand Cherokee. It also solves the regular JGC's acceleration problem, lopping about 2 seconds off the sprint to 60 mph and trouncing its lesser sibling at the quarter mile by 13 — yes, 13 — mph. So you're not just getting a part-time electric vehicle in this deal; you're also getting a high-performance SUV rather than a rather low-performance one.
What are the different versions of the 2025 Grand Cherokee, and how much do they cost? Select a version below or just hit the button to see our full 2025 Grand Cherokee specs and model data.
| Version | Price | Fuel | MPG | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 Rear-Wheel Drive | $36,495 | Gas | 22 | 293 hp | 260 lb-ft |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 Four-Wheel Drive | $39,035 | Gas | 22 | 293 hp | 260 lb-ft |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe (2.0T Plug-In Hybrid) | $60,490 | Plug-In Hybrid | 23 | 375 hp | 470 lb-ft |
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