Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Ford Explorer New Holland PA

Are you looking for a powerful, off-road-ready SUV that can handle the trails and streets of New Holland, Lancaster, or Reading, Pennsylvania? Two popular options are the Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the Ford Explorer.

To help interested drivers decide which SUV might be right for them, the team at New Holland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) has put together this Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Ford Explorer comparison. Read on to learn more!

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Towing and Off-Road Capability

Both the Grand Cherokee L and the Explorer have the capability to head off-road and tow a few things you want to take along. Both also have 4x4 drivetrains to help handle the terrain.

Each also has its own version of the Grand Cherokee L’s Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System, which lets you select a drive mode based on the terrain you encounter. The Grand Cherokee L also has an available Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension, which can both lower and raise the vehicle’s ground clearance as needed.

The Ford Explorer also tows a good deal. When properly equipped, the Explorer has a maximum towing capacity of 5,600 pounds.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L outperforms the Explorer by almost 2,000 pounds! The Grand Cherokee L has a maximum towing capacity of 7,200 pounds when properly equipped.

Interior Features

Both SUVs have a spacious interior designed for comfort. Each one has cloth seats with room for six or seven people, depending on which seating configuration you choose. Leather-trimmed seats are also available on higher trim levels of the Explorer and the Grand Cherokee L.

Infotainment systems are inside these SUVs, too. The Explorer does not start out with one, but you can opt for an available SYNC® 3 infotainment system.

The Grand Cherokee L has an infotainment system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen right out of the gate.

You can even customize the Grand Cherokee L with a multicolor Ambient LED Lighting feature. Choose a color that’s right for you or enjoy the day and night settings that come with this system to add a personal touch, flair, and sophistication.

A Powerful Presence

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When you’re comparing size, the Ford Explorer and the Grand Cherokee L are rather close both in terms of interior and exterior dimensions. How large the vehicle is can help show off its style and power. Let’s take a look below at how these SUVs stack up against each other:

Ford Explorer	Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Height
69.9 inches	71.5 inches
Wheelbase
119.1 inches	121.7 inches
Length
198.8 inches	204.9 inches

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L also offers an impressive ground clearance, hitting a maximum 10.9 inches. On top of that, the Grand Cherokee L allows up to 24 inches of water fording so you can keep exploring.

The Ford Explorer’s ground clearance only reaches up to 8.7 inches.

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Which Large SUV Comes Out On Top?

As you can see, when we at New Holland CDJR compare the Jeep Grand Cherokee L against the Ford Explorer in categories like off-road capability, interior features, and exterior size, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes out ahead.

If drivers from New Holland, Lancaster, and Reading, PA, want to get a look at the Jeep Grand Cherokee L up close, come visit us. We’ll get you behind the wheel for a test drive. Contact the team at our dealership today!