Two Rows or Three
Same engines, same capability, same Jeep, in two sizes. The two-row Grand Cherokee is shorter, lighter on fuel and easier to park; the Grand Cherokee L adds nearly a foot of length, a third row and more cargo. This is a straight, even comparison to help you pick the right one, because we sell both.
The Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L are not rungs on a ladder; they are the same vehicle offered in two lengths. They share engines, four-wheel-drive systems, technology and trims. The only real question is how many people and how much cargo you need to carry, and how much length you want to live with in your driveway and on the Cape's narrower village streets. We sell both, so this comparison plays it straight and lets your needs decide.
The quick take: buy the two-row Grand Cherokee if you carry five or fewer; buy the Grand Cherokee L if you carry six or seven with any regularity. They share every engine, every trim and the same 6,200 lbs of tow rating, so nothing else separates them. The L costs about $2,000 more at every trim, is 11.4 inches longer, carries 90 more pounds of payload, and gives up about one mpg. Neither is the upgrade — the seat count is the whole decision.
The two-row Grand Cherokee is 193.5 inches long on a 116.7-inch wheelbase, seats five, and is the more efficient and more maneuverable of the two. It is the choice for buyers who rarely need more than five seats and want the easiest version to park and the lowest price of entry.
The Grand Cherokee L stretches to 204.9 inches on a 121.7-inch wheelbase, adds a third row for seating up to seven, and grows maximum cargo to 84.6 cubic feet. It is the choice for families who need the extra seats or hauling room and are happy to trade a little length and about one mpg to get them. EPA ratings are published at fueleconomy.gov.
| Spec | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee L |
|---|---|---|
| Engines | 3.6L V6 / 2.0L turbo | 3.6L V6 / 2.0L turbo |
| Combined MPG (turbo RWD) | Up to 23 mpg | Up to 22 mpg |
| Max towing | 6,200 lb | 6,200 lb |
| Max payload | Up to 1,280 lb | Up to 1,370 lb |
| Wheelbase | 116.7 in | 121.7 in |
| Spec | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee L |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | About $38,920 | About $40,920 |
| Summit MSRP | About $60,600 | About $62,600 |
| Seating | 5 | Up to 7 |
| Max cargo | 70.8 cu ft | 84.6 cu ft |
| Length | 193.5 in | 204.9 in |
MSRP excludes destination; the L runs roughly $2,000 above the equivalent two-row trim. Confirm current pricing on live inventory.
The two-row model costs less to buy, returns about one more mpg, and is nearly a foot shorter, which makes it easier to park in a downtown Hyannis lot or tuck into a standard garage. For a couple or a family of four or five, it delivers the full Grand Cherokee experience, the same engines and the same capability, in the more nimble package.
The L adds a genuine third row and seats up to seven, grows maximum cargo to 84.6 cubic feet, and carries a higher payload rating. Its longer wheelbase also rides a touch smoother on the highway. For a growing family, carpool duty, or anyone who regularly hauls people and gear together, the extra length pays for itself every week.
| If you… | Choose |
|---|---|
| Rarely carry more than five and want the best mileage and price | Grand Cherokee, shop inventory |
| Need a third row, more cargo or higher payload | Grand Cherokee L, shop L inventory |
| Want the easiest version to park in a village or garage | Grand Cherokee, see two-row stock |
Premier Cape Cod stocks both the Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L at 556 Yarmouth Road in Hyannis, so the easiest way to decide is to sit in both and see which fits your family and your driveway. Call (508) 815-5000 or schedule a test drive online for Falmouth, Plymouth and South Shore shoppers.
Size. The L is 11.4 inches longer and adds a third row for seating up to seven and more cargo, while the two-row model seats five and is shorter, lighter on fuel and easier to park. They share engines, capability and technology.
If you use the third row or the added cargo, yes; the roughly $2,000-per-trim premium buys real space. If you never carry more than five, the two-row model gives you the same driving experience for less.
Slightly. The longer, heavier L gives up about one combined mpg to the two-row model with the same engine and drivetrain. Both offer the efficient Hurricane turbo and the proven V6.
Yes. Both the Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L tow up to 6,200 pounds when properly equipped with the Trailer Tow Package. The L carries a slightly higher payload rating of up to 1,370 pounds.
The two-row Grand Cherokee, by nearly a foot of length. That makes a real difference in tight village lots and standard garages around the Cape, while the L trades some of that ease for its third row.
Sit in the two-row and the L side by side, then start your numbers online.
* The advertised price does not include sales tax, vehicle registration fees, other fees required by law, finance charges and any documentation charges. A negotiable administration fee, up to $115, may be added to the price of the vehicle.
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