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Have you been searching for the right SUV for your daily drive? If so, you have most likely checked out the Subaru Outback and the Jeep® Grand Cherokee. While both SUVs offer the roomy interior you're looking for, the capability you need, and the safety features you want, they do have different styles, amenities, and options. We suggest exploring our detailed comparison to learn more.
Choosing the right size vehicle is essential, especially when you have a family or love to travel with outdoor gear. The Subaru Outback is more wagon-based with a lower profile that makes driving around town easy and parking a breeze. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV that has more interior space. This makes it a bulkier parking size but also provides additional room for you and your crew to enjoy. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee is also taller and wider than the Subaru Outback, while the Outback features more passenger legroom and a longer cargo floor. You'll want to choose the right SUV for you and your family.
For drivers who are looking for standard AWD, the Subaru Outback is a great choice. This SUV comes with an impressive Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system on every Subaru Outback model, no matter which trim level you choose. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee has an AWD system available, but only on certain trim levels and with specific powertrain options.
Having all-wheel drive is important for your daily drive, especially when you're commuting during the winter. All-wheel drive gives you confidence in all-weather types and terrains. The Subaru Outback is always prepared to tackle your back road or off-road travels and can take on whatever inclement weather comes your way.
When you need a vehicle that has plenty of ground clearance and capability, both the Subaru Outback and the Jeep® Grand Cherokee could be a great choice. The Subaru Outback contains 8.7 inches of ground clearance, with the Subaru Outback Wilderness bringing the ground clearance up to 9.5 inches. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee includes ground clearance from 8.4 inches to 10.9 inches, depending on which trim level and suspension setup you choose.
In terms of capability, the Subaru Outback is prepared for any type of snow, gravel, back roads, or trails. The Outback Wilderness is highly capable of handling off-road travel, taking you wherever you'd like to go. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee is a heavy-duty SUV that can tackle rock crawling and off-road terrain. It also has a large towing capacity and a massive amount of power behind the wheel. If you're looking for an SUV that's ready for adventure while crushing long highway drives, the Subaru Outback is an ideal choice. If you want a more heavy-duty SUV, with several impressive powertrains, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee may be the right fit.
The Subaru Outback is significantly more efficient than the Jeep® Grand Cherokee. It offers up to 26 city/32 highway MPG ratings with the standard 2.5-liter engine. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee has up to 19 city/26 highway MPG in its standard 3.6-liter V6 engine. If you're searching for a practical, day-to-day driver, the Outback may be a better choice. If you need more power for your weekend travels, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee is ready to go.
Subaru vehicles tend to have lower costs when it comes to vehicle ownership. They typically have a low MSRP, come with less expensive insurance, and have low maintenance costs. They also maintain their value because of how reliable they are. Jeep® brand vehicles generally have a high depreciation rate, high price tags, and high maintenance costs.
The interiors of the Subaru Outback and Jeep® Grand Cherokee both offer plenty of room for five adults and your gear. If you need high cargo floors to make loading and unloading easier, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee is a higher and wider option. If you want something that's simple to load your groceries into, the Subaru Outback has a large amount of total cargo volume and floor length to hold your smaller gear.
Staying safe throughout your daily drive or weekend adventures is important. Both SUVs can be packed with the latest driver assist features, safety programs, and safety devices. The Subaru Outback, no matter the trim level, includes the standard Subaru EyeSight® technology, and the Jeep® Grand Cherokee can include several safety and driver assistance options.
If you're interested in trying out the new Subaru Outback, don't hesitate to stop by our Adventure Subaru dealership. You can also check out our new inventory to see our other new Subaru vehicles and learn more about the Subaru driving lifestyle and buying benefits. Contact us today with any questions.
The wagon-based Subaru Outback offers a lower profile for easier urban parking, a longer cargo floor, and extra passenger legroom. Conversely, the midsize Jeep® Grand Cherokee is taller, wider, and provides more overall interior room, making it bulkier to park but spacious for your crew.
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive comes standard on every single Subaru Outback trim to deliver winter driving confidence. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee only offers AWD as an available upgrade restricted to specific powertrains and upper tier models.
The Subaru Outback features 8.7 inches of ground clearance (9.5 inches on Wilderness), making it ideal for trails and snow. The heavy-duty Jeep® Grand Cherokee scales from 8.4 to 10.9 inches depending on the suspension, offering superior towing power and rock-crawling strength.
The Outback is highly efficient, hitting up to 26 city/32 highway MPG alongside a low MSRP, cheaper insurance, and strong resale value. The Grand Cherokee manages 19 city/26 highway MPG with its V6 engine and generally carries higher maintenance costs and steeper depreciation.
Both cabins comfortably seat five adults; however, the wider Jeep® Grand Cherokee features a higher cargo floor for easy reach. The Subaru Outback counters with a longer cargo floor length and generous overall cargo volume that is perfect for loading daily groceries.
Every Subaru Outback comes equipped with standard Subaru EyeSight® driver assistance technology across all trim levels. The Jeep® Grand Cherokee also protects occupants using various safety programs, but many driver-assist features are optional upgrades.
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