Chevrolet Tahoe vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe offered a diverse range of trims, each with distinct styling elements that set them apart. The base LS and popular LT trims featured different grille patterns, while the sporty RST trim boasted a slotted grille, blacked-out appearance, and 22-inch wheels. The rugged Z71 trim combined the LS grille with a blacked-out look, a redesigned front end for off-roading, red tow hooks, a skid plate, and unique 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. The upscale Premier trim adopted the RST’s slotted grille with chrome accents, and the luxurious High Country trim featured a chrome bar grille and bright-finished 22-inch wheels. The Tahoe's design was characterized by its dominant grille, standard LED headlights, and expressive taillights. The SUV's styling retained familiar themes, though it appeared more slab-sided compared to its predecessor. Larger wheels enhanced its appearance, and Chevrolet offered various wheel designs up to 22 inches in diameter.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe embraced Jeep's iconic design cues, including the seven-slot grille, which now featured active shutters for improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. The Grand Cherokee 4xe was available as a two-row, five-passenger SUV, with trims including the base 4xe, Trailhawk, Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve. The Overland trim, tested in silver with a black roof and 20-inch wheels, offered a comfortable and upscale interior with leather seats, wood and metal accents, and bronze contrast stitching. Despite the presence of hard plastics, the Grand Cherokee 4xe's interior felt comfortable and upscale. The vehicle's design incorporated gloss black materials, which, while prone to fingerprints and glare, added a sharp look when clean.

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe offered three engine options. The standard engine for most trims was a 5.3-litre V8, delivering 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The High Country trim featured an exclusive 6.2-litre V8, producing 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. A turbocharged 3.0-litre diesel inline six-cylinder engine, offering 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, was available for all trims except the Z71. The Tahoe's 10-speed automatic transmission powered the rear wheels, with four-wheel drive optional on base trims and standard on others. The Z71 trim included a two-speed transfer case, hill descent control, and off-road enhancements. The Tahoe could tow up to 3,810 kilograms and handle a payload of 831 kilograms. The major engineering change was the adoption of an independent rear suspension, improving ride quality and interior comfort. The Z71 impressed with its smooth ride, thanks to adaptive damping and air suspension upgrades. The 5.3-litre V8 and 10-speed transmission provided ample power and a satisfying V8 rumble. The Tahoe's handling was commendable, with suspension upgrades controlling body roll and motion.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe featured a plug-in hybrid powertrain, combining a 2.0-litre turbo inline four-cylinder engine with a 400-volt, 17-kWh battery pack. This setup delivered 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, surpassing the output of Jeep's 5.7-litre V8. The Grand Cherokee 4xe offered a total driving range of 719 kilometres, with a fuel economy rating of 4.2 litres-equivalent per 100 kilometres. The vehicle provided 42 kilometres of all-electric driving range. The Grand Cherokee 4xe featured an electronic front-axle disconnect to save fuel and E Select powertrain modes, including Hybrid, Electric, and eSave. Regenerative braking and Max Regen setting allowed for one-pedal driving. The Grand Cherokee 4xe offered two off-road 4x4 systems: Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II. The Trailhawk trim boasted 27.6 centimetres of ground clearance and a wading depth of 60 centimetres. The 4xe's towing capacity was 2,721 kilograms, less than the V6 and V8 models.

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe benefited from a new independent rear suspension, improving passenger comfort and cargo space. The test vehicle featured heated power-adjustable front seats and a heated steering wheel. The power sliding storage console was a recommended feature, providing a large storage tray and locking drawer. The second row offered a 3-person bench seat or individual captain’s chairs, with the latter option proving comfortable. The third-row seat was more spacious, accommodating adults comfortably. The Tahoe provided 722 litres of cargo space behind the rear seat, expanding to 2,056 litres with the seat folded, and a maximum of 3,480 litres. These figures were substantial improvements over the previous generation.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, unlike its gas-powered counterpart, was not available as an L model with a third row. However, it offered ample space for passengers in its existing seats. Folding the second row expanded cargo space from 1,067 litres to 2,004 litres. The Grand Cherokee 4xe provided sufficient head and legroom for passengers. The available air suspension allowed for quick height adjustments, aiding in loading and unloading. The vehicle's standard heated steering wheel was a welcome feature for colder climates.

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe featured a standard 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a new digital platform offering enhanced computing power, over-the-air updates, and cybersecurity protection. Standard features included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice recognition, and Chevrolet Connected Services. Navigation and Bose premium audio systems were available upgrades. The infotainment system was user-friendly, though main-menu shortcut icons were somewhat hard to use due to their recessed position. The voice-recognition system was impressive, and Bluetooth pairing was fast. The test vehicle included a Rear Seat Media system, though it lacked the available 15-inch head-up display.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe featured the Uconnect 5 infotainment system, an Android-powered interface with customization options. The My Pages feature allowed for personalized screen layouts. The Grand Cherokee 4xe included a standard 10.1-inch touchscreen front-passenger display and a 10.25-inch digital driver information display. A wireless charging pad and four USB ports were standard. Optional dual rear-seat entertainment screens ran Amazon’s Fire TV for Auto. The 19-speaker McIntosh stereo, available on the Overland trim and above, was highly praised for its audio quality.

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe came with standard safety features, including Teen Driver, rear-seat reminder, forward collision alert with pedestrian detection, and low-speed automatic emergency braking. Higher trims or options added lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, and rear pedestrian detection. Premier and High Country trims offered adaptive cruise control, high-speed automatic emergency braking, and a Safety Alert Seat. The Tahoe's driving-assistance features worked as expected, though the pedestrian alert could be distracting. A surround-view camera was recommended for maneuvering the large SUV. Crash-test results were not available at the time of review.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe offered standard safety features, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and Intersection Assist. Rear parking sensors were also standard. Blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert were available starting at the Overland trim. A 360-degree surround-view camera was standard on all trims except the Trailhawk. A hands-off driver assistance feature suite was announced but required additional hardware. The NHTSA awarded the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee an overall five-star safety rating, while IIHS results were pending.