Dodge Durango vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L
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MSRP$39,990 | MSRP$41,535 |
Listings3055 | Listings1434 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 for Canada include standard heated front seats and heated steering wheel and some new colours (bringing the total colour palette to nine). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.2 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4750 lbs | Curb Weight4524 lbs |
Height72.1 in | Height71.5 in |
Length200.8 in | Length204.9 in |
Width85.5 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase119.8 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1400 lbs | Maximum Payload1370 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,990 | $41,535 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 for Canada include standard heated front seats and heated steering wheel and some new colours (bringing the total colour palette to nine). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. | The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.2 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4750 lbs | 4524 lbs |
Height | 72.1 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 204.9 in |
Width | 85.5 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1400 lbs | 1370 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6200 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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