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2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. GMC Acadia vs. Ford Explorer: Engine
Vehicle | 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited | 2018 GMC Acadia SLE-2 | 2018 Ford Explorer XLT |
Engine | 3.6L V6 | 2.5L I4 | 2.3L I4 |
Horsepower | 295 HP @ 6,400 RPM | 193 HP @ 6,300 RPM | 280 HP @ 5,600 RPM |
Torque | 260 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 RPM | 188 lb.-ft. @ 4,400 RPM | 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 RPM |
Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Drivetrain | 4WD | FWD | AWD |
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. GMC Acadia vs. Ford Explorer: Safety
- You’ll receive the exclusive Lock On Sync Tire Press Sensor only with the Grand Cherokee. The Acadia and Explorer come with a less impressive tire pressure monitoring system.
- Blind Spot Detection will be your second set of eyes. This is only available with the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
- The LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning Plus system is exclusive to the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. GMC Acadia vs. Ford Explorer: Interior
- The heated steering wheel is standard on the Grand Cherokee. This is optional with the Ford Explorer and unavailable on the Acadia.
- The power 8-way driver’s seat with memory is standard on the Grand Cherokee, but unavailable on the other two SUVs.
- Grand Cherokee backseat passengers can stay warm too with the heated rear seats. Again, this option is unavailable on the Acadia and Explorer.