2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport Comparison


Shoppers in the market for a midsize SUV have tons of options. Drivers craving a little extra off-road capability with a rugged attitude to match should have the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Land Rover Discovery Sport on their short list of must-test-drive SUVs. They both achieve a balance of luxury and capability that’s hard to match.

Let’s take a closer look at these two accomplished SUVs and see which is right for you.

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been a trusted family SUV for decades. It was one of the first SUVs to truly achieve the balance of on-road comfort and off-road capability that the average American can live with, and it continues that reputation in 2025. With a diverse model range, the off-road chops you expect, and the luxury you might not expect, the Grand Cherokee has a lot to offer. Pricing starts at $38,290.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Highlights

PHEV option: The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is one of America’s best-selling plug-in hybrid vehicles. It takes everything we love about the Grand Cherokee and adds a hybrid powertrain with an all-electric range of 25 miles on a full charge.

More affordable: The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a significantly lower starting price than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, making it within reach for a wider range of buyers. However, the upper trims of the Jeep can get as nice or nicer than its Land Rover rival while still being competitively priced.

Luxurious upper trims: Although the Jeep brand isn’t as associated with luxury as Land Rover, reaching the top Summit Reserve trim of the Grand Cherokee gets you features like Palermo leather seats, a panoramic sunroof, Quadra-Lift suspension, and a McIntosh 19-speaker audio system that’s one of the best we’ve ever tested.

Read our Jeep Grand Cherokee Expert Review or see 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee models for sale near you.

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The 2024 Discovery Sport from a front quarter angleThe 2024 Discovery Sport from a front quarter angle

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It’s priced like a luxury SUV, but the Land Rover Discovery Sport is one of the more affordable options in the Land Rover lineup. It’s a practical choice with available 3-row seating, standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and all the comfort, tech, and capability you expect from a Land Rover. Pricing starts at $50,175.

Land Rover Discovery Sport Highlights

Premium cabin: The Jeep Grand Cherokee requires upgrading to a higher trim to turn it into a premium vehicle, but every Land Rover Discovery Sport is an authentic luxury SUV full of advanced technology and high-end materials. Also, there’s something to be said of the brand panache of Land Rover versus Jeep.

Standard AWD: We’re surprised that rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard and all-wheel drive is optional on the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a capable off-roader in every trim, thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive system, which makes it ready for snowy roads, rocky trails, or anything in between.

Off-road tech: All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC) and Terrain Response 2 come standard in every Land Rover Discovery Sport. ATPC is a low-speed cruise control for off-road driving, and Terrain Response 2 automatically adapts the SUV’s settings based on the terrain under the driver’s inputs.

Read our Land Rover Discovery Sport Expert Review or see 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport models for sale near you.

Similarities

The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Land Rover Discovery Sport are both on the more rugged side of midsize SUVs with impressive off-road chops and upscale interiors. When properly equipped, the luxury and capability of the Grand Cherokee are on par with the Discovery Sport. Also, they both have optional 3-row seating.

Conclusion

Most drivers will be better served by the Jeep Grand Cherokee. We love its diverse model range comprising the 2-row Grand Cherokee, 3-row Grand Cherokee L, and plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe; with so many trims and options, there’s a Grand Cherokee for everyone. The Land Rover Discovery Sport plays the Land Rover role well as a capable luxury SUV that’s also practical; however, high levels of luxury and capability are available in the Jeep, too.

New 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Prices

New 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport Prices

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors.
The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for vehicles and vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership.
These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport
Popular Powertrains
Engine 3.6-liter V6 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder
Horsepower 293 @ 6,400 rpm 246 @ 5,500 rpm
Torque 257 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm 269 lb-ft @ 1,300-4,500 rpm
Transmission 8-speed automatic/RWD 9-speed automatic/AWD
Fuel Economy 19 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg 19 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg
Also Available AWD, 4-cylinder PHEV
Specs
Basic Warranty 3 Years/36,000 Miles 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Powertrain Warranty 5 Years/60,000 Miles 4 Years/50,000 Miles
NHTSA Overall Safety 5 stars Not rated
Max Seating Capacity 7 7
Wheelbase 116.7 inches 107.9 inches
Overall Length 193.5 inches 181.0 inches
Width 77.5 inches 75.0 inches
Height 70.8 inches 68.0 inches
Turning Diameter 38 feet 38.7 feet
Headroom, Front 39.9 inches 40.2 inches
Headroom, Rear 39.4 inches 38.7 inches
Legroom, Front 41.3 inches 39.1 inches
Legroom, Rear 38.2 inches 38.1 inches
Shoulder Room, Front 59.2 inches 57.3 inches
Shoulder Room, Rear 58.0 inches 55.9 inches
Cargo Volume 37.7/70.8 cubic feet 32.2/60.0 cubic feet

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