2025 Dodge Durango vs. 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Which Is Right for You?

The 2025 Dodge Durango and 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee are two standouts in the ultra-competitive SUV segment. Deciding which is right for you is all about seeing which, on balance, offers the best mix of features and capabilities that best caters to your specific needs.

2025 Dodge Durango vs. 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Which Is Right for You?

If you’re shopping for a three-row SUV with both family utility and power, the 2025 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee are two excellent and very different choices. At Five Star Clearfield CDJR (1238 S 2nd St, Clearfield, PA), we help drivers pick the model that aligns with their lifestyle, towing needs, and budget. Here’s how these two stack up.

Powertrain and Performance

The Dodge Durango certainly leans into the muscle car lineage of its badge, offering a range of powerful engine options. The standard offering is a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, which generates an impressive 295 hp. For unmatched power, Dodge offers optional V8 engines. The available 6.2-liter HEMI V8 on the SRT Hellcat, for instance, pushes the power output to a staggering 710 hp.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a more balanced approach to its lineup of powertrains. The standard V6 engine is comparable to the Durango’s base V6, generating a spirited 293 hp through a standard rear-wheel drive drivetrain.

Passenger Capacity and Seating

Space for passengers can be one of the key deciding factors when buying an SUV, particularly a family SUV. The Durango comes standard with three rows and offers configurations for comfortable seating for up to seven passengers, making it a great, practical choice for larger families or those who frequently carpool.

The standard offering of the Grand Cherokee is a two-row, five-seater, but Jeep does have you covered if you require a bit more space with three-row configurations of higher trims available. The Grand Cherokee L offers an extended-length body with three rows and seating for up to seven, comparable to the Dodge Durango.

Towing and Hauling

Towing is undoubtedly where the Durango excels, particularly in its higher-output trims. A properly equipped Dodge Durango with the Supercharged HEMI V8 engine boasts an incredible, class-leading maximum towing capacity of 8,700 lbs. Even a base-tier Durango with the standard 3.6-liter V6 is capable of towing up to 6,200 lbs.

Though the maximum towing capacity of the Grand Cherokee falls short of the Durango’s, the Jeep still offers robust towing capability. The standard V6 Grand Cherokee is comparable to the base-tier Durango, with a towing capacity of up to 6,200 lbs, meaning the standard configurations of both are formidable for the segment.

Offroading

As you’d expect from any Jeep, the Grand Cherokee excels off the beaten path. It’s engineered for legendary off-road capability, offering advanced 4×4 systems like the Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II, along with available technologies like:

• Selec-Terrain Traction Management System
• Quadra-Lift Air Suspension

The Durango does offer available all-wheel drive for improved all-weather traction, but as a Dodge, its design and performance are more focused on on-road muscle than off-road prowess.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Choose the Durango if you:

• Need three-row seating for family or groups.
• Tow heavy on a regular basis (especially with the V8 + tow package).
• Want a more performance-focused SUV.

Choose the Grand Cherokee if you:

• Prefer a more modern, efficient engine (especially with the 4xe).
• Don’t need as much passenger capacity, but value refinement.
• Appreciate strong off-road traction options and modern safety tech.

Q1: Which SUV is better for towing a trailer—Durango or Grand Cherokee?

• If you tow heavy regularly, the V8 Durango is your best bet.
• For moderate towing with efficiency, the Grand Cherokee 4xe is surprisingly capable.

Q2: Does the Grand Cherokee 4xe make sense for everyday driving?

• Yes — the hybrid system gives you strong torque, electric assist, and it’s ideal for commuting or occasional towing.

Q3: How does the three-row seating of the Durango feel?

• The third row is roomy for kids or occasional passengers. The Durango’s longer body helps with space, but if you regularly fill all seats, test it in person.

Q4: How reliable are these models?

Both are well-built. Jeeps have strong off-road heritage. For used Jeep or new Dodge models, come see us at Five Star Clearfield for a detailed inspection and history check.

Both the Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee make compelling choices for discerning SUV enthusiasts. Contact Five Star Clearfield CDJR in Clearfield, PA today and arrange a test drive to see which is best for you.

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