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Ford Everest vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Comparison
Ford Everest
Jeep Grand Cherokee
2024 Ford
Everest
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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.3
7.4
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Based on the Ford Everest SPORT (4WD)
Based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee SUMMIT RESERVE 4xe PHEV (4x4)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
Towing
Fuel Efficiency
80L
568 to 680 km
72L - 93L
230 to 1562 km
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$54,240 - $81,115
$60,450 - $140,450
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Refined drive despite off-road focus
- Torquey V6 remains a segment standout
- Improved interior technology since launch
Misses
- Service pricing is up
- Feels ute-based inside, despite the price
- Missing equipment that should be standard
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A PHEV that can tow and go off-road
- Doesn't lack power or torque
- Luxurious interior, imposing exterior
Misses
- Overly steep list pricing
- EV range and hybrid efficiency
- Rear seat toe room
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Prestige Paint (+$700)
- Touring Pack (+$2,500)
- Tow Pack (+$1,900)
- Premium Paint (+$1,295)
Colours Available
The 2024 Ford Everest is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Shadow Black
- Aluminium
- Arctic White
- Meteor Grey
- Sedona Orange
- Equinox Bronze
- Blue Lightning (Sport only)
All paint colours except for Arctic White are prestige paint colours and cost an additional $700.
Bright White is standard, while premium paint is a $1750 option across the range. The following finishes are available:
- Silver Zynith
- Baltic Grey
- Diamond Black
- Rocky Mountain
- Midnight Sky
- Hydro Blue
- Velvet Red
Comparison
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Reviews
8.3
2024 Ford Everest Sport 4x4 review
The Ford Everest remains a winner in the world of ute-based four-wheel drives, but stronger competition is on the way.
Scott Collie
7.4
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee review
The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV brings electrification to an off-road icon, but its push upmarket leaves it with an uphill battle to fight.
Mike Costello
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Specs
Type | ||
BI TURBO CDI, TURBO CDI | DIESEL TURBO F/INJ, SEQUENTIAL MPORT EFI, SUPERCHARGED MPFI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1996 - 2990 | 1995 - 6424 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 3.0L | 3.0L, 3.6L, 6.2L, 5.7L, 2.0L, 6.4L | |
Induction | ||
BI TURBO DIESEL 4, DIESEL TURBO V6 | DIESEL TURBO V6, V6, SUPERCHARGED V8, V8 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, OVERHEAD VALVE | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 - 24 | 16 - 24 | |
Power | ||
154kW - 184kW | 184kW - 522kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3250 - 3750 | 4000 - 6400 | |
Torque | ||
500Nm - 600Nm | 344Nm - 868Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1750 | 1800 - 4800 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
16 | 9.5 - 16.5 |