Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Price Comparison
TrueDelta features the Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and
features comparison between the Ford Explorer and Jeep Grand Cherokee. Including:
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Price/Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- Specs Comparison
- What Our Members Are Saying
More about the
Ford Explorer
More about the
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Calculate Payments
Summary
|
For the Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Explorer vs. Grand Cherokee Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Explorer and Grand Cherokee will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland's price is $3,920 lower than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,920 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,986 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Overland |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L | AWD w/4L | AWD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 16/23 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 506, 10 | 506, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-18 | 245/65-17 | 265/60-18 | 265/50-20 |
| Total Price | 42,100 | 42,120 | 42,255 | 45,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,890 | -7,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 42,100 | 42,120 | 38,365 | 38,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 20 | 185 | 0 |
| Total Invoice | 37,869 | 37,978 | 39,806 | 43,007 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,665 | -7,124 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 37,869 | 37,978 | 36,141 | 35,883 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 109 | 258 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
Price Comparison (MSRP): Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand CherokeeThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: 155 | ||||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: 1,937 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Overland |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 30,200 | 32,515 | 36,795 | 39,895 |
| Base Invoice | 27,518 | 29,578 | 34,724 | 37,545 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 595 | |||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 150 | 150 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | 1,440 | 1,440 |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,225 | 2,225 | ||
| Trailer Tow Group | 595 | |||
| AWD w/low range | 2,500 | 3,500 | ||
| Luxury Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 0 | 0 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 0 | 0 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Cargo cover | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 0 | 0 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,282 | 1,282 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | 0 | ||
| Trailer Tow Group | 530 | 0 | ||
| AWD w/low range | 2,345 | 3,255 | ||
| Total options | 11,255 | 8,960 | 4,535 | 4,940 |
| Total options | 9,706 | 7,755 | 4,157 | 4,537 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | 42,100 | 42,120 | 42,255 | 45,760 |
| Total Invoice | 37,869 | 37,978 | 39,806 | 43,007 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Overland |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | ||
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $100 | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | $25 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | |||
| Media drive, large | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | $50 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Laminated side glass | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1500 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1250 | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | $700 | $700 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,525 | $5,525 | $9,415 | $13,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $3,890 | $7,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -3,665 | -7,124 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Cherokee |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 189.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 69.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power height, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 30% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Limited
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Limited
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Trailer Tow Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | 200 | No |
| Full-size spare tire | 150 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 81% |
Option Package Details
Overland
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1250 | No |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| AWD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Full-size spare tire | 150 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 2150 | 93% |
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer price quotes or Jeep Grand Cherokee price quotes from dealers using our car quote form. You can also request quotes from our partner PriceQuotes.com in the sidebar and motivate dealers to compete for your business by offering the lowest possible price. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
Lots of car for the money. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle. |
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Jeep Grand Cherokee
| Price of the Jeep Grand Cherokee: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great value for as many features |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Due to high gas prices, Chrysler is offering great incentives on their SUVs. I was able to purchase for almost $10,000 less then MSRP. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Because of horribale depreciation, I got a 2005 Jeep with low miles very cheap. |
| Price of the Jeep Grand Cherokee: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 330-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The Overland is very expensive considering the 2007 warranty lasts only a year!!!!!!! Yes, BIG downer---and the aftermarket warranty has some self-serving aspects like not paying for repairs that go bad. Previous Jeeps had a great warranty. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not enough options for the price. too generic. not enough interior options style |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
too pricy for options included |
