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Discovery vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
At a Glance: Discovery vs. Grand Cherokee
If you're looking for an SUV worthy of all the challenges you plan on throwing its direction, the Discovery and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are likely to be at the top of your list. Which one is better for your Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee, Florida adventures? Let us help you decide!
Our team at Land Rover of Orlando has placed these prominent SUVs side by side so you can narrow down your search to the one that’s right for you. Read through the following Discovery vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison to find out which one will be your on- and off-road companion.
DRIVETRAIN
All-Wheel | Rear-Wheel
Discovery vs Grand Cherokee
MAX. TOWING CAPACITY
8,200 lbs. | 7,200 lbs.
Discovery vs Grand Cherokee
TOUCHSCREEN SIZE
11.4 in. | 8.4 in.
Discovery vs Grand Cherokee
Discover the Difference for Yourself
Select a category below to learn more about how the Discovery compares to the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
INTERIOR
Although these are tough vehicles, you still have certain expectations of how that translates to your comfort and convenience. Let’s take a look inside each one’s cabin to see what they have in store.
Comfort and Then Some
It probably comes as no surprise that the takes the lead here. It comes standard with an 18-way driver’s seat with memory, which comes in handy when you’re sharing driving responsibilities. Meanwhile, the Jeep has a standard 8-way seat with available 16-way positioning.
To ensure everyone on board is comfortable regardless of time of day or the weather, the Discovery has standard 3-zone Climate Control. On the other hand, the Grand Cherokee offers dual-zone climate control, which caters solely to riders in the front row.
Cargo Room to Spare
Although both SUVs have a plethora of conveniences, when it comes to capability, the Discovery manages to pull ahead of the Grand Cherokee. The Discovery allows you to stow more during your drives with its maximum cargo volume of 74.3 cubic feet. The most the Jeep Grand Cherokee allows is 70.8 cubic feet.
One particularly convenient cargo-related feature that’s available in the Discovery but not the Grand Cherokee is the powered gesture tailgate. This feature makes loading objects into the vehicle a lot easier and acts as a handy platform when tailgating during sporting events or while at the campsite.
PERFORMANCE
To begin our exploration of the Discovery and the Jeep Grand Cherokee, we’ll take a peek under their hoods. Both adventurous SUVs are backed by power, providing a performance that’s ready for just about anything.
Powerful Performances
In the Discovery, you’ll have a robust 2.0L P300 engine, offering a reliable and hardy 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Though the Grand Cherokee comes close, it still falls a bit behind with its 3.6L engine, generating a max of 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
The Grand Cherokee comes with rear-wheel drive, which can result in a fun driving experience—provided that conditions are dry. Meanwhile, the Discovery comes standard with All Wheel Drive, ensuring you’ll have twice the grip and better performance in all types of weather and road conditions.
Towing Prowess
If you need a sport utility vehicle that can hold its own while towing, the Discovery has your back with a maximum towing capacity of 8,200 pounds. Here, the Jeep Grand Cherokee again falls short. The most it can tow is 7,200 pounds.
TECHNOLOGY
In this day and age, technology is an important element of the overall driving experience, especially when it comes to staying informed and in touch. Additionally, tech can help protect you and your passengers, whether your travels take you near or far.
Infotainment on the Go
Both models come standard with a variety of features that help you remain connected and entertained. Among their similar systems are smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
That being said, the Discovery has a standard Pivi Pro 11.4-inch touchscreen system and even includes standard wireless charging. The Grand Cherokee comes standard with an 8-4-inch touchscreen, a full three inches smaller than the Discovery. Although you can upgrade to the Jeep’s available 10.1-inch system, it’s still over a full inch smaller than the standard screen in the . Plus, wireless charging is only available with an upgrade.
Safety Comes Standard
Still, the most important technology is that which helps protect you and your most precious cargo. As such, and Jeep standardly equip their respective SUVs with brand-specific versions of the following safety systems:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keep Assist
- Emergency Braking
The Discovery takes it up a notch by providing numerous safety features that are only available options or on the highest trim levels of the Grand Cherokee. Among them are 3D Surround Camera, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Wade Sensing. So, if you want to head out with more confidence and no limitations, choose the Discovery.
Which One Will You Choose?
With its superior performance, convenience, capability, and technology features, the Discovery will greatly elevate your drives, no matter where you’re headed.
Would you like to get a closer look at these features and find out how the Discovery can contribute to your Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee, FL commutes? Reach out to our team at Land Rover of Orlando and schedule a test drive. We look forward to helping you get behind the wheel soon!
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