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2024 GMC Acadia vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Detailed Comparison
In the arena of mid-size SUVs, the 2024 GMC Acadia and Jeep Grand Cherokee step into the spotlight, each bringing its own set of strengths. The GMC Acadia, showcases a significant size increase, featuring a spacious interior and an impressive 15.0-inch vertical touchscreen as standard. With both front-wheel and all-wheel drive options, the Acadia aims to be a compelling contender in the mid-size SUV segment. Meanwhile, Jeep, presents the 2024 Grand Cherokee, designed to excel on paved roads while retaining its adventurous spirit. It offers a V-6 engine in most models, with a plug-in-hybrid 4xe system available and standard on the Trailhawk variant. Jeep’s Grand Cherokee lineup includes a variety of trims, from the minimalistic Laredo to the opulent Summit Reserve.
2024 GMC Acadia
Interior and Features
Inside of the 2024 GMC Acadia, it has improved, but it still lacks true luxury. In contrast to its predecessor, it provides a more affluent atmosphere. The dashboard features a large 15.0-inch touchscreen that dominates and an 11.0-inch digital gauge cluster. The Google-based infotainment system, offering customizable interfaces and a wide range of downloadable apps are as standard. Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, bicycle and pedestrian recognition are among the suite of standard driver aid systems. The Acadia now gets Super Cruise, on Elevation and AT4 grades, in addition to up to nine outside camera views being offered.
Engine and Performance
The 2024 GMC Acadia features a streamlined engine range with a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine as standard, replacing the prior choices. This engine produces a strong 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque. The Acadia comes with a front-wheel drive standard and an optional all-wheel drive system. The Acadia is now capable of towing 5,000 pounds, which makes it perfect for a range of trips.
Pricing
The price of the 2024 GMC Acadia has not yet been determined. GMC plans to make it public closer to the SUV’s anticipated early 2019 introduction. If we were to hazard a guess, the base Elevation trim may start at little around $40,000, while the luxurious Denali model might go above $50,000. It’s crucial to keep in mind that the 2023 GMC Acadia’s base SLE model cost $36,800, the AT4 began at $43,400, and the top-tier Denali cost $48,600, all prices exclusive of destination fees.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Interior and Features
The outgoing Grand Cherokee’s somewhat dated interior gets replaced with a thoroughly modernized cabin. While the base Laredo models offer the essentials, upscale Summit and Overland trims elevate the experience with luxuries like quilted leather upholstery, open-pore wood trim, and high-tech digital displays. The dashboard features a floating 8.4- or 10.1-inch touchscreen with standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SiriusXM satellite radio. Optional features include in-dash navigation, a digital gauge cluster, a 10.0-inch head-up display, and an additional 10.3-inch display for the front-seat passenger. Stereo options range from a standard six-speaker setup to a nine-speaker Alpine system or a premium 19-speaker McIntosh arrangement.
Engine and Performance
The Grand Cherokee offers two powertrain options. The first is a 293-hp 3.6-liter V-6, while the second is the plug-in-hybrid 4xe setup, combining a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and an electric motor for a robust 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, powered by a 14.0-kWh battery pack. While the base V-6 model comes with rear-wheel drive, the plug-in hybrid version includes all-wheel drive as standard. There are various all-wheel-drive systems available, including one with an electronically locking limited-slip differential. The quickest Grand Cherokee is the 4xe, sprinting from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and covering a quarter-mile in 13.9 seconds at 100 mph. In contrast, a V-6-powered Summit test vehicle achieved a respectable 7.4-second 0-60 mph time.
Pricing
The pricing for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup remains consistent, starting at $40,130 for the standard model, with the Grand Cherokee L commencing at $42,130, and the Grand Cherokee 4xe maintaining its $60,460 price point. However, there’s a slight reduction in the cost of the range-topping Summit Reserve 4xe, going from $78,420 to $77,825 for a $595 savings. Interestingly, the configurator indicates a starting price of $39,535, which appears to deviate from the official pricing details.