Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Subaru Ascent (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$165
- Grand Cherokee L: 33 hp more, 9.0 cu ft more cargo.
- Ascent: 1 mpg better, 2 more seats.
- Each wins 4 of 12 measures.
- Price: about the same.
| Measure | Grand Cherokee L | Ascent | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,410 | $42,245 | About the same |
| Horsepower | 293 hp | 260 hp | Grand Cherokee L |
| Torque | 257 lb-ft to 260 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft | N/A |
| MPG combined | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | Ascent |
| Cargo, max | 84.6 cu ft | 75.6 cu ft | Grand Cherokee L |
| Cargo, seats up | 17.2 cu ft | 42.1 cu ft | Ascent |
| Rear legroom | 39.4 in | 38.6 in | Grand Cherokee L |
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | Ascent |
| Length | 204.9 in | 196.8 in | Not scored |
| Width | 77.5 in | 71.7 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 4,524 lb | 4,449 lb | Not scored |
| Towing | 6,200 lb | 5,000 lb | Grand Cherokee L |
| Seats | 6 | 8 | Ascent |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in | 8.7 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8 s estimate | 6.8 s estimate | About the same |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee L Laredo 4x2 $40,920 | Ascent Premium 7-Passenger AWD $40,795 | $125 |
| Ascent Premium AWD $40,795 | Grand Cherokee L Altitude 4x2 $40,920 | $125 |
Cost to run
About the same over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Grand Cherokee L | Ascent |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,410 | $42,245 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,829 | $1,745 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $10,971 | $10,473 |
| Total, 6 years | $53,381 | $52,718 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Grand Cherokee L wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About the same | |
| MPG | Ascent | 5% |
| Power | Grand Cherokee L | 11% |
| Space | Grand Cherokee L | 11% |
| Towing | Grand Cherokee L | 19% |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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