Introduction
The Dodge Durango is a mid-size crossover SUV currently in its third generation of production. It is one of three vehicles from Dodge and their only SUV featuring three rows. The Jeep Grand Cherokee, also a mid-size crossover SUV, is now in its fifth generation, and since 2021, it has been designed to accommodate three rows of passengers.
Both the Durango and Grand Cherokee have shared the same platform since 2011 and are assembled in Michigan. Choosing between two of the best three-row SUVs available to bring everyone along for the journey is easy with Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Our team of experts knows every make and model we sell inside and out, including both the new 2025 Dodge Durango and the new 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Read on for a side-by-side comparison of the Durango and the Grand Cherokee, then decide which dream ride you want to take home.
Key Takeaways
- The new 2025 Dodge Durango models have a powerful V8 engine.
- The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available in two-row and three-row body styles.
- The 2025 Dodge Durango lineup includes the SRT Hellcat Hammerhead, SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet and SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey.
What’s the difference between the 2025 Dodge Durango and the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Although the new 2025 Dodge Durango and 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee share the same platform, the Durango is larger, has a longer wheelbase, and offers more cargo space.
Both model lineups feature multiple trims with impressive features, technology, and enhanced performance capabilities.
However, the Dodge Durango's exterior body style is more rugged and muscular compared to the Grand Cherokee’s refined off-road appearance. The key difference in body style is that the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers two-row and three-row options, whereas all Durango models are three-row vehicles with seating for seven passengers.
Another key difference between these two mid-size SUVs is that a V8 engine powers the 2025 Dodge Durango models, and the Grand Cherokee has a V6 engine.
Does the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee come with the Hurricane engine?
The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is not one of the vehicles that has the Hurricane engine. Check out the new Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer for Stellantis models powered by the Hurricane 3.0L twin-turbo inline-six engine.
Which mid-size crossover SUV is right for me?
Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram offers the new 2025 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee models, along with a selection of new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicles.
Choose the new 2025 Dodge Durango from one of ten trims, featuring a high-performance V8 engine, advanced safety technology, and a spacious interior with three rows of seating for seven passengers. Select from the GT, GT Plus, RT, RT Plus, RT Premium, RT 20th Anniversary Premium, RT 20th Anniversary Plus, SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey, SRT Hellcat Hammerhead, or SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet, and experience the thrill of being behind the wheel of the Dodge Durango, one of the most exciting SUVs on the road.
The new Dodge Durango models also feature intuitive technology with sensors and cameras that enhance safety and security so you feel protected both on and off the road.
Choose the new 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee, engineered for adventure, off-road capability, and flexible seating options with nine trims, each available in two-row and three-row body style options. From the base model Laredo A to the top of the line Summit Reserve, the Jeep brand withstands the test of time and remains a recognizable symbol of enduring reliability and excellence. As an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 2024 Top Safety Pick, you know you and your family are in good hands on the road.
Classic, Reputable, Reliable
The 2025 Dodge Durango and the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee models are impeccably designed for comfort and capability beyond your wildest dreams. Whether you want the muscle car or the classic sporty 4x4, Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram has the SUV you have been shopping for.
Head to Thunder in Bartow, where shopping for new and used vehicles means exemplary customer service. From our experts who know every model inside and out to our team of financial specialists, Thunder is your car-buying superpower. Save yourself time and money, then drive home in the car of your dreams.