The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranked #4 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 71 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Outstanding off-road chops Potent engine options Handsome, comfortable cabin User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Mixed crash test scores Less cargo space than most midsize SUVs
Jeep is here to help you out by stuffing a 707-hp supercharged V8 into the nose of the new Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. It's more performance-focused than the existing 475-hp SRT. Finally, the 7-inch touchscreen is now standard; the 8.4-inch screen remains optional.
PROS Plush interior with plentiful luxury and technology Enough off-road ability to conquer practically any trail Available V8 engines offer substantial power Impressive tow ratings for the class
CONS Limited cargo capacity compared to top rivals Firm ride quality may disappoint, even with air suspension
Under the skin it’s a true Jeep: a stout, off-road capable machine. That doesn’t mean it’s a chore to drive on-road; the big Jeep’s an easygoing, high-utility companion that can be had as an unpretentious workhorse, a leather-lined luxo-ute, or something in between.he Grand Cherokee offers a class-leading infotainment system, and the higher trim levels can be equipped with a host of active safety technologies including automated emergency braking.
Pros All-terrain confidence, multiplicity of models, fantastic infotainment interface.
Cons Thirsty gasoline engines, mediocre warranty coverage, not as spacious as rivals.
The heart of the new Cayenne E-Hybrid plug-in is its powertrain, which follows a now familiar recipe: Take the root model’s engine and transmission—in this case a turbo 3.0-liter V-6 from the Cayenne tuned to 335 horsepower—then add a big battery and an electric motor.
Pros A hybrid that tows 7716 pounds, smooth transitions from electric to gas and back.
Cons So nice that Porsche might become a company known more for hybrids than sports cars.
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne twists performance DNA with a strand of off-road talent, and bridges the gap between “Porsche” and “SUV” perfectly.
Pros Yes, performance; yes, SUV Smart interior ditches pounds of buttons All the custom touches Five adults fit, no problem
Cons Tech wizardry aside, still a big SUV Ride, steering can be too stiff Oh wow, check out the prices
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid ranked #1 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid has a score of 9.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent handling Lots of power Posh interior User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Short on cargo space High base price