Comparison - Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock Convertible 2017 - vs - Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Supercharged 2018

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Jeep J8,Jeep TJL-J8

Also called:

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First Drive: 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Make: 
Average Price: 
32,179
Updated: 
30 Nov 2016
43,295
Updated: 
30 Jan 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2017
2018
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Manual
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
22.50gals
24.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#808488
Black Clear Coat
#000000
Bright White Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Firecracker Red Clear Coat
#B11726
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Hypergreen Clear Coat
#BFCF49
Rhino Clear Coat
#636569
Color: 
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#5C6467
Bright White Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
#13161F
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
#51111F
Rhino Clear Coat
#364656
Redline 2 Pearl Coat
#A20D00
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#000000
Walnut Brown Metallic

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2017 Jeep Wrangler is a unique off-roader bolstered by the freedom of open air driving. Its aging design is a throwback to the past, but it offers just enough contemporary features and modern amenities.
The Jeep Wrangler is a throwback to the brand's earliest days as a military supplier. Whether by chance or by design, the purpose-built off-roader has endured decades and has become one of Jeep's best-selling vehicles. Offered in Sport, Sport S, Sahara, and extreme off-road Rubicon models, the Wrangler combines an throwback design with a smattering of modern amenities.

Pros
It's the off-road champ
Unique style, unique everything
Strong, smooth V-6
Carlike touches in cabin

Cons
Rough ride
Poor handling on pavement
Steep prices for top editions
Very poor safety ratings
Fussy soft tops

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Jeep Wrangler ranks 14 out of 18 Compact SUVs. The 2017 Jeep Wrangler finishes near the bottom of our compact SUV rankings. The Wrangler is one of the most capable off-road SUVs out there, but class rivals are superior in pretty much every other area (fuel efficiency, interior comfort, available technology, and cargo space, to name a few).

Pros
Outstanding off-road capability
Standard part-time four-wheel drive
Powerful V6 engine

Cons
Uncomfortable ride and subpar handling on pavement
Cramped rear seats and few standard features
Poor fuel economy
More expensive than many rivals

By: 
usnews.com

For the 2017 Wrangler, Jeep has added new optional LED headlights and foglights, as well as a Cold Weather package that includes remote start, heated seats and all-weather floor mats.
Although it's behind the times as far as tech goes, the 2017 Jeep Wrangler is still one of the best go-anywhere, do-anything vehicles that money can buy. From the stripped-out Sport model all the way up to the hardcore Rubicon, there's a Jeep for every off-road scenario.

Pros
All but unstoppable on the trail
Unique rugged character
There's a Wrangler for a variety of tastes
Extensive factory and aftermarket parts support
Fun to drive in its own special way.

Cons
Crash test scores don't match more conventional vehicles
Long braking distances
On-road handling and overall comfort are lacking
Soft top is difficult to operate and offers little security
The latest safety and technology features are absent
Subpar fuel economy compared to most modern crossovers.

By: 
edmunds.com

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is the third Fiat Chrysler vehicle to have the unhinged supercharged V-8 stuffed under its hood, and it’s the quiet Hellcat next door. Not literally, of course—have you heard a blown Hemi V-8 at full whack?—but with standard all-wheel drive mitigating the engine’s tire-spinning proclivities, plus its under-the-radar looks, the Trackhawk can at least pass for an upstanding citizen.
With more traction than any Hellcat yet, the Trackhawk has quite a lot of poke despite its pork—the engine adds 259 pounds over the already heavy 475-hp Grand Cherokee SRT. Nonetheless, Jeep claims it can reach 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. That time is on par with the nearly 1000-pounds-lighter, automatic-equipped Dodge Hellcats we’ve tested. (The quickest was the Charger, which reached 60 mph in 3.4 seconds.) Per Jeep, the quarter-mile is expected to fly by in 11.6 seconds (at 116 mph!), and, with no electronic governor, the Trackhawk is said to surrender to atmospheric resistance at 180 mph.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
16.00mpg
18.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
21.00mpg
25.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Flexible-fuel vehicle (FFV)

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
v
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.60L
3.60L
Torque: 
260ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
260ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
Horsepower: 
285hp
at 6 400rpm
295hp
at 6 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.80Feet
37.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
no
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
184.90in
189.80in
Width: 
73.90in
76.50in
Height: 
74.40in
69.30in
Ground Clearance: 
10.00in
8.60in
Front Track: 
63.90in
Rear Track: 
64.10in
Wheel Base: 
116.00in
114.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.30
39.90
Rear Head Room: 
41.70
39.20
Front Leg Room: 
40.90in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
36.30in
38.60in
Front Hip Room: 
53.20in
57.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.80in
58.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
54.10in
56.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.80in
58.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
70.60cu.ft
68.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
6200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
31.50cu.ft
36.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
42.20degrees
25.70degrees
Angle of Departure: 
32.50degrees
27.10degrees
Curb Weight: 
4315.00lbs
4869.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
2 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
4 -way manuel passenger seat adjustment
6 -way manual driver seat adjustments
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium leather
8 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding with storage center armrest
Multi-Level Heating
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Air conditioning
Dual vanity mirrors
Cargo floor mats
Leather steering wheel
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Heated steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
Alpine premium brand speakers
552 watts stero output
1 subwoofer(s)
12 Months of provided satellite radio service
9 total speakers
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
Memory card slot
9 total speakers
8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Manual convertible roof
Privacy glass
Removable soft top
Variable intermittent wipers
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Rear window wiper
Roof rack
Rear defogger
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 x 7.5
18 X 8.0-In
Wheels more: 
Fullsize matching spare tire
Polished alloy wheels
Outside rear mounted spare tire
All terrain tires
Null spare wheel
Steel spare wheel
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
57
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Rear height adjustable headrests
MOPAR Electronic Vehicle Tracking System
Supplemental Front Seat Side Airbags
Post-collision safety system
Brake drying
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection
Emergency braking preparation
Rear height adjustable headrests

Options

Packages: 
Smoker's Group
Max Tow Package
Rubicon Hard Rock Quick Order Package 23J
Dual Top Group
Rubicon Hard Rock Quick Order Package 24J
Quick Order Package 2bj
Quick Order Package 28j
Trailhawk Luxury Group
Jeep Active Safety Group
Exterior Options: 
Oversize Spare Tire Carrier
Body Color Fender Flares
Body Color 3-Piece Hard Top
Swing Gate Reinforcement
3-Piece Black Hard Top
Front License Plate Bracket
Power Sunroof
Mopar Rock Rails
Interior Options: 
Freedom Top Hard Top Headliner
Air Conditioning w/Automatic Temperature Control
Radio 430N
Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
Rear DVD Entertainment Center
Single Disc Remote CD Player

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#1D1D1D
Black/Dark Saddle, leather
#8A6F5A
Color: 
Black, cloth
#1B1B1B
Black/Light Frost Beige, cloth
#978C7C