2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

$36,495 · Crossover

$49,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the rugged capability of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the upscale style of the 2026 Range Rover Evoque can be tough when both aim for the premium crossover segment. The immediate hurdle is the $13,405 MSRP difference, with the Jeep starting at $36,495 versus the Evoque's $49,900. While the Jeep offers a more robust 293 horsepower to the Evoque's 246 hp, surprisingly, their combined fuel economy sits identically at 22 MPG, though the Jeep recommends regular unleaded while the Land Rover suggests premium. The Jeep is significantly larger at 193.5 inches long, compared to the Evoque's 172.1 inches, leading to a substantial advantage in utility with 37.7 cubic feet of cargo space against the Evoque's 21.4 cu ft. This comparison boils down to prioritizing brute utility and cost savings (Jeep) versus sophisticated compact luxury (Evoque).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The Evoque wins for commuters due to its smaller footprint (172.1 inches long) and slightly better city mileage (20 MPG) despite needing premium fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Grand Cherokee is the clear family winner, offering vastly superior cargo space at 37.7 cu ft compared to the Evoque's 21.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Enthusiasts looking for on-paper muscle will prefer the Grand Cherokee's higher output of 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep offers significantly more size and power for a staggering $13,405 less than the starting price of the Evoque.

Choose the Jeep Grand Cherokee if...

You need maximum utility, benefiting from 37.7 cu ft of cargo space, which is nearly 75% more than Car 2.
You prefer lower running costs by using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium.
You desire greater raw power, as the Grand Cherokee delivers 293 horsepower versus the Evoque's 246 hp.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You prioritize premium brand cachet and a more compact size (172.1 inches long) for easier city parking.
You prefer All-Wheel Drive capability standard over the Jeep's RWD base configuration.
You don't mind paying an extra $13,405 for a more luxurious aesthetic and slightly better highway MPG (27 MPG vs 26 MPG).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Grand Cherokee	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Length	193.5"	172.1"
Width	77.5"	-
Height	70.8"	64.9"
Wheelbase	116.7"	105.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.6 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	293 hp @ 6400 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	437.0/598.0 mi.	354.0/477.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.0 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	8.4 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	12
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	56.6 in.
Front Hip Room	57.4 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.2 in.	34.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.0 in.	55.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.3 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	17 x 6.5 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P245/70R17	R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

What is the true fuel economy difference between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2026 Range Rover Evoque?

Surprisingly, both vehicles share an identical combined EPA rating of 22 MPG. However, the Jeep achieves 26 highway MPG on regular unleaded, while the Evoque scrapes out 27 highway MPG but mandates the use of premium fuel for that efficiency.

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee significantly bigger than the Evoque?

Yes, the size difference is substantial for everyday hauling. The Jeep measures 193.5 inches in length, whereas the Evoque is 172.1 inches long, giving the Jeep a distinct advantage in passenger/cargo volume.

Why is the Range Rover Evoque so much more expensive?

The Evoque starts at an MSRP of $49,900, a $13,405 premium over the Jeep's $36,495 starting price. This cost difference reflects the Land Rover's focus on luxury branding and standard All-Wheel Drive versus the Jeep's base Rear Wheel Drive setup.

Which vehicle offers more power for passing maneuvers?

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the more powerful choice, boasting 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The 2026 Range Rover Evoque lags behind with 246 horsepower, although its torque rating is slightly higher at 269 lb-ft.

How does the cargo capacity compare for trips and groceries?

This is where the Jeep pulls far ahead; it offers 37.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats. In contrast, the compact Evoque provides only 21.4 cubic feet, making the Jeep much better suited for larger families or more extensive hauling needs.

Are the transmissions or drive types similar?

No, they differ. The Grand Cherokee comes standard with Rear Wheel Drive mated to an 8-speed automatic, while the Evoque features standard All-Wheel Drive coupled with a 9-speed automatic transmission.