Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a popular SUV that features considerable power and agility. Whether in the city or adventuring off-road, this vehicle will get you there with prestige. If you're a driver in Clarks Summit, Dickson City, or Dalton, PA, you should know that Scranton Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram is here to walk you through every highlight of the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Read on for more info on the fuel efficiency of this venturesome vehicle.

MPG is More Than a Number

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG

MPG is typically listed in three sets: highway, city, and combined. Highway figures are higher, meaning more fuel-efficient. Hybrids are the exception to this rule. City driving means braking often; this uses up fuel and energy. When you drive on the highway, you are maintaining speed and therefore use less energy. Gas powers this energy. As such, drivers use more gas when driving in the city. Hybrids actually get better mileage in the city because of their regenerative braking ability. When you press the brakes in a hybrid, more energy goes to the battery.

Vehicle type also has an impact on the mpg rating. The size and bulk of SUVs and trucks, for instance, means that they typically have lower numbers. However, at an EPA-estimated 26 highway MPG rating, the Jeep Grand Cherokee fares better than most.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG

As expected, the MPG fluctuates based on the model. As for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will be able to choose from a handful of different engine options.

Standard is a 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine, which produces 295 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Along with giving the Grand Cherokee the ability to tow up to 6,200 pounds, this engine also helps it achieve a fuel economy of 19 city/26 highway MPG. Part of what helps it provide solid gas mileage is the Electronic Stop/Start Technology it features.

This is able to automatically shut off the engine when you are stopped so no fuel is wasted. As you go up in engine options or if you opt for an available AWD configuration, the MPG of the Grand Cherokee slightly varies. Even with one of the more powerful V8 engines that gives the Jeep Grand Cherokee the ability to tow up to 7,200 pounds, you’ll still get decent highway MPG.

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Saving Gas

Car maintenance and driving style will impact fuel efficiency as well. As an example, high-speed driving will yield a lower rating. The same applies to how fast you accelerate or slow down. It may surprise you to hear that having full tires and getting regular alignment can improve your car's fuel economy. Importantly, getting oil changes between every 3,000 to 5,000 miles will significantly impact your gas mileage and keep your engine happy.

Come See the Jeep Grand Cherokee

If you're in Clarks Summit, Dickson City, or Dalton, PA, visit Scranton DCJR today to learn more about the Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG and its other features and capabilities. Contact us now to schedule a test drive!

After driving off the lot with your new vehicle too, make sure to keep your car in its best condition and your gas mileage as low as possible by visiting our service department regularly.