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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (380 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (85600 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Grand Cherokee or VW Passat?

Jeep Grand Cherokee

VW Passat

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Grand Cherokee

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Passat has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49166 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Jeep Grand Cherokee with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat performs convincingly better – achieving up to 135 km, about 90 km more than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Passat

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a evident edge – offering 380 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 6.30 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Grand Cherokee pulls noticeable stronger with 637 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 237 Nm difference.

Grand Cherokee

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Passat is clearly lighter – 1573 kg compared to 2434 kg. The difference is around 861 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Grand Cherokee performs slight better – up to 2004 L, which is about 84 L more than the VW Passat.

When it comes to payload, Jeep Grand Cherokee slight takes the win – 641 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Jeep Grand Cherokee
VW Passat

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Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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VW Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
85600 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.90 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
45 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
65 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
72 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2434 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4914 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1968 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1858 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
2004 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
641 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
380 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
637 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
280 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.