2024 Honda Pilot vs. 2024 Grand Cherokee

2024 Pilot vs. 2024 Grand Cherokee in Greenville, NC

If you're looking for a family-friendly vehicle with enough power for off-roading, the 2024 Honda Pilot and the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee are excellent options to consider. These midsize SUVs feature roomy interiors and are equipped for comfortable rides.

Both are good vehicles from reputable automakers with similar attributes but are still significantly different. If you want to learn more about the 2024 Honda Pilot or the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, this Honda vs. Jeep comparison of their performance, interior features, tech, and safety offerings should help you choose the better option for your needs.

Interior Comparison

The 2024 Pilot and the 2024 Grand Cherokee feature luxurious and well-appointed interiors. Buyers can have leather-trimmed seats on higher trims, while heated front seats are standard on both vehicles. However, the Pilot is more practical and family-friendly. Depending on the trim, the Pilot boasts up to eight cupholders that can hold large water bottles and 32-ounce cups. Charging your devices is also not a problem with available USB charging ports in each row.

Both midsize SUVs support Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth®* on all trims. If you and your family enjoy listening to music, you'll love the Pilot's standard seven-speaker audio system with subwoofer compared to the standard six-speaker audio of the Grand Cherokee. But you'll get a slightly bigger display on the Grand Cherokee's standard 8.4-inch touchscreen than the Pilot's 7-inch touchscreen.

In terms of passenger capacity, the Pilot wins as this three-row SUV can seat up to eight (seven with captain chairs). Meanwhile, the Grand Cherokee has two rows of seating and can only seat up to five passengers. If you want three rows of seating and captain’s chairs on the Grand Cherokee, you need to upgrade to the more expensive Grand Cherokee L model.

For cargo capacity, the 2024 Honda Pilot offers 19 cubic feet of space with all three rows of seating up compared to the Grand Cherokee’s 38 cubic feet. Both vehicles feature 60/40 folding rear seats to accommodate more cargo. The Pilot's seats are engineered for easy folding, making them more convenient. In this Pilot vs. Grand Cherokee interior matchup, the Pilot is better suited for your family.

Performance Comparison

The 2024 Honda Pilot comes with a V6 engine and a 10-speed automatic gearbox. In addition, the transmission provides a good balance between responsiveness and fuel efficiency.

If you want a Pilot in all-wheel drive, you can get the TrailSport trim. With the available factory enhancements, this trim model suits buyers who enjoy mild off-roading. The TrailSport features all-terrain tires and underbody skid plates to protect it against damage.

Meanwhile, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has two engine options: a 3.6-liter V6 and the 4xe plug-in hybrid. The latter consists of a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine, an electric motor, and a 14kW battery pack.

Both engines come with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Some trims have paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel for manual gear shifting.

The V6 engine in the base trim comes with a rear-wheel drive. All other Grand Cherokee models get a four-wheel drive. Jeep offers three four-wheel-drive systems for various off-road situations. Some trims feature air suspension, electronic locking differentials, and extra underbody protection.

Safety Features Comparison

Honda's Sensing® suite is standard in the 2024 Pilot range. All trims feature blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and rear cross-traffic alerts as standard equipment. Additionally, the new Pilot has a driver attention monitor, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers many of these safety features.

Find the 2024 Honda Pilot in Greenville, NC

If you need more space and passenger capacity, the 2024 Honda Pilot is the better choice. Its roomy and versatile cabin is ideal for the family whether you're shuttling kids to and from school or need a vehicle to carry your family on a weekend adventure. In addition, it has excellent safety features and a refined yet powerful powertrain.

Interested in test driving the 2024 Pilot? Schedule a visit to Barbour-Hendrick Honda Greenville. Our showroom in Greenville, NC, is open Monday to Saturday.

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