Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 1993 to 2027.
Grand Cherokee MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 204 configurations of the Grand Cherokee across gas, plug-in hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee L 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | View |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | View |
| Grand Cherokee 4xePlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 23 | 24 | 23 | View |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | View |
| Grand Cherokee L 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 20 | 25 | 22 | View |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 20 | 25 | 22 | View |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | View |
| Grand Cherokee L 2WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | View |
| Grand Cherokee L 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
Grand Cherokee MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Grand Cherokee configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Grand Cherokee Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Grand Cherokee.
- 2007: The top combined rating rises to 20 MPG, up from 17 MPG the year before.
- 2014: The top combined rating rises to 25 MPG, up from 19 MPG the year before.
- 2018: The top combined rating rises to 25 MPG, up from 21 MPG the year before.
- 2022: A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 23 MPG combined when running on gas alone.
How the Grand Cherokee Compares
The EPA rated 55 full-size SUVs for 2026. The best Grand Cherokee version, at 23 MPG combined, ties for 13th with 7 other models of 55. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 37 MPG, with a median of 21. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 37 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 36 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG |
| 4 | Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus TX | 27 MPG |
| 13 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG |
What Does a Grand Cherokee Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Grand Cherokee, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Grand Cherokee MPG Questions
Which Grand Cherokee year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2014 to 2016 and 2018 Grand Cherokee 2WD holds the top EPA rating at 25 MPG combined (22 city, 30 highway). Among 2026 models, the Grand Cherokee L 2WD is rated at 23 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Grand Cherokee?
The 2014 to 2016 and 2018 Grand Cherokee 2WD with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and rear-wheel drive is rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city, 30 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Grand Cherokee?
Yes. The 2026 Grand Cherokee lineup includes 8 gas-only versions, rated 21 to 23 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt Grand Cherokee fuel economy?
A little. On the 2027 Grand Cherokee, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 23 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 22 MPG.
Why doesn't my Grand Cherokee match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 204 ratings for the Grand Cherokee from 1993 to 2027, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov