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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV, rated at 21 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Combined MPG
21
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$39,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee
Model year2020
Vehicle classMidsize SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.6 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG19
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG21
CO₂ tailpipe414 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2950

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Grand Cherokee 2WD21 MPG combined
Grand Cherokee 4WD21 MPG combined
Grand Cherokee 4WD17 MPG combined
Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD15 MPG combined
Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 4WD13 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City19 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined21 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Grand Cherokee21 MPG
Class average25.6 MPG

About 18% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$687/mo
Amount financed
$35,100
Total interest
$6,106
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5-year fuel cost
$9,571

$1,914/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG21
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V191000 · 2020-09-10

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

    Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP22V406000 · 2022-06-09

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING23V411000 · 2023-06-08

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is EPA-rated at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway).

Is the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs roughly $1,914 per year to fuel, or about $9,571 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC