2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee (15–25 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
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Overview
- Body class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 8-spd
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.0 L; 6-cyl, 3.6 L; 8-cyl, 6.4 L; 8-cyl, 5.7 L
- Fuel type
- Diesel, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline, Midgrade Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 15–25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200–$5,500
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$15,500 to −$4,000 more than average
- EPA scores
- Fuel economy 2–6/10 · GHG 2–5/10
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Diesel · 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | $4,000 | 432 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Diesel · Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,850 | 408 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 5.7 L · Midgrade Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,450 | 533 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 6.4 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 | 592 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | 427 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 | 413 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Diesel | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,850 | −$7,250 | 6 | 5 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 | −$4,000 | 5 | 5 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Diesel | 21 | 28 | 24 | $4,000 | −$8,000 | 5 | 5 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | −$4,000 | 5 | 5 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7 | Midgrade Gasoline | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,450 | −$10,250 | 3 | 3 |
| Grand Cherokee SRT8 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.4 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 | −$15,500 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
According to EPA data, the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated at 15–25 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee use?
It is offered with Diesel, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline, and Midgrade Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,200 to $5,500.
How much will the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$15,500 to −$4,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).