2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.

Jeep Grand Cherokee
Pictured: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4x4 in Bright White, Front Left, 01-16-2022. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV Laredo 4X4, 4dr SUV Limited 4X4, 4dr SUV Overland/Summit 4X4, Srt 4dr SUV
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl
Horsepower
295 hp
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Diesel, Regular Gasoline, Midgrade Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
25 combined · 22 city / 30 hwy
Length
189.8–191.3 in
Curb weight
4,676–5,150 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
10 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 28% better than the average 2018 standard SUV (19.5 MPG).
  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 20.4% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
  • 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 5). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a standard SUV offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl and 6.4L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 190 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,676 lb (4dr SUV Laredo 4X4).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 28% better than the 2018 standard SUV average of 19.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 855 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2018

  • New diesel version
  • Engines added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 6.2L 8-cyl
  • Best combined MPG up from 21 to 25
  • NHTSA overall rating down from 5 to 4 stars

Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Grand Cherokee →

Trims, performance & features

Engine295 hp3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission8-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats

Trims

LimitedLaredoOverland

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingOptional
Forward collision warningOptional
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Lane departure warningOptional
Lane keeping assistOptional
Adaptive cruise controlOptional
Parking assistOptional
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard

Built in: Detroit, Michigan

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2018 Grand Cherokee configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV Laredo 4X4189.8 in76.4 in69.3 in115 in63.8 / 64.2 in4,676 lb51/49
4dr SUV Limited 4X4189.8 in76.4 in69.3 in115 in63.8 / 64.2 in4,874 lb53/47
4dr SUV Overland/Summit 4X4189.8 in76.4 in69.3 in115 in63.8 / 64.2 in4,985 lb53/47
Srt 4dr SUV191.3 in77.2 in69.3 in115 in63.8 / 64.2 in5,150 lb53/47

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Grand Cherokee 2WD Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive22 / 30 / 25+28%$3,850408
Grand Cherokee 4WD Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24+28%$4,000432
Grand Cherokee 2WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 26 / 21+8%$3,200414
Grand Cherokee 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 21+12%$3,200427
Grand Cherokee 4WD5.7L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive14 / 22 / 17-9%$4,450533
Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD6.4L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive13 / 19 / 15-20%$5,500592
Grand Cherokee TrackHawk 4WD6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive11 / 17 / 13-30%$6,300664
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.5 MPG2018 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★20.4%
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★16.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD
Frontal crash test — 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD
Side crash test — 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2018 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (this car)25 MPG★★★★★10
2018 Toyota Land Cruiser15 MPGNot rated2
2018 Toyota 4Runner18 MPG★★★★★5
2018 Ford Explorer22 MPG★★★★★7
2018 Toyota Highlander29 MPG★★★★★4
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe24 MPG★★★★★5
2018 Kia Sorento24 MPG★★★★★3

Recalls (10)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module · Nov 7, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V838000 · 206,502 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Risk
A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 8, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V411000 · 80,629 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Jun 9, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V406000 · 138,645 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module · Jun 9, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V426000 · 206,502 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Risk
A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Fix
This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) · Nov 12, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V699000 · 28,884 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Risk
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W79.
Equipment › Accessory › Floor Mat · Oct 29, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V759000 · 4,822 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles. The driver's floor mat may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position.
Risk
If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB3.
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood · Aug 9, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · 12,779 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Electrical System › Software · May 17, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 4,815,661 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · May 1, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V280000 · 71 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Risk
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jan 11, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V048000 · 1,242 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate.
Risk
If the fuel line separates, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel line separation increases the risk of an engine compartment fire and injury.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U02.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

855Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
42Involved a crash
10Involved a fire
33Injuries reported
25,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System331
Unknown Or Other267
Engine125
Power Train72
Fuel/Propulsion System44
Seats40
Vehicle Speed Control37
Service Brakes, Hydraulic30
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 324/12: 725/01: 625/02: 325/03: 1025/04: 725/05: 725/06: 625/07: 1025/08: 1525/09: 725/10: 1125/11: 925/12: 726/01: 426/02: 726/03: 726/04: 526/05: 826/06: 726/07: 426/08: 1026/09: 326/10: 124/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 15

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 331 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Engine — 125 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Power Train — 72 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 25,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Grand Cherokee years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Grand Cherokee23–Not rated00
2026 Grand Cherokee23193.3 inNot rated655
2025 Grand Cherokee23193.3 in★★★★★5121
2024 Grand Cherokee23193.3 in★★★★★18315
2023 Grand Cherokee23204.7 inNot rated23597
2022 Grand Cherokee23204.7 inNot rated24491
2021 Grand Cherokee21189.8 in★★★★★16502
2020 Grand Cherokee21189.8 in★★★★★3241
2019 Grand Cherokee24189.8 in★★★★★7370
2017 Grand Cherokee21189.8 in★★★★★5364
2016 Grand Cherokee25189.8 inNot rated8311
2015 Grand Cherokee25189.8 inNot rated91,366

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →