Compare the2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee LVS 2022 BMW X2

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Environmental Friendliness
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Payload and Towing
Servicing Ease
Ergonomics
Economic Advantages
Recommendations

Safety

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For enhanced safety, the front and middle seat shoulder belts of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L are height-adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of driver and passenger heights. A better fit can prevent injuries and the increased comfort also encourages passengers to buckle up. The BMW X2 doesn’t offer height-adjustable seat belts.

In the past twenty years hundreds of infants and young children have died after being left in vehicles, usually by accident. When turning the vehicle off, drivers of the Grand Cherokee L are reminded to check the back seat if they opened the rear door before starting out. The X2 doesn’t offer a back seat reminder.

The Grand Cherokee L has standard Active Head Restraints, which use a specially designed headrest to protect the driver and front passenger from whiplash. During a rear-end collision, the Active Head Restraints system moves the headrests forward to prevent neck and spine injuries. The X2 doesn’t offer a whiplash protection system.

Over 200 people are killed each year when backed over by motor vehicles. The Grand Cherokee L has a standard backup collision prevention system that uses rear sensors to monitor and automatically apply the brakes to prevent a rear collision. The X2 doesn’t offer backup collision prevention brakes.

A passive infrared night vision system optional on the Grand Cherokee L Overland/Summit helps the driver to more easily detect people, animals or other objects in front of the vehicle at night. Using an infrared camera to detect heat, the system then displays the image on a monitor in the dashboard. The X2 doesn’t offer a night vision system.

The Grand Cherokee L (except Laredo) offers an optional 360-degree camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The X2 only offers a rear monitor and front and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the sides.

The Grand Cherokee L has a standard blind spot warning system which uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. A system to reveal vehicles in the X2’s blind spot costs extra.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the Grand Cherokee L has a standard rear cross-path warning system, which uses sensors in the rear bumper to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. Rear cross-path warning costs extra on the X2.

The Grand Cherokee L Summit’s driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The X2 doesn’t offer a driver alert monitor.

Compared to metal, the Grand Cherokee L’s plastic fuel tank can withstand harder, more intrusive impacts without leaking; this decreases the possibility of fire. The BMW X2 has a metal gas tank.

Both the Grand Cherokee L and the X2 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras and available all wheel drive.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L weighs 781 to 1760 pounds more than the BMW X2. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

Warranty

Jeep’s powertrain warranty covers the Grand Cherokee L 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than BMW covers the X2. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the X2 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are almost 7 times as many Jeep dealers as there are BMW dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Grand Cherokee L’s warranty.

Reliability

To reliably power the ignition and other systems and to recharge the battery, the Grand Cherokee L has a standard 160-amp alternator (180-amp - Grand Cherokee L optional and 240 optional). The X2’s 150-amp alternator isn’t as powerful.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2021 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Jeep vehicles are better in initial quality than BMW vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Jeep 8th in initial quality, above the industry average. With 17 more problems per 100 vehicles, BMW is ranked 20th, below the industry average.

Engine

The Grand Cherokee L’s standard 3.6 DOHC V6 produces 65 more horsepower (293 vs. 228) and 2 lbs.-ft. more torque (260 vs. 258) than the X2’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The Grand Cherokee L’s optional 5.7 V8 produces 56 more horsepower (357 vs. 301) and 59 lbs.-ft. more torque (390 vs. 331) than the X2 M35i’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder.

As tested in Motor Trend the Jeep Grand Cherokee L V8 is faster than the BMW X2 2.0:

	Grand Cherokee L	X2
Zero to 30 MPH	2 sec	2.4 sec
Zero to 60 MPH	6.1 sec	6.8 sec
Zero to 80 MPH	10.3 sec	11.7 sec
Passing 45 to 65 MPH	3.2 sec	3.8 sec
Quarter Mile	14.6 sec	15.2 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	94.5 MPH	91.1 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Grand Cherokee L V8’s fuel efficiency. The X2 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The Grand Cherokee L has 6.9 gallons more fuel capacity than the X2 (23 vs. 16.1 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Grand Cherokee L has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The X2 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

Environmental Friendliness

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Jeep Grand Cherokee L higher (5 to 7 out of 10) than the BMW X2 (3 to 7). This means the Grand Cherokee L produces up to 24.5 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the X2 every 15,000 miles.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the Grand Cherokee L’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the X2:

	Grand Cherokee L	X2
Front Rotors	13.9 inches	13 inches
Rear Rotors	13.8 inches	11.8 inches

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the Grand Cherokee L has larger standard tires than the X2 (265/60R18 vs. 225/50R18). The Grand Cherokee L Summit’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the X2 (275/45R21 vs. 225/50R18).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Grand Cherokee L Summit offers optional 21-inch wheels. The X2’s largest wheels are only 20-inches.

The Grand Cherokee L has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The X2 doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

The Grand Cherokee L offers an optional full size spare tire so a flat doesn’t interrupt your trip. A full size spare isn’t available on the X2; it requires you to depend on a temporary spare or run-flat tires, either of which has mileage and speed limitations.

Suspension and Handling

The Grand Cherokee L offers an optional automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The Grand Cherokee L’s height leveling suspension allows the driver to raise ride height for better off-road clearance and then lower it again for easier entering and exiting and better on-road handling. The X2 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Grand Cherokee L’s wheelbase is 16.6 inches longer than on the X2 (121.7 inches vs. 105.1 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the Grand Cherokee L is 3.6 inches wider in the front and 3.7 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the X2.

The Grand Cherokee L’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (50% to 50%) than the X2’s (57.2% to 42.8%). This gives the Grand Cherokee L more stable handling and braking.

For greater off-road capability the Grand Cherokee L Laredo/Limited has a 1.3 inches greater minimum ground clearance than the X2 (8.5 vs. 7.2 inches), allowing the Grand Cherokee L to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged. The Grand Cherokee L Overland/Summit’s minimum ground clearance is 3.7 inches higher than on the X2 (10.9 vs. 7.2 inches).

Chassis

The front grille of the Grand Cherokee L uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The X2 doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

The Grand Cherokee L uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies. The X2 doesn’t offer active noise cancellation.

Passenger Space

The Grand Cherokee L offers optional seating for 7 passengers; the X2 can only carry 5.

The Grand Cherokee L has 65 cubic feet more passenger volume than the X2 (159.1 vs. 94.1).

The Grand Cherokee L has .6 inches more front headroom, 1 inch more front legroom, 3.6 inches more front shoulder room, 2.9 inches more rear headroom, 2.7 inches more rear legroom and 4.1 inches more rear shoulder room than the X2.

Cargo Capacity

The Grand Cherokee L’s cargo area provides more volume than the X2.

	Grand Cherokee L	X2
Third Seat Folded	46.9 cubic feet	n/a
Third Seat Removed	n/a	21.6 cubic feet
Second Seat Folded	84.6 cubic feet	50.1 cubic feet

Pressing a button automatically lowers the Grand Cherokee L Overland/Summit’s second and third row seats, to make changing between passengers and cargo easier. The X2 doesn’t offer automatic folding second row seats.

Payload and Towing

The Grand Cherokee L has a 3500 lbs. towing capacity. The X2 has no towing capacity.

Standard Trailer Sway Control on the Grand Cherokee L uses the Electronic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The X2 doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

The Grand Cherokee L has a much higher standard payload capacity than the X2 (1370 vs. 915 lbs.).

The Grand Cherokee L has a much higher maximum payload capacity than the X2 (1400 vs. 946 lbs.).

Servicing Ease

The engine in the Grand Cherokee L is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the X2. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

Ergonomics

The Grand Cherokee L offers a remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The X2 doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the X2, the Grand Cherokee L Limited/Overland/Summit offers an optional passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position (with optional power wheel adjuster), outside mirror angle and radio stations and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The Grand Cherokee L Limited/Overland/Summit’s standard easy entry system raises the steering wheel and glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The X2 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The Grand Cherokee L’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The X2 has neither an oil pressure gauge nor a temperature gauge.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Grand Cherokee L has a standard rear fixed intermittent wiper with a full on position. The rear wiper standard on the X2 only has an intermittent setting, so in a hard rain visibility isn’t as good.

To shield the driver and front passenger’s vision over a larger portion of the windshield and side windows, the Grand Cherokee L has standard extendable sun visors. The X2 doesn’t offer extendable visors.

Both the Grand Cherokee L and the X2 offer optional heated front seats. The Grand Cherokee L Limited/Overland/Summit also has standard heated second row seats to keep those passengers extremely comfortable in the winter. Heated rear seats aren’t available in the X2.

Optional air conditioned the front and second row seats keep the Grand Cherokee L’s passengers comfortable and take the sting out of hot leather in summer. The X2 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

The Grand Cherokee L Overland Lux Tech/Summit has standard massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the X2.

The Grand Cherokee L offers an optional 115-volt a/c outlet on the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The X2 doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

Economic Advantages

Insurance will cost less for the Grand Cherokee L owner. The Complete Car Cost Guide estimates that insurance for the Grand Cherokee L will cost $1195 less than the X2 over a five-year period.

The Grand Cherokee L will cost the buyer less in the long run because of its superior resale value. The IntelliChoice estimates that the Grand Cherokee L will retain 46.83% to 95.09% of its original price after five years, while the X2 only retains 46.45% to 48.62%.

Recommendations

The Jeep Grand Cherokee outsold the BMW X2 by over 38 to one during the 2021 model year.

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