Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L V6 a better SUV than a Kia Telluride?

The ALL NEW Grand Cherokee L is here and Jeep has added a 3-row to the equation. On the outside you will find a total redesign of the sheetmetal, grill, wheels, and fascias. On the inside the interior has been brought up to a new level with leather seating, 10in infotainment system, digital dash, and night vision. Under the hood is a 3.6L V6 pumping out 290 HP & mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L V6 a better SUV than a Kia Telluride?
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[derek]

I don't see this being compared to the Telluride or Highlander anymore, Jeep has stepped it up to the Acura/Lexus luxury category. I think Jeep has done a wonderful job with this one. As an everyday driver the 3.6 L should be adequate. Good camera work Lori.

[deepthoughtswithjessica]

I purchased a GCL summit reserve after having looked at several vehicles, including Audis and Jags. The Jeep is nicer than most luxury vehicles. The infrared is an awesome safety feature and the McIntosh sound system is beyond amazing!🙌🏻

[jalen_]

I love how the GCL gives us a taste of the Wagoneer & Grand Wagoneer ! 
Can't wait for your next review on those two beast!!! 
Great Review!

[bbcoachSupermanBR]

Just leased an Altitude L and it’s been great.

[disrighthere]

11:51 that's 5 times faster than Uconnect 4? Still looks painfully slow.

[HAXMAN]

I’m seriously thinking of trading my XC90 for one of these. Two problems: The V6 is underpowered at this price and the V8 is low tech. I can’t find one with the middle bench seat. I don’t understand the infatuation with captain chairs in a midsize suv. If you have three kids it makes it nearly impossible to carry any cargo or my dogs.

[spyderlogan]

"Hanky Panky", "Keep Your Hands to Yourself"...Third row seat shout to hit songs...Well done.

[sgtrat]

Just bought almost this exact vehicle. I got the second row captain’s chairs though and access to the third row is very easy up the middle.

[adama]

Well-appointed SUV. Love the colour! Wouldn't mind one. Thanks, Joe. Thanks for all your video work, alright!

[Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

This is my dream vehicle! Terrific job Joe.

[mrmsc]

Joe- love the addition of a night ride.

[robdeutsch]

It would be really cool to see you start to test out the safety features, such as automatic breaking by putting some sort of box (something that wont damage the car) in the way and see if the vehicle will stop on its own. Also, if they come with self parking features, it would be neat to see you parallel park, or perpendicular park.

[dal]

Not gonna lie, I lost a bit of interest after you mentioned their asking price of 63 grand for this thing...

[Ali-fkcn]

Every time I see it I think “ Chrysler will soon shock the world with even a greater all new Durango” then I think “as long as they made the grand cherokee with 3 rows, may be there will not be a Durango any more”…
Your review is fantastic as always. Keep it up

[tragicdeyz]

I'm glad you mentioned how you felt about the 3.6 Joe. It's fine in my 4 door Wrangler but this has to be a load for it. A remarkable car though. I want one.

[trollwaffen]

Honestly really crazy how muxh new cars are getting

[trippyvapors]

I love that they keep the Jeep off-road capable for its size while incorporating some really nice tech. Really, really nice option in the segment.

[Irishmanbikes]

Good Review. I like the night driving with the night vision and ambient lighting. I would like to see more night driving to see the interiors of other cars and trucks and ambient lighting.

[DellyDoo]

I love how Jeep took advantage of a fully digital instrument cluster in that they incorporated some very cool features a digital display affords. Some of the lower end brands (e.g. Hyundai) did full digital, but it doesn't do anything other than look like a typical analog instrument cluster except digital. Except for the camera/turn signal feature. That's cool. The Jeep cluster is giving me Audi vibes with how well they're using full digital.

[mariowhyte]

Jeep is swinging for the fences with this one here!!! Thanks for bringing us this beast, Joe and Lori!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #Jeep #GrandCherokee_L