2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG
EPA ratings for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee run from 12–17 mpg in town to 18–23 on the highway, or 14–19 combined, depending on which of its 5 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 19 mpg combined. At the other end, the 6.4-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive manages 14 mpg combined, 5 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2012 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 464 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 479 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Midgrade · 558 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 20 | 15 | Midgrade · 589 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee SRT8 | 6.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Premium · 616 g CO₂/mi |
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs about $3,440 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (19 mpg combined), or roughly 23 cents a mile.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.6 L 6-cyl, 5.7 L 8-cyl and 6.4 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Standard Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L | 6 | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 5.7 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 6.4 L | 8 | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 805 owner complaints about the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (34% of component mentions), followed by service brakes (13%) and engine (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 57 complaints a year: fewer than the 2012 (109 a year) and the 2014 (182 a year).
That ranks 10th of 17 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 805, 23 mention a crash, 27 a fire and 26 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 378 | 34% |
| Service brakes | 141 | 13% |
| Engine | 106 | 9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 105 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 59 | 5% |
| Seats | 57 | 5% |
| Power train | 55 | 5% |
| Air bags | 33 | 3% |
| Steering | 26 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 23 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 2% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 13 | 1% |
| Structure | 12 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 11 | <1% |
| Tires | 11 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 10 | <1% |
| Suspension | 8 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | <1% |
| Wheels | 8 | <1% |
| Visibility | 7 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 6 | <1% |
| Equipment | 5 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | <1% |
| Interior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. …
Brought my 2013 Jeep grand Cherokee in for braking issues, was told abs module has failed. Dealership/Mopar does not have a replacement part for the module and no aftermarket support is available. …
My 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar v6 has a persistent cylinder 2 misfire (P0302). The cylinder 2 spark plug, ignition coil, and fuel injector have already been replaced, but the misfire continues. …
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been the subject of 9 recall campaigns, plus 1 recall of replacement equipment made for it.
The most recent, campaign 19V813000 from November 2019, concerns electrical system.
Electrical system accounts for 6 of the 10 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Grand Cherokee years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V813000 | November 14, 2019 | Electrical system | 2011–2013 |
| 17E061000 | October 19, 2017 | Engine and engine cooling (equipment) | 2012–2017 |
| 17V572000 | September 18, 2017 | Service brakes, Hydraulic service brakes | 2011–2014 |
| 17V435000 | July 10, 2017 | Electrical system | 2012–2014 |
| 15V879000 | December 28, 2015 | Interior lighting, Electrical system | 2011–2013 |
| 15V115000 | February 27, 2015 | Electrical system | 2012–2013 |
| 14V634000 | October 8, 2014 | Electrical system | 2012–2014 |
| 14V391000 | July 2, 2014 | Electrical system | 2011–2014 |
| 14V154000 | April 1, 2014 | Service brakes, Hydraulic service brakes | 2011–2014 |
| 14V104000 | March 4, 2014 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2012–2013 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Jeep Grand Cherokees can be compared fairly. Among other 2013 models in the EPA's standard sport utility vehicle class, the 2013 Ford Explorer (23 mpg) comes closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18 | 118 | 6.9 | 5 |
| 2011 | 18 | 1,641 | 102 | 6 |
| 2012 | 19 | 1,644 | 109 | 11 |
| 2013 | 19 | 805 | 57 | 10 |
| 2014 | 25 | 2,383 | 182 | 19 |
| 2015 | 25 | 1,367 | 113 | 10 |
| 2016 | 25 | 311 | 28 | 9 |
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Grand Cherokee a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 57 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (10th most of 17 model years), 9 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 19 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2013 Grand Cherokee problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (378), service brakes (141) and engine (106). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2013 Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns and 1 replacement-equipment recall. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Grand Cherokee get?
The EPA rates the versions at 14–19 mpg combined (12–17 city, 18–23 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Grand Cherokee per year?
About $3,440 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).