2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG
EPA ratings for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee run from 11–21 mpg in town to 17–28 on the highway, or 13–24 combined, depending on which of its 6 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 3.0-liter turbo 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, at 24 mpg combined. At the other end, the 6.2-liter supercharged 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive manages 13 mpg combined, 11 mpg less. That is 1 mpg lower than the best gasoline 2018 version (25 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Diesel · 432 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular · 414 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular · 427 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | Midgrade · 533 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD | 6.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Premium · 592 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl supercharged | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 11 | 17 | 13 | Premium · 664 g CO₂/mi |
2019 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 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs about $3,110 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (21 mpg combined), or roughly 21 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.
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs
The EPA lists 5 engine choices for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.6 L 6-cyl, 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo, 5.7 L 8-cyl, 6.2 L 8-cyl supercharged and 6.4 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in all-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 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 3.0 L turbo | 6 | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 5.7 L | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 6.2 L supercharged | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 6.4 L | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 370 owner complaints about the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (15% of component mentions), followed by engine (12%) and hydraulic service brakes (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 46 complaints a year: fewer than the 2018 (94 a year) and more than the 2020 (34 a year).
That ranks 11th of 17 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 370, 17 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 6 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 84 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 77 | 14% |
| Engine | 64 | 12% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 64 | 12% |
| Service brakes | 49 | 9% |
| Power train | 47 | 9% |
| Air bags | 20 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 3% |
| Steering | 14 | 3% |
| Back over prevention | 11 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 11 | 2% |
| Seats | 11 | 2% |
| Suspension | 11 | 2% |
| Seat belts | 9 | 2% |
| Structure | 9 | 2% |
| Lane departure | 8 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 5 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I just had a recall repair for my ABS system which was electrical done to my 2019 jeep grand Cherokee. …
Service engine light came on and code read misfire. Tech said that ignition coil one needs replaced and it needed a tune up. They replaced all ignition coils, spark plugs and intake manifold gasket with tune up. …
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer and repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). …
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
The 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been the subject of 7 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 24V838000 from November 2024, concerns hydraulic service brakes.
Engine and engine cooling accounts for 2 of the 7 campaigns, more than any other area.
20V183000 · March 26, 2020 · Power train
Problem: The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down. If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss of power while driving and loss of the PARK function when stationary.
Risk: A sudden loss of power while driving or loss of the transmission PARK function can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Grand Cherokee years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V838000 | November 7, 2024 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2018–2019 |
| 23V411000 | June 8, 2023 | Engine and engine cooling | 2014–2020 |
| 22V406000 | June 9, 2022 | Diesel fuel system | 2014–2020 |
| 22V426000 | June 9, 2022 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2018–2019 |
| 20V699000 | November 12, 2020 | Engine and engine cooling | 2014–2019 |
| 20V191000 | September 10, 2020 | Back over prevention | 2019–2020 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
The SUV 2WD version scored 4 stars overall.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
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 2019 models in the EPA's standard sport utility vehicle class, the 2019 Toyota Highlander (23 mpg) and 2019 Ford Explorer (22 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 25 | 311 | 28 | 9 |
| 2017 | 21 | 364 | 36 | 6 |
| 2018 | 25 | 855 | 94 | 11 |
| 2019 | 24 | 370 | 46 | 7 |
| 2020 | 21 | 241 | 34 | 3 |
| 2021 | 21 | 501 | 83 | 16 |
| 2022 | 23 | 489 | 96 | 24 |
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Grand Cherokee a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 46 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (11th most of 17 model years), 7 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 Grand Cherokee problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (84), engine (64) and hydraulic service brakes (64). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Grand Cherokee get?
The EPA rates the versions at 13–24 mpg combined (11–21 city, 17–28 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Grand Cherokee per year?
About $3,110 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).