2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG
Across its 8 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee returns 14–19 mpg city, 22–26 highway and 17–22 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 22 mpg combined. At the other end, the 5.7-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive manages 17 mpg combined, 5 mpg less. The EPA also rated a plug-in hybrid version, the best at 23 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2021 version (21 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 4xe | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 | 24 | 23 | Regular Gas and Electricity · 177 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular · 407 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular · 413 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee L 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular · 416 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee L 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular · 430 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee WK 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular · 414 g CO₂/mi |
| Grand Cherokee WK 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 L 4WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | Midgrade · 533 g CO₂/mi |
2022 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 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs about $2,970 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (22 mpg combined), or roughly 20 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (21 mpg combined) comes to about $3,110 a year, $140 more.
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.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.6 L 6-cyl, 5.7 L 8-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or 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; 4-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 5.7 L | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.0 L turbo plug-in hybrid | 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 489 owner complaints about the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (23% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (16%) and engine (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 96 complaints a year: more than the 2021 (83 a year) and fewer than the 2023 (146 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 489, 18 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 6 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 207 | 23% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 138 | 16% |
| Engine | 76 | 9% |
| Power train | 65 | 7% |
| Unknown or other | 61 | 7% |
| Steering | 60 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 54 | 6% |
| Suspension | 43 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 31 | 4% |
| Lane departure | 29 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 23 | 3% |
| Seats | 18 | 2% |
| Air bags | 16 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 12 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 11 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | <1% |
| Structure | 6 | <1% |
| Wheels | 6 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 2 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Child seat | 1 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle struck the rear of the vehicle at approximately 70 MPH. The auxiliary warning lights were illuminated. …
Pedestrian Alert/Forward Collision light warning always on after over the air update. Manufacturer removed option in settings to disable this feature and warning light has been on since this over the air update. …
I am a former Transmission Calibration Engineer at Stellantis, so I know what I'm talking about. I experienced an engine stall event while coasting down in speed. I was in town, driving about 30 mph, and coasting (0% pedal). …
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been the subject of 24 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 26V562000 from September 2026, concerns suspension.
Back over prevention accounts for 4 of the 24 campaigns, more than any other area.
23V412000 · June 8, 2023 · Engine
Problem: The engine may shut down due to a loss of communication between the transmission control module and the hybrid control processor.
Risk: An engine shut down can result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle control software, free of charge.
22V327000 · May 12, 2022 · Exterior lighting
Problem: The vehicle's hazard lights may flash when the brake pedal is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Flashing hazard lights during braking may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module, free of charge.
22V249000 · April 14, 2022 · Exterior lighting
Problem: Due to a software programming error, any failure with the turn signals would not be communicated to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If a turn signal fails, the driver will not be informed and surrounding drivers will not receive indication of the intention to change vehicle direction, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
22V154000 · March 14, 2022 · Steering
Problem: The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.
Risk: Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Grand Cherokee years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V562000 | September 1, 2026 | Suspension | 2021–2023 |
| 26V413000 | June 30, 2026 | Power train | 2022–2024 |
| 26V328000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2022–2024 |
| 26V051000 | January 29, 2026 | Suspension | 2021–2023 |
| 25V741000 | October 30, 2025 | Electrical system | 2022–2024 |
| 25V576000 | September 4, 2025 | Electrical system | 2022–2024 |
| 25V083000 | February 13, 2025 | Equipment, Back over prevention | 2021–2022 |
| 24V897000 | November 27, 2024 | Air bags | 2021–2024 |
| 24V720000 | September 27, 2024 | Electrical system | 2022–2024 |
| 24V436000 | June 13, 2024 | Back over prevention | 2021–2023 |
| 24V289000 | April 25, 2024 | Back over prevention | 2022–2024 |
| 24V132000 | February 22, 2024 | Suspension, Steering | 2021–2023 |
| 24V111000 | February 15, 2024 | Visibility | 2022–2024 |
| 23V577000 | August 14, 2023 | Back over prevention | 2021–2023 |
| 23V413000 | June 8, 2023 | Suspension | 2021–2023 |
| 23V352000 | May 18, 2023 | Steering | 2021–2023 |
| 23V336000 | May 11, 2023 | Equipment | 2022–2023 |
| 22V544000 | July 28, 2022 | Exterior lighting | 2021–2022 |
| 22V284000 | April 28, 2022 | Engine and engine cooling | 2021–2022 |
| 22V180000 | March 24, 2022 | Seats, Child seat | 2021–2022 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 4 versions of the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV 2WD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | Not rated | Not rated |
| L SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | Not rated | Not rated |
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 2022 models in the EPA's standard sport utility vehicle class, the 2022 Ford Explorer (24 mpg) comes closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 24 | 370 | 46 | 7 |
| 2020 | 21 | 241 | 34 | 3 |
| 2021 | 21 | 501 | 83 | 16 |
| 2022 | 23 | 489 | 96 | 24 |
| 2023 | 23 | 594 | 146 | 23 |
| 2024 | 23 | 314 | 102 | 18 |
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Grand Cherokee a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 96 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 24 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 23 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2022 Grand Cherokee problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (207), forward collision avoidance (138) and engine (76). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2022 Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 24 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 2022 Grand Cherokee get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 17–22 mpg combined (14–19 city, 22–26 highway). The plug-in hybrid version reaches up to 23 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Grand Cherokee per year?
About $2,970 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,110 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).