2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee MPG
EPA ratings for the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee run from 14–19 mpg in town to 22–26 on the highway, or 17–22 combined, depending on which of its 6 gasoline versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 22 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 5.7-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive and is rated 17 mpg combined. The EPA also rated a plug-in hybrid version, the best at 23 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2022 model.
| 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 | All-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 | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular · 430 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 |
2023 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 2023 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.
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 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. The EPA classes it as a standard sport utility vehicle.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L | 6 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 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 |
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Owners have filed 594 complaints about the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (25% of component mentions), followed by suspension (11%) and engine (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 146 complaints a year: more than the 2022 (96 a year) and the 2024 (102 a year).
That ranks 2nd of 17 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 594, 19 mention a crash, 8 a fire and 11 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 250 | 25% |
| Suspension | 115 | 11% |
| Engine | 114 | 11% |
| Unknown or other | 87 | 9% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 74 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 65 | 6% |
| Steering | 60 | 6% |
| Power train | 58 | 6% |
| Service brakes | 32 | 3% |
| Lane departure | 25 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 2% |
| Air bags | 15 | 1% |
| Structure | 13 | 1% |
| Back over prevention | 12 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 11 | 1% |
| Seats | 11 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 11 | 1% |
| Visibility | 7 | <1% |
| Wheels | 6 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 5 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 3 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Firerelated | 2 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 2 | <1% |
| Shell carry handle | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
While driving in active traffic at approximately 6 PM, our 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe experienced a catastrophic, sudden loss of propulsion/driving power with no prior warning. …
I received a letter that there was a recall on my vehicle. The letter also stated there was no remedy and that all cars may not be effected. …
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE. The contact stated that while out of town, the vehicle was parked at the residence; however, neighbors informed the contact that the vehicle had caught fire overnight. …
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
NHTSA lists 23 recall campaigns for the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The most recent, campaign 26V562000 from September 2026, concerns suspension.
Back over prevention accounts for 4 of the 23 campaigns, more than any other area.
25V430000 · June 26, 2025 · Visibility
Problem: The blower motor may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the blower motor, as necessary free of charge.
24V434000 · June 13, 2024 · Seat belts
Problem: A bolt for the second-row seat belt buckle may not be tightened properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt buckle may not properly restrain occupants during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat buckle bolt as necessary, free of charge.
24V291000 · April 25, 2024 · Back over prevention
Problem: Improperly fastened screen module connections may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the display screen module connections, free of charge.
24V199000 · March 14, 2024 · Air bags, Steering
Problem: The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary 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 |
| 25V766000 | November 6, 2025 | Engine | 2023–2024 |
| 25V741000 | October 30, 2025 | Electrical system | 2022–2024 |
| 25V576000 | September 4, 2025 | Electrical system | 2022–2024 |
| 25V472000 | July 17, 2025 | Seats | 2023–2024 |
| 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 |
| 24V130000 | February 22, 2024 | Exterior lighting, Electrical system | 2023–2024 |
| 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 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 4 versions of the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| L SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Not rated |
| SUV 4WD | 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 2023 models in the EPA's standard sport utility vehicle class, the 2023 Honda Pilot (22 mpg) and 2023 Ford Explorer (24 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2023 Grand Cherokee a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 146 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (2nd most of 17 model years), 23 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 23 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2023 Grand Cherokee problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (250), suspension (115) and engine (114). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2023 Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 23 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 2023 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 2023 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).