Hyundai Palisade 79·Jeep Grand Cherokee 73on the MotiveGrid Score·Jeep Grand Cherokee about $781 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the cheaper one to own — roughly $781 less over five years, helped by better fuel economy. The Hyundai Palisade counters with seating for 8.
Go with the Jeep Grand Cherokee for the better long-term value; consider the Hyundai Palisade if you prioritize more passenger space.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Hyundai Palisade vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Hyundai Palisade versus 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Metric
Hyundai Palisade
Jeep Grand Cherokee
MotiveGrid Score
79
73
Cost of Ownership
72
69
Powertrain
48
54
Driver Assistance
32
38
Livability
71
47
Safety
100
99
5-Year Cost to Own
$58,021
$57,240
Depreciation (5-yr)
$20,112
$20,897
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$16,036
$14,111
Insurance (5-yr)
$10,790
$10,635
Maintenance (5-yr)
$1,915
$2,670
Tires (5-yr)
$2,150
$2,150
Financing (5-yr)
$5,933
$5,717
Registration (5-yr)
$1,085
$1,060
Starting Price
$39,435
$37,995
Horsepower
287 hp
324 hp
MPG (combined)
21 mpg
24 mpg
Cargo volume
19.1 cu ft
37.7 cu ft
Seating
8
5
Towing capacity
—
6,200 lbs
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Gas
2026$39,435
MSRP
$39,435
Mo · 5yr
$967
$58,021 / 5 years
Best on balance
Gas
2026$37,995
MSRP
$37,995
Mo · 5yr
$954
$57,240 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
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01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Hyundai Palisade scores higher overall.
Hyundai Palisade
0
/ 100
Jeep Grand Cherokee
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
Palisade
72
Grand Cherokee
69
Winner: Palisade
$781 cheaper / 5 yrs
Low maintenance cost▲
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
Palisade
48
Grand Cherokee
54
Winner: Grand Cherokee
+6 pts
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
Palisade
32
Grand Cherokee
38
Winner: Grand Cherokee
+6 pts
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
Palisade
71
Grand Cherokee
47
Winner: Palisade
+24 pts
Roomy cabin and cargo▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Jeep Grand Cherokee is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $781 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Hyundai Palisade still wins if your priority is best on balance.
Daily commuter
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Substantially more cargo room
Highway driver
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Hyundai Palisade
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$967
$58,021 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$967/mo
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$954
$57,240 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$954/mo
04
Frequently asked questions
Jeep Grand Cherokee comes out about $781 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.