Century Jeep - Which SUV is better for towing and weekend adventures near O'Fallon, MO — the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee or the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?
When families stack the 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee beside the redesigned 2026 Hyundai Palisade, one question rises to the top: which SUV is better for towing and weekend adventures around O'Fallon, MO? Both bring fresh powertrains and meaningful tech improvements, but their priorities diverge where it counts for boats, small campers, and trailheads. Grand Cherokee’s available 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo is engineered for smooth, consistent torque delivery and, when properly equipped, a best-in-class 6,200-pound maximum tow rating. Palisade ICE models target up to 5,000 pounds and the new hybrid estimates up to 4,000. Layer in Grand Cherokee’s available Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension, three available 4x4 systems, and Selec-Terrain® Traction Management, and the Jeep builds a wider comfort zone when your itinerary includes ramps, ruts, or gravel roads.
Capability is only part of the story. The way an SUV supports the driver through tech and visibility matters equally as the tongue weight on your hitch. The 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee elevates driver focus with a 12.3-inch Uconnect® 5 NAV touchscreen with newly standard navigation, an available 10-inch Head-Up Display, and an available 360º Surround View Camera that simplifies lining up to a trailer. Available Hands-Free Active Driving Assist helps ease highway fatigue en route to the lake, while the available Night Vision Camera can detect pedestrians and animals beyond headlamp range on dark rural roads. Palisade counters with dual 12.3-inch displays, HTRAC® AWD with Terrain modes, an available full-display digital rearview mirror, and convenient features like an available factory tow hitch on select trims, plus Remote Smart Parking Assist for tight lots. Both SUVs are well equipped, but Jeep’s trail-bred hardware and advanced camera suite create a more confident towing and exploring experience.
- Towing confidence: Grand Cherokee offers a higher tow ceiling and air suspension that can lower for loading or raise for clearance on rough boat ramps.
- Off-road assurance: Three available 4x4 systems and Selec-Terrain® provide traction that adapts to mud, sand, snow, or rock with the turn of a dial.
- Trail awareness: Available 360º Surround View and Night Vision Camera expand visibility where mirrors and headlights fall short.
- Co-driver control: An available Front Passenger Interactive Touchscreen Display lets your navigator send routes to the driver’s screen—no reach required.
- Audio immersion: The available 19-speaker McIntosh® system fills the cabin with rich, precise sound for highway stretches and backroad playlists.
For families mapping out a summer of lake days and state-park cabins, the choice often comes down to how an SUV blends composure, traction, and smart driver support. Grand Cherokee’s available Trail Rated® model, Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension, and real-time camera technologies provide a setup that feels equally at home on a paved commute or a muddy launch. Palisade’s HTRAC® AWD and expanded safety tech add confidence too, especially for everyday errands and road trips with lots of passengers. Your decision should reflect the balance you need between comfort and capability—if towing headroom and trail readiness are high on your list, the Jeep® approach will likely fit.
We welcome you to compare both vehicles in person. Century Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram, serving Troy, O'Fallon, and Lake Saint Louis, can walk you through trailering features, 4x4 systems, and driver-assist technologies to match your weekend goals. Bring your questions—our product specialists can help you configure the Grand Cherokee for towing, or explain how Palisade’s settings work for winter commutes. The right setup makes every departure simpler and every arrival more relaxed.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can both SUVs accommodate a family boat or small camper?
Grand Cherokee, when properly equipped, supports up to 6,200 pounds, covering many 20-foot runabouts and lightweight campers. Palisade ICE models target up to 5,000 pounds, which suits smaller boats and compact travel trailers.
What helps with lining up a trailer solo?
Grand Cherokee’s available 360º Surround View Camera provides top-down and close-in views that simplify alignment. Palisade offers Surround View Monitor on select trims, which is helpful for backing and hitching, too.
Which model’s tech reduces long-drive fatigue?
Grand Cherokee offers available Hands-Free Active Driving Assist for capable hands-off highway cruising, plus an available Head-Up Display to keep key info in view. Palisade provides Highway assist features, adaptive cruise, and an available full-display digital rearview mirror for added clarity.
Is there an electrified option for either SUV?
Yes. Grand Cherokee offers the 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain. Palisade debuts a conventional hybrid that emphasizes smooth, efficient cruising without plug-in capability.
Visit us to explore trims, towing packages, and the features that align with your trips. Century Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram can help you choose the configuration that makes every weekend plan feel effortless.