Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Chevrolet Blazer Road Handling Capabilities
For drivers seeking more capability, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes available with three four-wheel drive systems, and the Chevrolet Blazer comes available with Chevrolet's Advanced twin clutch all-wheel drive system.
| | Jeep Grand Cherokee Four-Wheel Drive System | Chevrolet All-Wheel Drive System |
| Purpose & Design | Optimized for off-road performance, offering manual control over the drivetrain to handle divers and challenging terrains. | Focuses on providing on-road traction and stability with an emphasis on autonomous driving for improved safety in everyday commutes |
| Driver Control | Enables drivers to manually select various drive modes. This provides great control. | Automatically managers power distribution for convenience and safety. |
| Off-Road Capability | Includes features like Selec-Terrain Traction Management to quickly dial into sport mode, snow mode, sand/mud mode or rock mode. Additional features include a brake lock differential, rear electronic limited slip differential, low range gearing, and enhanced traction. | Designed for occasional light off-road usage, but primarily enhances traction on paved roads. |
Ultimately, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Chevrolet Blazer are both well-equipped. From this perspective it all comes down to your preferences and priorities. On the one hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is built for driving on and off-road. On the other hand, the Chevrolet Blazer is optimized to handle rain, sleet, or snow, on paved roadways. However, the Chevrolet Blazer off-road handling capabilities are limited.