BMW X5 (2006) vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee (2006--2015) Feature Comparison at TrueDelta: Optional and standard features by trim

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Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee

Model Year	2006	2006	2006	2006--2015	2006--2015	2006--2015	2006--2015
Model	X5	X5	X5	Grand Cherokee	Grand Cherokee	Grand Cherokee	Grand Cherokee
Trim	3.0i	4.4i	4.8is	Laredo	Limited	Overland	SRT8

Engines
3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 225 lb-ft@2750
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500
3.7L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5200 235 lb-ft@4000
4.7L V8 OHC-2v 305 hp@5000 334 lb-ft@4000
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 357 hp@5200 389 lb-ft@4350
6.4L V8 OHV-2v 470 hp@6000 465 lb-ft@4300
Transmissions
6-speed manual
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Drivetrains
AWD
RWD
AWD w/low range
Tires
235/65HR17 tires
255/55HR18 tires
255/50YR19 tires
285/45YR19 tires
275/40WR20 tires
315/35WR20 tires
235/65R17 tires
245/65R17 tires
255/45ZR20 tires
285/40ZR20 tires
Audio Systems
Unbranded, 10 speakers
Unbranded, 300W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)
Unbranded, 6 speakers
Boston Acoustics, 276W, 6 speakers
Accessories
Cruise control
Heated steering wheel
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks
Power rear side windows
Power trunk / liftgate pull-downPulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Pulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power-adjustable pedalsPedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt steering wheel, manual
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Universal garage door openerHomelink.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.
Rear disc brakes.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Full-size spare tire
Hill descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management
Cargo cover
Cargo mat
Class IV trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 10,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Hitch rated for up to 10,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Roof rack crossbarsRequires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Roof railsNo crossbars.
No crossbars.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Sliding load floorFloor of cargo area slides to extend out of tailgate, to ease loading and unloading.
Floor of cargo area slides to extend out of tailgate, to ease loading and unloading.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Trailering equipment (7 wire)Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.
Climate Control
Air conditioning
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear defrost
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain
Limited-slip front differentialWhen one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
When one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Exterior
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Body kit (gray/black)Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Paint, special green
Paint, special red
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Skid platesPrevent underbody damage when off-roading.
Prevent underbody damage when off-roading.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof
Tow hook(s), frontUsed to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Tow hook(s), rearUsed to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Infotainment
Audio controls on steering wheel
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
Cassette player
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.
Includes CD player.
CD player
Entertainment system, ceiling-mountedA DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Headlight washers
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors
Visor mirror, driver
Visor mirror, passenger
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim
Front buckets
Front sport buckets
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench
Center armrest(s), front row
Center armrest(s), second row
Floor mats
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats
Heated second row seats
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable lower back support.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Memory system, driver seat
Metal pedals
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power recliner, driver seat
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power recliner, second row seats
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
All-terrain tiresOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Alloy wheels
Performance steering system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Power steering coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rear air springs, auto-levelingAir springs maintain the rear ride height.
Air springs maintain the rear ride height.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Summer tires (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
White-letter tiresThe letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.
The letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.

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Option Package Contents

M Sport Design

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
Front sport buckets
255/55HR18 tires

Rear comfort seats

Features
Sunshades, second row
Deep-tinted rear windows
Rear air vents

Executive Tier

Features
Heated front seats
Rear seat pass-through
Headlight washers
Ski sack

Premium Tier

Features
Power recliner, second row seats
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Panoramic sunroof

Luxury Design

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat

Rear comfort seats

Features
Sunshades, second row
Deep-tinted rear windows
Rear air vents

Executive Tier

Features
Heated front seats
Rear seat pass-through
Headlight washers
Ski sack

M Sport Design

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
Front sport buckets
255/55HR18 tires

Premium Tier

Features
Power recliner, second row seats
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Panoramic sunroof

Luxury Design

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat

Trailer Tow Group

Features
Heated mirrors
Illuminated visor mirror, driver
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Automatic headlights
Fog lights
Alarm
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Boston Acoustics, 276W, 6 speakers

AWD w/low range

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover

Off Road Group I

Features
Tow hook(s), front
Tow hook(s), rear
Skid plates
White-letter tires
All-terrain tires

Quick Order Package X

Features
Audio controls on steering wheel
Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Active Safety Group

Features
Limited-slip rear differential
Limited-slip front differential

SRT Option Group 1

Features
Satellite radio
Bluetooth cell phone link
Obstacle detection, rear
Power-adjustable pedals
Dual-zone climate control
Auto-dimming headlights
Rollover sensor
Metal pedals
Automatic climate control, front
Heated front seats
Rain-sensing wipers
Memory system, driver seat

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006 BMW X5

2006 BMW X5 Available Features: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I love my heated seats and steering wheel. When I sit in back I am usually cold and love rear heat control and heated seats. Love the panaromic roof. Lots of power outlets, ski bag, full spare, Nav screen, aux heat/fan, onboard computer, and many more. see full BMW X5 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006--2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2006--2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Available Features: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr SUV 420-horsepower 6.1L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Smart headlights, rain sensing wipers, memory seats, bakcup alarm, etc. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review

2006--2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Available Features: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	no features for the proce paying for SUV gas hog. Im not volunteering to pay more for less of a vehicle see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review

BMW X5 vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Feature Comparison

Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee

Option Package Contents

M Sport Design

Rear comfort seats

Executive Tier

Premium Tier

Luxury Design

Multicontour seats

Rear comfort seats

Executive Tier

M Sport Design

Premium Tier

Luxury Design

Multicontour seats

Trailer Tow Group

AWD w/low range

Off Road Group I

Quick Order Package X

Active Safety Group

SRT Option Group 1

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006 BMW X5

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006--2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee