Let’s Compare The Jeep Cherokee To Its Competition
This is the pinnacle of capability in a right-sized SUV, the Jeep Cherokee. There is nothing quite like it in Western Washington.
The Cherokee offers a lot more than you think. You have a powerful V6, offering the best off-road capacity in its class, along with all of the capability that adds to the legacy as best SUV ever created in the U.S.A.
| Cherokee Latitude LUX 4x4 | Ford Explorer XLT 4WD | Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium | Subaru Forester Sport CVT | Chevrolet Equinox 1LT AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Configurations | 9 | 15 | 13 | 6 | 10 |
| Engine Type | 3.2 Liter V6 | 2.3 Liter Turbo Inline 4 | 4.0 Liter V6 | 2.5 Liter Inline 4 Boxer | 1.5 Liter Turbo Inline 4 |
| Horsepower | 295 HP | 300 HP | 270 HP | 182 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 239 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft | 176 lb-ft | 170 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9 Speed Automatic | 10 Speed Automatic | 5 Speed Automatic | CVT | 6 Speed Automatic |
| DriveTrain | FWD Standard 4x4 Optional | RWD Standard AWD Optional | RWD Standard AWD Optional | AWD Standard | RWD Standard AWD Optional |
| Max Tow Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 5,300 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 22 MPG | 23 MPG | 17 MPG | 29 MPG | 27 MPG |
| Cargo Volume Rear Seat Up | 25.8 cubic feet | 47.9 cubic feet | 47.2 cubic feet | 26.9 cubic feet | 29.9 cubic feet |
| Cargo Volume Rear Seat Down | 54.7 cubic feet | 87.8 cubic feet | 89.7 cubic feet | 69.1 cubic feet | 63.9 cubic feet |
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6 or 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Ground Clearance | 8.1 inches | 8.2 inches | 9.6 inches | 8.7 inches | 7.9 inches |
| Base Price | $32,375 | $37,250 | $42,590 | $29,765 | $28,500 |
Let’s see how the Cherokee compares to the Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Explorer, Subaru Forester, and Toyota 4Runner.
There are plenty of advantages the Jeep Cherokee has over the Chevrolet Equinox.
- More capability with a choice of four-wheel drive systems
- Trailhawk – the only Trail Rated vehicle for off-road use in its class
- Better and quicker connectivity through the Uconnect infotainment system
- Distinctive styling that has made this a popular choice for everyone.
There are plenty of advantages the Jeep Cherokee has over the Ford Explorer.
- The Trailhawk offers a two-ratio four-wheel drive system for better traction in any condition
- Uconnect gives you more choice to connect with the Cherokee that is faster and easier to set up
- Size matters! The Cherokee’s smaller footprint handles more off road
- The Uconnect infotainment system was rated the best for its speed in connectivity and overall reliability.
There are plenty of advantages the Jeep Cherokee has over the Subaru Forester.
- Feel the quality! Everything you touch inside the Cherokee is made of premium materials.
- The Cherokee Trailhawk offers more power to put down off-road than the Forester Wilderness.
- Our Active Drive Lock 4WD drive system works much better than their X-Mode.
- Not only does the Cherokee have the larger Uconnect 8.4-inch screen – it connects faster and is more reliable.
There are plenty of advantages the Jeep Cherokee has over the Toyota 4Runner.
- More capability with a choice of four-wheel drive systems across the line.
- Confident ride and handling – that is the driving experience in the Cherokee.
- There is nothing quite like the Cherokee’s interior. Just feel the quality!
- Blind Spot Warning is standard on all Cherokee models. Not so on the 4Runner.
When it comes to value, no one beats the Cherokee – period!
Contact us at Rairdon’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Kirkland to get your Cherokee today!
