Interested in the Subaru Forester?
Are You Thinking About A Subaru Forester? The Subaru Forester is a well-known Compact Crossover with a great reputation. It comes with many great features. But before you settle on the Forester, consider the Jeep Cherokee and all it has to offer.
Jeep Cherokee vs. Subaru Forester
- The Cherokee Trailhawk 2.0-liter turbocharged engine produces 270 hp and 295 lb-ft. which is significantly more powerful than the Forester’s 182 hp and 176 lb-ft of torque.
- Cherokee gives you the power management of a 9-speed automatic transmission whereas all Foresters have a continuously variable transmission.
- EPA-estimated mpg for both the Cherokee Altitude and Forester is about the same with the Cherokee having a slight edge in highway mileage (29 vs. 28).
- The Cherokee is able to self-parallel park or back itself into a perpendicular parking space. The Forester has no such ability.
- The Cherokee has both more headroom (38.5 vs. 37.6 inches) and legroom (40.3 vs. 39.4 inches) for rear passengers.
- Half of the Forester model line has a 6.5-inch multimedia touchscreen with an upgrade to 8 inches on higher trims. The Cherokee has a standard 8.4-inch multimedia touchscreen.
- The Cherokee comes standard with front and rear 12V DC power outlets, neither of which is available on the Forester.
- The Cherokee is still the off-roader enthusiasts' choice.
Compare Jeep Cherokee to Subaru Forester
| SUV | Jeep Cherokee | Subaru Forester
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|---|---|---|
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| Trims | Altitude Lux, Trailhawk® | Base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring |
| Color Options | 5 Combinations | 16 Combinations |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.4L 4x4 or 2.0L I-4 Turbo* | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 270 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 176 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic |
Lineartronic® CVT
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| DriveTrain | 4x4* | Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive* |
| Towing Capacity | 4,000 lbs.* | 1,500 lbs.* |
| Curb Weight | 3,875 lbs.* | 3,620 lbs.* |
| Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) | 21/29* | 26/33* |
| Infotainment | 8.4 in. UConnect® 4C Touchscreen | SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia
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| Sound System |
Alpine® 9 speakers, 8 in. subwoofer |
Harman Kardon®*, 6 Speakers |
| Front Head/Legroom | 39.4/41.1 in. | 40.2/43.3 in. |
| Rear Head/Legroom | 38.5/40.3 in. | 37.6/39.4 in. |
| Interior Cargo | 25.8 cu.ft. | 26.9 cu.ft. |
| Max Interior Cargo | 54.7 cu.ft. | 69.1 cu.ft. |
| Base Price | $37,695* | $26,495* |
The New Jeep Cherokee
The Jeep Cherokee is the original model in this segment, dating back to 1974 as a body-on-frame compact-sized 4-wheel drive, 2-or 4-door wagon for outdoor enthusiasts. In 1984, the Cherokee switched to unibody construction but maintained its off-road capability. The model was redesigned and named Liberty in 2001 but returned in 2014 as a thoroughly modern crossover. Over that time, an entire category of crossovers has emerged to compete with the Cherokee. This segment has now expanded to be the largest automotive category in the U.S. The Cherokee has grown in sophistication over the years but remains an off-road vehicle true to the Jeep brand. Jeep Cherokee is positioned as a premium model in this class, offering only well-equipped models with standard features such as leather seating and four-wheel drive. All of this is backed by a 36 Month/36,000 Mile Basic Warranty and a 60 Month/60,000 Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty with 60 Month/60,000 Mile Roadside Assistance Support. When you are looking for a compact crossover that can take you anywhere you want to go, the Jeep Cherokee is the first stop and top of the very long list of Compact SUVs. Get yours today!
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