Interested in the Toyota RAV4
Are You Thinking About A Toyota RAV4? The Toyota RAV4 is a well-known Compact Crossover with a great reputation. It comes with many great features. But before you settle on the RAV4, consider the Jeep Cherokee and all it has to offer.
Jeep Cherokee vs. Toyota RAV4
- The Cherokee Trailhawk 2.0-liter turbocharged engine produces 270 hp and 295 lb-ft. All RAV4s short of the Plug-in hybrid fall short of these figures.
- Rear legroom is important in any compact-sized vehicle and the Cherokee has 2.5 inches more of it than the RAV4 with 40.3 inches compared to 37.8.
- The Cherokee also has more rear hip room (49.9 vs. 47.7 inches) which is useful when there are three sitting abreast.
- The Trailhawk trim is available with Active Drive Lock, a full-time 4×4 system with an active on-demand clutch, low-range and neutral settings, and a locking differential. The RAV4 has more conventional all-wheel drive systems.
- For off-road ability, the Cherokee Trailhawk is Trail Rated® which means it has been designed to pass key off-road tests regarding traction, water fording, maneuverability, articulation, and ground clearance. There are no such established tests for any RAV4 model.
- With the Tow Package and Class III hitch, Cherokee can tow up to 4,000 pounds. The maximum towing capacity for RAV4 is 3,500 pounds, though most models tow just 1,500 pounds.
- Differences in the seats of the Cherokee Altitude Lux vs. the price comparable RAV4 TRD Off-Road include:
- Leather vs. Non-leather Seating
- 10-way vs. 8-way power driver seat
- 10-way vs. 4-way power front passenger seat
- Multi-level heated front seats
- Leather vs. Non-leather Seating
- When you want your compact crossover to have SUV capability, the Cherokee is your choice.
Compare Jeep Cherokee to Toyota RAV4
| CUV | Jeep Cherokee | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
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| Trims | Altitude Lux, Trailhawk® | XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, TRD Off-Road, Limited, Hybrid LE, Hybrid XLE, Hybrid Woodland, Hybrid XLE Premium, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XSE, Hybrid Limited |
| Color Options | 5 Combinations | 16 Combinations |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.4L 4x4 or 2.0L I-4 Turbo* | 2.5L 4-Cylinder, or Hybrid* |
| Horsepower | 270 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 149 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic ECVT or ECT-I |
| DriveTrain | 4x4* | FWD, TV-AWD* |
| Towing Capacity | 4,000 lbs.* | 1750 lbs.* |
| Gross Weight | 3,875 lbs.* | 4,705 lbs.* |
| Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) | 21/29* | 25/32* |
| Infotainment | 8.4 in. UConnect® 4C Touchscreen | 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen |
| Sound System |
Alpine® 9 speakers, 8 in. subwoofer |
JBL® *, 11 Speakers, Tweeters, Subwoofer |
| Front Head/Legroom | 39.4/41.1 in. | 37.7/41.0 in. |
| Rear Head/Legroom | 38.5/40.3 in. | 39.5/37.8 in. |
| Interior Cargo | 25.8 cu.ft. | 37.5 cu.ft. |
| Max Interior Cargo | 54.7 cu.ft. | 69.8 cu.ft. |
| Base Price | $37,695* | $28,275* |
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 the Compact SUV list. Get yours today!
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