BMW X4 vs. Jeep Cherokee
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW X4 and Jeep Cherokee contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW X4 and the Jeep Cherokee.
When we compare the BMW X4's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the BMW X4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The BMW X4 and Jeep Cherokee have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW X4's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Cherokee is a better car than the BMW X4.
Pricing: A used 2023 BMW X4 ranges from $38,794 to $58,994 while a used 2023 Jeep Cherokee is priced between $20,926 to $34,774.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X4 loses 53.3 percent of its value and the Jeep Cherokee loses 50.3 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Cherokee retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW X4’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Jeep Cherokee base engine makes 180 horsepower. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles.This gives the Jeep Cherokee the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW X4 the advantage in maximum range. The X4 uses premium unleaded, and the Cherokee uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Jeep Cherokee has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Jeep Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
54200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
49269
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
33400 - 77900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
33191 - 45185
Starting MSRP:
37695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
27723
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
23610 - 37695
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
48544
Price Range:
38794 - 58994
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
42583
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
28661 - 68947
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
178
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30248
# Good or Great Deals:
60
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24899
Price Range:
20926 - 34774
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
26187
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
21318 - 30705
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
446
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50229
# Good or Great Deals:
148
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
12.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.0 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.179
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Cherokee
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
9.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.087
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.680161630699412
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1.6 - 14.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4631234937934832
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.3 - 17.9
BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
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20 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
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24 out of / 28Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
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37 out of / 64Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
58 out of / 68Jeep Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
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56 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude Lux, Trailhawk
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
332 / 458 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
25.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3875 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
183.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic / Piemont Red
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Sting-Gray Clear Coat
Red
Not available
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Cognac / Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
