Jeep Cherokee vs. Subaru Outback

When comparing the Jeep Cherokee to the Subaru Outback, the Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Subaru Outback has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Cherokee versus the Subaru Outback, the Subaru Outback is a better car than the Jeep Cherokee.

Jeep Cherokee versus Subaru Outback Pricing

A one- to five-year-old used Jeep Cherokee ranges from $19,993 to $31,610 while a used Subaru Outback from the same model year range is priced between $23,499 to $34,488. For a new model, the Jeep Cherokee's price is between $34,791 and $44,524, with the Subaru Outback priced between $32,795 and $44,141.

Jeep Cherokee versus Subaru Outback Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Cherokee is 7.8 out of 10 while the Subaru Outback's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Cherokee being ranked 14 out of 24 Best Small SUVs and the Subaru Outback being ranked 2 out of 24. Out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs, the Jeep Cherokee is ranked 61 and the Subaru Outback is ranked 2.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Jeep Cherokee’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Subaru Outback base engine makes 182 horsepower. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The Outback is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Subaru Outback has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Subaru Outback.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Subaru Outback has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Cherokee, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Subaru Outback has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.