Subaru Crosstrek vs. Jeep Cherokee
In comparing the Subaru Crosstrek's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Crosstrek's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Crosstrek is a better car than the Jeep Cherokee.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Jeep Cherokee Pricing
A used 2024 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $27,041 to $35,499 while a used 2023 Jeep Cherokee is priced between $33,775 to $43,697. For a new model, the Subaru Crosstrek's price is between $27,387 and $35,951, with the Jeep Cherokee priced between $34,785 and $44,920.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Jeep Cherokee Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Subaru Crosstrek loses 30.2 percent of its value and the Jeep Cherokee loses 41.7 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Crosstrek retains 11.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Cherokee.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Jeep Cherokee Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 7.8 out of 10 while the Jeep Cherokee's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 24 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Jeep Cherokee being ranked 29 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 26 and the Jeep Cherokee is ranked 32.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Jeep Cherokee Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 5.6 out of 10. For the Jeep Cherokee the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Cherokee an advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru Crosstrek.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Crosstrek’s base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Jeep Cherokee base engine makes 180 horsepower. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles. This gives the Subaru Crosstrek the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Cherokee. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru Crosstrek, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Jeep Cherokee, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Subaru Crosstrek 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27387 - 35951
Used Asking Price:
27041 - 35499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.301952
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34785 - 44920
Used Asking Price:
33775 - 43697
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.416533
Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.766667 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.003663 / 10
Reliability:
8.210989 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Subaru Crosstrek Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
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3 out of / 56Ranking
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30 out of / 56Ranking
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49 out of / 66Jeep Cherokee Rankings
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1 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
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9 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
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13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
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29 out of / 56Ranking
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40 out of / 49Ranking
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52 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Wilderness
Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude Lux, Trailhawk
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
19.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.6 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:
128.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3276 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
62.8 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17