Audi Q3 vs Jeep Cherokee

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Audi Q3

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2026 Jeep Cherokee

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Overview

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Selected trim	S line	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	continuously variable-speed automatic
Engine type	gas	hybrid
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
MSRP	$43,700	$35,000 (best)
Lowest listing price	$28,598 (best)	$37,475
Median listing price	$28,598 (best)	$38,675
Highest listing price	$28,598 (best)	$40,775
For sale now	1	10 (best)

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Combined MPG	25 MPG	37 MPG (best)
City MPG	22 MPG	39 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	29 MPG	35 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	16.4 gal (best)	13.7 gal

Performance

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Horsepower	255 hp (best)	177 hp
Torque	273 lb-ft (best)	221 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L (best)	1.6 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	50 cu ft	68.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	1,500 lbs	3,500 lbs (best)
Payload	970 lbs (best)	850 lbs
Curb weight	3,935 lbs (best)	4,295 lbs
Ground clearance	—	8 in (best)
Wheelbase	105.6 in	113 in (best)
Length	178.4 in	188.1 in (best)
Width	73.2 in	74.7 in (best)
Height	64.1 in	67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	Audi Q3S line	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
NHTSA overall	Not Rated	—
Frontal crash (driver)	Not Rated	—
Frontal crash (passenger)	Not Rated	—
Side crash (driver)	Not Rated	—
Side crash (passenger)	Not Rated	—
Side pole	Not Rated	—
Rollover	Not Rated	—
Open recalls (YMM scope)	1 (best)	2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Audi Q3	Jeep Cherokee
1	S line $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	—	Laredo $38,000 MSRP
3	—	Limited $40,000 MSRP
4	—	Limited Altitude $40,595 MSRP
5	—	85th Anniversary Edition $40,905 MSRP
6	—	Overland $43,000 MSRP