BMW X1 vs Jeep Cherokee

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

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2026 BMW X1

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2026 Jeep Cherokee

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Overview

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Selected trim	xDrive28i	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	continuously variable-speed automatic
Engine type	gas	hybrid
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
MSRP	$42,800	$35,000 (best)
Lowest listing price	$48,347	$37,475 (best)
Median listing price	$49,862	$38,675 (best)
Highest listing price	$52,887	$40,775 (best)
For sale now	6	10 (best)

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Combined MPG	28 MPG	37 MPG (best)
City MPG	24 MPG	39 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	33 MPG	35 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	14.3 gal (best)	13.7 gal

Performance

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Horsepower	241 hp (best)	177 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	221 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L (best)	1.6 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	57.2 cu ft	68.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	—	3,500 lbs (best)
Payload	994 lbs (best)	850 lbs
Curb weight	3,750 lbs (best)	4,295 lbs
Ground clearance	8.1 in (best)	8 in
Wheelbase	106 in	113 in (best)
Length	177.2 in	188.1 in (best)
Width	72.6 in	74.7 in (best)
Height	64.6 in	67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
NHTSA overall	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (driver)	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Rollover	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Open recalls (YMM scope)	2	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	BMW X1	Jeep Cherokee
1	xDrive28i $42,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M35i $51,900 MSRP	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