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BMW X1 vs Jeep Cherokee

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

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2026 Jeep Cherokee

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Overview

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Selected trimxDrive28i4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
MSRP$43,200$35,000 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,875$6,997 (best)
Median listing price$43,747$34,998 (best)
Highest listing price$51,502$48,100 (best)
For sale now53198 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Combined MPG28 MPG37 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG39 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG35 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.3 gal (best)13.7 gal

Performance

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Horsepower241 hp (best)177 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.6 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume57.2 cu ft68.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Payload994 lbs (best)850 lbs
Curb weight3,750 lbs (best)4,295 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in (best)8 in
Wheelbase106 in113 in (best)
Length177.2 in188.1 in (best)
Width72.6 in74.7 in (best)
Height64.6 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X1xDrive28iJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (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.

TrimBMW X1Jeep Cherokee
1

xDrive28i

$43,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M35i

$52,400 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

Live inventory

Jeep Cherokee198 for sale

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BMW X1 vs Jeep Cherokee FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X1 vs 2026 Jeep Cherokee on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee starts lower at $35,000. Live BMW X1 listings start at $15,875. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $6,997.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
The 2027 BMW X1 leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Jeep Cherokee?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).