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Jeep Cherokee vs Jeep Wrangler

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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2026 Jeep Wrangler

Overview

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
Selected trim4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Sport
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
MSRP$35,000 (best)$35,595
Lowest listing price$37,475$25,803 (best)
Median listing price$38,675 (best)$48,325
Highest listing price$40,775 (best)$55,500
For sale now1048 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)23 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal17.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
Horsepower177 hp285 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft260 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft (best)31.7 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)2,000 lbs
Payload850 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,295 lbs4,012 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in9.7 in (best)
Wheelbase113 in (best)96.8 in
Length188.1 in (best)166.8 in
Width74.7 in (best)73.9 in
Height67.5 in73.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Jeep WranglerSport
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)21 (best)

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.

TrimJeep CherokeeJeep Wrangler
1

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

$35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$35,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Laredo

$38,000 MSRP

Sport

$38,600 MSRP

3

Limited

$40,000 MSRP

Sport S

$39,345 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$40,595 MSRP

Sport S

$41,000 MSRP

5

85th Anniversary Edition

$40,905 MSRP

Willys

$43,415 MSRP

6

Overland

$43,000 MSRP

Willys

$44,500 MSRP

7

Rubicon

$45,375 MSRP

8

Rubicon

$49,300 MSRP

9

85th Anniversary Edition

$46,800 MSRP

10

Willys 41

$48,300 MSRP

11

Sahara

$48,470 MSRP

12

Sport RHD

$49,350 MSRP

13

Rubicon X

$55,325 MSRP

14

Rubicon X

$59,995 MSRP

15

Moab 392

$79,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Cherokee10 for sale

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Jeep Wrangler48 for sale

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