Jeep Cherokee vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,000 | $32,190 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $37,475 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $38,675 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $40,775 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 10 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 191 hp (best) |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 68.3 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 850 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,295 lbs | 3,814 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 110.8 in |
| Length | 188.1 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.7 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 67.5 in (best) | 66.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 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 | None reported (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.
| Trim | Jeep Cherokee | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Laredo $38,000 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $40,000 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited Altitude $40,595 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | 85th Anniversary Edition $40,905 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | Overland $43,000 MSRP | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | — | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | — | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | — | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | — | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | — | EX $48,290 MSRP |
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