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Jeep Cherokee vs Kia Sportage

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

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2027 Jeep Cherokee

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2027 Kia Sportage

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Overview

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
Selected trimBaseLX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
MSRP$35,130$28,990 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,995 (best)—
Median listing price$37,295 (best)—
Highest listing price$43,810 (best)—
For sale now17 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)25 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal14.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
Horsepower177 hp187 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft (best)178 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft74.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)2,500 lbs
Payload850 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,295 lbs3,434 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in (best)7.1 in
Wheelbase113 in (best)108.5 in
Length188.1 in (best)184.4 in
Width74.7 in (best)73.4 in
Height67.5 in (best)65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseKia SportageLX
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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 CherokeeKia Sportage
1

Base

$35,130 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$28,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Laredo

$38,130 MSRP

LX

$30,790 MSRP

3

Limited

$40,130 MSRP

LX

$30,590 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$40,725 MSRP

EX

$30,790 MSRP

5

Trailhawk

$42,630 MSRP

EX

$32,590 MSRP

6

Overland

$43,130 MSRP

S

$31,290 MSRP

7—

S

$32,890 MSRP

8—

EX

$32,290 MSRP

9—

EX

$33,890 MSRP

10—

SX

$34,590 MSRP

11—

X-Line

$34,790 MSRP

12—

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

13—

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

14—

SX-Prestige

$36,590 MSRP

15—

SX-Prestige

$38,390 MSRP

16—

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

17—

X-Pro Prestige

$39,890 MSRP

18—

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Cherokee17 for sale

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Jeep Cherokee vs Kia Sportage FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Cherokee vs 2027 Kia Sportage on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $28,990. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $15,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).