Jeep Cherokee vs Subaru XV Crosstrek

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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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek

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Overview

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
Selected trim	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	2.0i PZEV
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Transmission	continuously variable-speed automatic	5-speed manual
Engine type	hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2015

Pricing & market

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
MSRP	$35,000	$21,595 (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)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
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	15.9 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
Horsepower	177 hp (best)	148 hp
Torque	221 lb-ft (best)	145 lb-ft
Engine size	1.6 L	2 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	flat 4

Size & capability

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	5 (best)
Cargo volume	68.3 cu ft (best)	51.9 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,500 lbs (best)	—
Payload	850 lbs (best)	—
Curb weight	4,295 lbs	3,109 lbs (best)
Ground clearance	8 in	8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase	113 in (best)	103.7 in
Length	188.1 in (best)	175.2 in
Width	74.7 in (best)	70.1 in
Height	67.5 in (best)	63.6 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Subaru XV Crosstrek2.0i PZEV
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	—	4 / 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	Subaru XV Crosstrek
1	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)	2.0i PZEV $21,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	Laredo $38,000 MSRP	2.0i Premium PZEV $22,295 MSRP
3	Limited $40,000 MSRP	2.0i Premium PZEV $23,295 MSRP
4	Limited Altitude $40,595 MSRP	2.0i Limited PZEV $24,795 MSRP
5	85th Anniversary Edition $40,905 MSRP	Hybrid $25,995 MSRP
6	Overland $43,000 MSRP	Hybrid Touring $29,295 MSRP

Trim

Jeep Cherokee

Subaru XV Crosstrek

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

$35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.0i PZEV

$21,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Laredo

$38,000 MSRP

2.0i Premium PZEV

$22,295 MSRP

Limited