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Jeep Cherokee vs Volkswagen Tiguan

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

Vehicles

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2027 Jeep Cherokee

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2027 Volkswagen Tiguan

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Overview

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
Selected trimBaseS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
MSRP$35,130$0 (best)
Lowest listing price$35,475 (best)—
Median listing price$37,585 (best)—
Highest listing price$43,810 (best)—
For sale now16 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)29 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)34 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal16 gal (best)

Performance

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
Horsepower177 hp201 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft (best)207 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Payload850 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,295 lbs3,563 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in (best)7 in
Wheelbase113 in (best)110 in
Length188.1 in (best)184 in
Width74.7 in (best)73 in
Height67.5 in (best)66 in

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseVolkswagen TiguanS
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 CherokeeVolkswagen Tiguan
1

Base

$35,130 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Laredo

$38,130 MSRP

S 4MOTION

$0 MSRP

3

Limited

$40,130 MSRP

SE

$0 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$40,725 MSRP

SE 4MOTION

$0 MSRP

5

Trailhawk

$42,630 MSRP

SE R-Line Black

$0 MSRP

6

Overland

$43,130 MSRP

SE R-Line Black

$0 MSRP

7—

SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION

$0 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Cherokee16 for sale

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Jeep Cherokee vs Volkswagen Tiguan FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Cherokee vs 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan starts lower at $0. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $35,475.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2027 Jeep Cherokee leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2027 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).