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This is a Jeep Cherokee and Honda CR-V comparison. After comparing the Cherokee with the X-Trail recently it was clear that we needed to revisit the Honda CR-V in series 2 specification. While the Jeep Cherokee is newly one of our favorite SUVs we regard the CRV as consistently the best package to get. So we checked them both out again and concluded with surprising results.
Jeep Cherokee Vs Honda CRV exterior: While the Jeep Cherokee is a love it or hate it design the updated Honda CR-V is still for the middle ground for a good looking modern and conservative SUV as per the series one model but with additional exterior bling. The series 2 updates are not excessive or miss placed which is nice change. The seeming contrast is the Cherokee which looks like no other SUV front on but could be any other brand side and rear. It was clearly a brave decision much like what Mercedes did in the 1990s – to set a new design language for the brand and yes it does work. We like the look of both models.
Jeep Cherokee Vs Honda CRV interior: Car interior designs are getting better and the Jeep Cherokee is a great current example of what will probably be a standard over the next few years. Admittedly only in the high end versions will you get to see what is the designers intended. The Trailhawk edition in particular is a great place too be as it does approach traditional luxury cars. The dashboard in particular borrows the instruments are from the Grand Cherokee and look great. The CR-V series 2 interior update has helped lift the interior appearance in particular the top end versions but its core design is focused on functionality which is noticeable better then the Cherokee. The dashboard and instruments are still good to look but clearly not the latest LCD based and are good to look at. Both interiors are well presented but the Cherokee the the better quality materials and look overall but if you want space and functionality the CR-V is still the best choice.
Jeep Cherokee Vs Honda CR-V engine and technology: The Honda CR-V is just a refinement of the prior model and addresses some of the short falls of the prior model. Any Honda model 15 years used to represent the pinnacle of Japanese engineering and that it what endeared the brand to many. Indeed Honda’s where considered a rival to BMW at the least during its best decide. These days the models struggle to distance its self from the competition. Competition like the Jeep Cherokee which has taken a leap forward from the old model. There are so many technology upgrades and additions it’s hard to believe it’s a tradition Jeep. The class leading 9 speed transmission and optional multimode AWD system highlight the range.
Jeep Cherokee Vs Honda CR-V drive report: The CRV drive from an owners (series 1)prospective is surprisingly good. It’s reasonably quite smooth etc.. Look there is nothing we can add that hasn’t been said before. There is a hint of the older Honda’s in that it doesn’t lean over or fade out at the top end.
The conclusion to this comparison is clear, the Jeep Cherokee is one of the best presented SUV currently available. In the specification and showroom comparison it beats the Honda CR-V although not practicality. As always the biggest issue with any Jeep is long terms reliability. If even basic Jeep’s of the last decade have a number of issues it’s hard to imagine that a much more advanced version will have any less problems to deal with. (Eg. latest recall of the transmission in the US starting in March 2015) Let’s hope it works out because the Cherokee is a currently one of the most impressive small SUVs available – at this point in time. Meanwhile the conservative CR-V is still a decent SUV to consider and it definitely has the more practical interior despite being a few years older which is surprising.
| Jeep Cherokee | Honda CR-V |
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| Engines | |
| TigerShark MultiAir2 IL4 Cylinder Petrol DOHC EFI 2.4 Litre (2360cc) Claimed 130Kw @ 6400RPM Claimed 232Nm @ 46000PM |
IL4 Cylinder – Petrol – (R20A5) DOHC 16 Valve VVT 2.4 Litre (2354cc) Claimed 140Kw @ 7000RPM Claimed 222Nm @ 4400RPM |
| Pentastar V6 Cylinder Petrol DOHC EFI VVT 3.2 Litre (3239cc) Claimed 200Kw @ 6500RPM Claimed 316Nm @ 4400RPM |
IL4 Cylinder – Diesel – (D4HA) Turbo-charged – Intercooler Direct Injection – Common Rail 2 Litre (1995cc) Claimed 135Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 392Nm @ 1800-2500RPM |
| IL4 Cylinder Diesel Turbo 2.0 Litre (1956cc) Claimed 125Kw @ 000RPM Claimed 350Nm @ 000RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1638Kg Towing capacity up to 1800Kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1460 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| 60 litres TigerShark IL4 Petrol: 8.3 litres per 100km Pentastar V6: 10 litres per 100km IL Diesel: litres per 100km |
Up to 58 litres IL4 2.4 Petrol 8.7 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Diesel 7.5 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 9 speed Auto Overall height/width 1631/1859 Overall length/wheelbase 4623/2700 Drive system: AWD or 4WD or Front Only Tyre size: 235-60-17 235-55-18 NCAP safety rating 5/5 |
6 speed manual or 5 speed Auto Overall height/width 1685/1820 Overall length/wheelbase 4545/2620 Drive system: AWD or 4WD or Front Only ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 225-60-18 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Trailhawk version only! Approach 29.9 Departure 32.2 Breakover 22.9 Ground clearance (unloaded Trailhawk only) 221 mm Water Fording depth 508mm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
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| Pricing | |
| 2015$27,490 – 45,490 AUD 2014 $33,500 – 47,500 AUD |
2015$27,490 – 45,490 AUD 2014 $28,000 – 37,000 AUD 2013 $35,000 – 43,900 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! |