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Welcome to the Jeep Cherokee vs Hyundai Tucson comparison. New for 2016 the Hyundai Tucson looks great on the outside and looks like a direct competitor to the Jeep Cherokee due to pricing and size. That said competitors only in those two areas since the the Jeep has the option of a real 4WD system. We like both for different reasons so interested to see how they compare.
Jeep Cherokee vs Hyundai Tucson exterior comparison: The Tucson looks good overall conservative and sporty the perfect template for an SUV. The Jeep Cherokee exterior design is an acquired taste. Overall it does work and the most ‘controversial’ design choice is mainly directed at the front end, after all sticking on a regular front end like the Tucson would be too normal, the rest of the body is quite normal though. We like the design choice by Jeep as the Cherokee does stand out and yet not what anyone here would call ugly. A bit like what they did with the Kia Sportage. We like both designs and consider them equal for different reasons.
Jeep Cherokee vs Hyundai Tucson interior comparison: The Jeep wins the interior comparison as it feel like a higher quality place to be in and the higher the model buy the better the interior. The graphics, buttons, knobs and quality plastics are all better then the Hyundai. The Tucson looks and feels quite normal to be in which is fair enough but not as nice as the Jeep Cherokee – which surprised us. Easy win to the Cherokee in this comparison.
Jeep Cherokee vs Hyundai Tucson engines and technology: The Jeep Cherokee has all the latest tech dependent on which model you get and out features the Tucson. The Cherokee has things like remote start, built it garage door remote, branded stereo system, ambient lighting, lots of hidden under seat and rear storage, electric rear hatch, 9 speed gearbox and so forth. The biggest problem with the Cherokee is of course reliability, it already doesn’t have a good track record with many recalls and complaints since release. The Hyundai Tucson we know will be the model of reliability which is expected of any Hyundai these days but we can’t help that feeling that the warranty claims are too good to be true.
Jeep Cherokee vs Hyundai Tucson drive comparison: No drive of the Tucson but the Jeep Cherokee really quite nice, the steering feel, ride and handling is good and the only issue is probably the stop start and gearbox in city traffic. We presume they’ve fix the problem by now.
The winner of the Jeep Cherokee Vs Hyundai Tucson is – a tie/draw/equal etc… Why? the only reason the result is a draw is because of the reliability aspect of the any Jeep, otherwise it would win this comparison. On paper the Jeep Cherokee especially the top range Cherokee Trailhawk version has all the features including a proper 4WD system and all the safety and comfort options you could want and it’s pricing is just about right. The Hyundai Tucson is underpowered and under specced when compared to the Cherokee.
| Jeep Cherokee | Hyundai Tucson |
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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 DOHC DI EFI VVT 1.6 Litre (1591cc) Claimed 130Kw @ 5500RPM Claimed 265Nm @ 1500RPM |
| Pentastar V6 Cylinder Petrol DOHC EFI VVT 3.2 Litre (3239cc) Claimed 200Kw @ 6500RPM Claimed 316Nm @ 4400RPM |
4 Cylinder Petrol 2 Litre (1999cc) DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 114Kw @ 6200RPM Claimed 192Nm @ 4000RPM |
| IL4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel 2.0 Litre (1956cc) Claimed 125Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 350Nm @ 1750RPM |
4 Cylinder Diesel 2.0 Litre (1995cc) DI Turbo DOHC EFI Claimed 136Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 400Nm @ 1750RPM |
| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1638Kg Towing capacity up to 1800Kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1556Kg Towing capacity up to 1600Kg |
| 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 62 litres IL4 1.6 Turbo Petrol 7.7 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Petrol 7.9 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Turbo Diesel 6.8 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 Auto/manual and 7 speed Auto Overall height/width 1660/1850 Overall length/wheelbase 4475/2670 4WD system: On demand AWD or 2WD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 245-45-19 or 225-60-17 |
| 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 ?? Departure ?? Breakover ?? Min ground clearance ??mm Water Fording depth ??mm Max |
| Performance | |
| Pricing | |
| 2015$27,490 – 52,000 AUD 2015$27,490 – 45,490 AUD 2014 $33,500 – 47,500 AUD |
2015 $27,990 – 45,490 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! |