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This is the new Jeep Cherokee vs Holden Equinox comparison for 2019. We haven’t done a comparison with the Jeep Cherokee for a few years as it is a largely forgotten model and hampered by bad press for the brand (but not for the Cherokee model) over the last few years. We think it is a decent enough SUV and arguably one of the first of a new generation from the brand. It was clearly ahead at least technically, of the last generation RAV4 but has that changed with the all new Toyota?
Jeep Cherokee vs Holden Equinox exterior design : The latest advertising for the Holden Equinox seeks to explain how good it looks but we think: only if you haven’t moved on from the late 1990’s. That said it’s not ugly but it’s not a super model either. The Equinox simply looks like a cheap SUV due mainly to the choice of paint quality and it’s derivative design. The Jeep Cherokee design may have started bold and different but with age it’s become conservative and even more so with the latest redesign. Nonetheless less the better paint and thicker looking panels gives it a more upmarket look. We think its funny how the original different looking Cherokee was the reason why is has sold so well and the ‘updated design’ is a step backwards and a signal for a sales decline.
Jeep Cherokee vs Holden Equinox interior: The Jeep interior may be a relatively simple T-bar design but the quality of materials and little Jeep icons is better than the clearly ‘designed for affordability’ Equinox interior. Honestly the Equinox feels like Daewoo designed and made the car, it’s the lower end brand at least in perception compared to the much improved Kia and Hyundai. It’s not a Chevrolet … which is the ‘working class’ brand in the US and that also means Daewoo.
Jeep Cherokee vs Holden Equinox engines and technology: The Equinox has a decent 2 litre turbo petrol 4 cylinder engine as an option and is the pick of the choices. The 2019 introduction of the diesel confirms how far behind Holden is in the market. Diesel engines no longer the has fuel efficient advantage or the low rev torque factor. They cost more to buy, maintain and refuel. On the other hand the V6 Cherokee is the best engine option to get with traditional power delivery. We like the V6 but it is little noisy and not particularly fuel efficient. Safety systems are based on which model grade you choose but the Cherokee is better due to auto brakes as standard across the range. The Jeep Cherokee is also better as it has a genuine 4WD hardware for no price penalty the Trailhawk version.
The conclusion to the new Jeep Cherokee vs Holden Equinox comparison is the Jeep Cherokee. It is easy to arrive at the conclusion that the Cherokee is the better SUV as you get more safety systems as standard, genuine 4WD hardware as an option, the perception of better quality materials and at the same price as the Equinox. Sure you may argue that the Equinox is starts at a cheaper price and is bigger but it’s a very low base model and it’s a stripper with a manual gearbox.
| Holden Equinox | Jeep Cherokee |
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| Engines | |
| IL 4 Cylinder Petrol – 91 Octane DOHC EFI VVT 1.5 Litre (1490cc) Claimed 127Kw @ 5600RPM Claimed 275Nm @ 4000RPM |
TigerShark MultiAir2 IL4 Cylinder Petrol DOHC EFI 2.4 Litre (2360cc) Claimed 130Kw @ 6400RPM Claimed 229Nm @ 3900PM |
| IL4 Cylinder Petrol – 95 Octane 2.0 Litre (1998cc) DOHC Engine EFI Claimed 188Kw @ 5500RPM Claimed 353Nm @ 2500RPM |
Pentastar V6 Cylinder Petrol DOHC EFI VVT 3.2 Litre (3239cc) Claimed 200Kw @ 6500RPM Claimed 315Nm @ 4400RPM |
| IL 4 Cylinder Diesel Turbo DI CR 1.6 Litre (1598cc) Claimed 100Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 2000RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1528 Kg Towing capacity up to 1800kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1638Kg Towing capacity up to 2200Kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 55 litres L4 1.5 Turbo Diesel 5.9 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 1.5 Turbo Petrol 6.9 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 2.0 Turbo Petrol 8.2 Lts per 100km AVG |
60 litres TigerShark IL4 Petrol: 8.3 litres per 100km Pentastar V6: 10 litres per 100km IL Diesel: litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed Manual or 6 / 9 Speed Auto Overall height/width 1661/1843 Overall length/wheelbase 4652/2725 4WD system: FWD or AWD NCAP safety rating 5/5 |
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 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 188mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
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 |
| Performance | |
| 0-100kph 4 Cylinder 10.5 0-100kph 6 Cylinder 7.5 |
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| Pricing | |
| 2019 $27,990 – $49,290 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! |
2019 $35,990 – 49,990 AUD 2015 $27,490 – 52,000 AUD 2015 $27,490 – 45,490 AUD 2014 $33,500 – 47,500 AUD |