{"id":5576,"date":"2015-03-28T08:37:58","date_gmt":"2015-03-28T08:37:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dixonarchive.com\/motorblog\/?p=5576"},"modified":"2015-03-28T08:37:58","modified_gmt":"2015-03-28T08:37:58","slug":"jeep-cherokee-vs-nissan-x-trail-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dixonarchive.com\/motorblog\/jeep-cherokee-vs-nissan-x-trail-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Jeep Cherokee Vs Nissan X-Trail comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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2015 Jeep Cherokee<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>\n
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This is a new Jeep X-Cherokee and Nissan X-Trail comparison. Both are new models and where released in late 2014 and we finally get a decent look at both models. Both represent the latest design themes from their brands and we actually like both models.<\/p>\n

Jeep Cherokee Vs Nissan X-Trail exterior: The Cherokee is an interesting design at the front end while side and rear on its pretty much standard but the squared off wheel arches are a different touch. Overall it’s a good effort as the front integrates nicely with the rest of the car. The Jeep also does not look big and yet fits right into the highly competitive ‘correctly sized’ SUV like the CRV, CX-5 and the X-Trail. In comparison X-Trail’s design is ultimately conservative but it does look good. The rear end is the only questionable design choice as it makes it look thinner than it is. We applaud the daring Cherokee front end design and integration but the more conservative X-Trail looks good too. We don’t have a preference here.<\/p>\n

Jeep Cherokee Vs Nissan X-Trail\u00a0interior: The interior design and quality of the new Cherokee (even the base models) is right up to date and looks good in base and more so in the top range spec Trailhawk. The theme is more current ‘business car’ class with ‘busy’ impression. However you could also describe it as luxury car class although they tend to be minimal and that can only apply to the top end models. It uses VW like metal surrounds to distract but goes beyond VW by including very nice looking and feeling seats to impress (in some models). Indeed we think that the Cherokee has the best looking interior in the class in terms of quality of materials and build although does feel smaller than the Nissan. We regarded the X-trail interior as one of the best in the size class. In comparison the Cherokee’s design the X-Trail is clean and conservative with few creases and fitted with good quality materials. It looks and feels good in a lounge like ambience. Which one is better is your personal preference as both are very good.<\/p>\n

Jeep Cherokee Vs Nissan X-Trail engine and technology: Once again the new Cherokee is a huge leap from the old model. There are so many technology upgrades and additions it’s hard to believe it’s a traditional Jeep. The class leading 9 speed transmission and optional multimode AWD system highlight the range. The Nissan has its fair share of tech but the average carry over engines and lack of a diesel AWD auto version and CVT for other variants make it reliable but old. The Jeep Cherokee wins with decent engine options and a regular but impressive 9 speed gearbox.<\/p>\n

The conclusion to this comparison is clear, the Jeep Cherokee is the most modern and arguable best presented SUV currently available. The Cherokee also gets extra points because it is cheaper and you get more equipment. In the specification and showroom comparison it beats the Nissan if you prefer the sports car like ambiance and the standout front end design. The biggest issue with any Jeep is long term reliability. If even basic Jeep’s of the last decade have a number of issue it’s hard to imagine that a much more advanced version will have any less problems to deal with. Let’s hope it works out because the Cherokee is arguably the most impressive small SUV available – at this point in time.<\/p>\n

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