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2023 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2023 Kia Sorento Review

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2023 Jeep
Cherokee

MSRP*: $37,695 to $41,295
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2023 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $30,090 to $43,690
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 25 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 54.7 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 180-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 270 hp 191 - 281 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.9 - 183.1 in 189.0 in
Exterior Width 73.2 - 74.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Jeep Cherokee, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia Sorento offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Jeep Cherokee, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Kia Sorento requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Cherokee, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Cherokee is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sorento.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Cherokee is much slimmer than the Kia Sorento, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Jeep Cherokee is slightly shorter than the Kia Sorento, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Kia Sorento is clearly the choice over the Jeep Cherokee for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Cherokee has a lot less horsepower than the Kia Sorento.

Powertrain
The Jeep Cherokee has much lower torque than the Kia Sorento, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Jeep Cherokee has less seating than the Kia Sorento, making the Kia Sorento the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Jeep Cherokee has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sorento.