2023 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2024 Kia Sportage Review

Picture of the 2023 Jeep Cherokee

2023 Jeep
Cherokee

MSRP*: $37,695 to $41,295
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Sportage

2024 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,190 to $37,990
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 23 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 26 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.7 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 180-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-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 187 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 182.9 - 183.1 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.2 - 74.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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
The Jeep Cherokee offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage, with comparable head- and legroom. The Jeep Cherokee offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Cherokee as you will with the Kia Sportage, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Sportage.

Dimensions
The Jeep Cherokee is about the same width as the Kia Sportage. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Cherokee takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sportage.

Handling
The Jeep Cherokee has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Jeep Cherokee, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage. The Jeep Cherokee has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sportage.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Cherokee doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Kia Sportage.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Cherokee and the Kia Sportage. The Jeep Cherokee has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sportage.