2019 Buick Encore vs 2019 Jeep Cherokee
Overview | |
MSRP$25,045 | MSRP$23,200 |
Listings2968 | Listings708 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
2019 Jeep Cherokee Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Cherokee, in its various forms, is not like the rest of the compact crossover set. While most rivals offer rugged, capable vehicles, the Cherokee delivers more. Its 4-wheel-drive and terrain-management systems are proven, and the Cherokee’s Trailhawk trim is the only small SUV that can actually hang off-road with the likes of the iconic Jeep Wrangler. This capability puts it at a unique crossroads—it provides Jeep shoppers with a pretty capable SUV, but one that's more affordable than the Grand Cherokee. The Trailhawk also offers Wrangler buyers a potential alternative with better on-road manners. Add to this that the Cherokee has been redesigned for 2019. Are the looks enough to make compact SUV buyers flock to it? And is the Trailhawk capable enough to make a Jeep shopper consider a Cherokee over the Wrangler? | |
2019 Buick Encore Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 180 hp I4 | Engine1.4L 138 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 180 hp I4 | Engine Name1.4L 138 hp I4 |
Torque171 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.7 cu ft | Cargo Space18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3655 lbs | Curb Weight3237 lbs |
Height65.7 in | Height65.3 in |
Length182.0 in | Length168.4 in |
Width73.2 in | Width70.1 in |
Wheelbase106.2 in | Wheelbase100.6 in |
Maximum Payload1000 lbs | Maximum Payload1018 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,045 | $23,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The Jeep Cherokee, in its various forms, is not like the rest of the compact crossover set. While most rivals offer rugged, capable vehicles, the Cherokee delivers more. Its 4-wheel-drive and terrain-management systems are proven, and the Cherokee’s Trailhawk trim is the only small SUV that can actually hang off-road with the likes of the iconic Jeep Wrangler. This capability puts it at a unique crossroads—it provides Jeep shoppers with a pretty capable SUV, but one that's more affordable than the Grand Cherokee. The Trailhawk also offers Wrangler buyers a potential alternative with better on-road manners. Add to this that the Cherokee has been redesigned for 2019. Are the looks enough to make compact SUV buyers flock to it? And is the Trailhawk capable enough to make a Jeep shopper consider a Cherokee over the Wrangler? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 180 hp I4 | 1.4L 138 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6250 rpm | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 180 hp I4 | 1.4L 138 hp I4 |
Torque | 171 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6250 rpm | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.7 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3655 lbs | 3237 lbs |
Height | 65.7 in | 65.3 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 168.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in |
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 100.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1000 lbs | 1018 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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