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Between the Jeep Wrangler vs. Jeep Cherokee, you’ll find two distinctive personalities that are unmistakably Jeep. Both models are incredibly tough and durable, but which one is right for you? Check out our Jeep comparison from DuPage CDJR in Glendale Heights, near Naperville and St. Charles, to determine whether the sporty Wrangler or sleek Cherokee is right for you!
The Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Cherokee offer two different experiences for the road. The Jeep Cherokee is a more traditional of the two options. It’s a sleek crossover SUV with four doors and an upscale look that can go from weekday work to weekend adventure in a snap. The Jeep Wrangler has a sportier look with two- or four-door body design, along with your choice of hard or soft top.
| Jeep Wrangler | CATEGORY | Jeep Cherokee |
| Two- or Four-Door | Body Style | Four-Door |
| Hard or Soft Top | Top Design | Standard |
| Compact SUV | Type | Crossover SUV |
The Jeep Wrangler specs reflect its sporty look with athletic engineering. Generating up to 285 hp and up to 3,500 pounds of towing power, this powerhouse is ready for anything. But the Jeep Cherokee is no slouch either with 270 hp and up to 4,500 pounds of towing power when properly equipped. And don’t forget about Jeep’s legendary 4×4 systems, found on both models.
| Jeep Wrangler | CATEGORY | Jeep Cherokee |
| 3.6L V6 | Standard Engine | 2.4L I4 engine |
| 2.0L I4 turbo engine | Optional Engine | 3.2L V6 or 2.0L I4 turbo |
| 6-Speed Manual or 8-Speed Auto | Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic |
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*Model image is of 2018 Jeep Cherokee.
