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Jeep Cherokee
2023 Jeep Cherokee
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$37,695
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.4
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Subaru Forester
2023 Subaru Forester
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$29,695
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Jeep Cherokee
2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee Rear Angle View
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2022-2023 Subaru Forester Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
171 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,875 lbs
3,528 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
1,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
29 MPG
City
21 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.4 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
331.8 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
458.2 miles
547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.1 in
182.7 in
Height
66.2 in
68.1 in
Max Width
73.2 in
71.5 in
Front Width
62.7 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
63.1 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
106.6 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.1 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.4 in
40.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.8 in
54.5 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
37.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
49.9 in
53.5 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
54.7 ft³
69.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
25.8 ft³
26.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
25.8 ft³
26.9 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
36.1 in
43.3 in
Box Height (Area)
30.7 in
32.4 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65TR17
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P225/65TR17
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Bright White Clearcoat
  • Autumn Green Metallic
  • Brilliant Bronze Metallic
  • Cascade Green Silica
  • Crimson Red Pearl
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat
  • Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat
  • Hydro Blue Pearlcoat
  • Sting-Gray Clearcoat
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Premium Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray, Premium Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Automatic Parking
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Optional
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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