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Compare Jeep Cherokee vs Volkswagen Tiguan

Jeep Cherokee
2020 Jeep Cherokee
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$25,740
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.3
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Volkswagen Tiguan
2020 Volkswagen Tiguan
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$24,945
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.9
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Overview

Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Jeep Cherokee
2014-2020 Jeep Cherokee Rear Angle View
2014-2020 Jeep Cherokee Dashboard
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Volkswagen Tiguan
2016-2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Rear Angle View
2016-2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque
171 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm
221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

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

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
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60TR17
P215/65HR17
Rear Tire
P225/60TR17
P215/65HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
25 MPG
City
22 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.0 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
15.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
347.6 miles
336.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
489.8 miles
443.7 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182 in
185.1 in
Height
65.7 in
66.3 in
Max Width
73.2 in
72.4 in
Front Width
62.7 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
63.1 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
106.5 in
109.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
7.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.1 in
40.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.4 in
39.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
57 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.8 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.3 in
36.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
55.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
49.9 in
N/A
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
27.9 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
33.8 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
47.8 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,590 lbs
3,777 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
1,500 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
54.7 ft³
65.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
25.8 ft³
33 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
25.8 ft³
12 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Bright White Clearcoat
  • Spitfire Orange Clearcoat, Build Out: 07/17/2019
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Pyrite Silver Metallic
  • Silk Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
  • Blue Shade Pearlcoat
  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat
  • Light Brownstone Pearlcoat
  • Olive Green Pearlcoat
  • Velvet Red Pearlcoat
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Storm Gray, Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Titan Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Optional
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

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

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
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
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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