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Jeep Cherokee vs Honda CR-V

The reborn 2026 Jeep Cherokee and the Honda CR-V are both popular compact SUVs, but they take different paths. The short answer: the Cherokee is a hybrid with all-wheel drive standard and tows more, while the CR-V starts at a lower price with a gas engine and offers a hybrid and all-wheel drive as options. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Cherokee vs Honda CR-V: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Cherokee Honda CR-V
Starting MSRP About $36,995 About $30,500
Standard drive All-wheel drive Front-wheel drive (AWD available)
Powertrain 1.6L turbo hybrid (210 hp) 1.5L turbo gas (190 hp); hybrid available
Fuel economy (combined) Up to 37 mpg Up to 30 mpg gas; about 37 mpg hybrid
Max towing Up to 3,500 lbs Up to 1,500 lbs
Seating 5 5

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Cherokee Honda CR-V
Standard all-wheel drive Yes No (available)
Hybrid standard Yes No (available)
Combined mpg Up to 37 Up to 37 (hybrid)
Max towing Up to 3,500 lbs Up to 1,500 lbs

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Drivetrain and capability

The Cherokee includes all-wheel drive on every trim and tows up to 3,500 pounds, more than double the CR-V’s rating. The CR-V starts front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive available, and it is tuned mainly for on-road comfort rather than towing or trails.

Efficiency and price

The CR-V starts several thousand dollars lower and, in hybrid form, matches the Cherokee’s roughly 37 mpg. The difference is that the Cherokee includes the hybrid and all-wheel drive as standard, while the CR-V reaches its best mileage only when you step up to the hybrid.

Power and driving

The Cherokee’s hybrid makes 210 horsepower with standard all-wheel-drive traction. The gas CR-V uses a 190-horsepower turbo, with a hybrid option that adds electric torque and better efficiency.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the CR-V for a lower entry price and Honda’s strong reputation for resale. Choose the Cherokee for a standard hybrid, standard all-wheel drive, and far more towing. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Cherokee can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Cherokee vs Honda CR-V FAQ

Is the Jeep Cherokee better than the Honda CR-V?
It depends. The Cherokee includes a standard hybrid, standard all-wheel drive, and up to 3,500 pounds of towing. The CR-V starts at a lower price and offers a hybrid and all-wheel drive as options.
Does the CR-V come with all-wheel drive and a hybrid standard?
No. The CR-V starts as a gas front-wheel-drive model, with the hybrid and all-wheel drive available at extra cost. Every Cherokee includes both.
Which is more fuel efficient?
In hybrid form the CR-V matches the Cherokee at roughly 37 mpg combined. The gas CR-V is rated up to about 30 mpg. The Cherokee delivers its 37 mpg as standard.
Which tows more?
The Cherokee, at up to 3,500 pounds, versus about 1,500 pounds for the CR-V.
Is the Cherokee more expensive than the CR-V?
Yes, it starts higher, around $36,995 versus about $30,500, but it includes a hybrid and all-wheel drive as standard and tows more.
Which should I buy?
For a lower price and strong resale, the CR-V. For a standard hybrid, standard all-wheel drive, and more towing, the Cherokee. We can arrange a Cherokee test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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