2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee | Merrillville, IN
Looking to upgrade to a crossover SUV with rugged capabilities and contemporary style to complement every adventure? Two great choices to consider are the 2023 Kia Sportage and 2023 Jeep Cherokee, both of which offer impressive functionality, available off-road capability, and sophisticated innovation inside and out. Find out which is right for you when you read through this 2023 Sportage and Cherokee comparison crafted by the team at Southlake Kia in Merrillville, IN.
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2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee Exterior Design
The 2023 Kia Sportage and 2023 Jeep Cherokee both have many similar attributes while sporting unique and iconic styles. Each SUV boasts a ruggedly refined exterior with individual classic characteristics such as the bold, sleek front design of the Sportage or the seven-slot grille of the Cherokee. Some shared available features you can find on either model include a convenient hands-free power liftgate, functional roof rails, a panoramic sunroof, and luminous LED lighting.
If you like to take your adventures off the beaten path, each model offers all-terrain tires and strategically placed skid plates to help enhance your off-road experience. While both offer 17- and 18-inch wheel options, the Sportage adds stylish 19-inch wheels to your list of choices.
2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee Interior Design & Technology
Step into a welcoming, sophisticated cabin in either the 2023 Kia Sportage or 2023 Jeep Cherokee, and enjoy a wealth of amenities within arm’s reach. Both SUVs offer comfort-enhancing features like premium upholstery options, heated and ventilated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control, so passengers can stay relaxed along the entire journey.
When it comes to digital innovation, the 2023 Sportage and Cherokee both deliver an impressive selection of features. Each offers seamless smartphone connectivity through premium infotainment systems as well as unique wireless features — charging on the Sportage and a Wi-Fi® hotspot on the Cherokee. If you enjoy an immersive music experience, both models come standard with a six-speaker audio system, but also offer premium systems — an eight-speaker Harman Kardon® on the Sportage and a nine-speaker Alpine® system on the Cherokee.
Exclusively on the Sportage, you can opt for a visually stunning 12.3-inch dual-monitor display designed to provide easy access to essential driving information, apps, and navigation.
2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Satisfy your taste for thrilling adventure in both the 2023 Kia Sportage and 2023 Jeep Cherokee. While both Cherokee engines come standard with robust 4×4 capability, the Sportage engine offers a choice between front-wheel drive (FWD) for optimized fuel economy or all-wheel drive (AWD) with a multi-terrain mode for enhanced traction over various terrain types. Want to bring more along in tow? The 2023 Sportage delivers a maximum towing capacity of 2,500 pounds, and the Cherokee offers 2,000 pounds of maximum towing.
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2023 Kia Sportage
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Model
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2023 Jeep Cherokee
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2.5L I4
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Engine
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2.4L MultiAir® I4
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2.0L turbo I4
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187 HP
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Horsepower
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180 HP
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270 HP
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178 lb.-ft.
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Torque
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171 lb.-ft.
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295 lb.-ft.
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Eight-speed automatic
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Transmission
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Nine-speed automatic
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2,500 lbs.
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Max. Towing Capacity
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2,000 lbs.
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2,000 lbs.
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25 / 32
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MPG (city / hwy)
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21 / 29
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21 / 29
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2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee Size & Cargo Space
No matter what your storage needs entail, the 2023 Kia Sportage and 2023 Jeep Cherokee both provide ample room for up to five travelers. While each model is similar in size and passenger accommodations, the Sportage offers significantly more cargo space both with rear seats folded and upright. See the accompanying chart for a comparison of dimensions.
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2023 Kia Sportage
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Model
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2023 Jeep Cherokee
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Five
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Seating
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Five
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183.5 in.
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Max. Vehicle Length
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183.1 in.
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39.6 / 39.4 in.
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Headroom (First / Second Row)
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39.4 / 38.5 in.
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41.4 / 41.3 in.
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Legroom (First / Second Row)
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41.1 / 40.3 in.
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74.1 / 39.6 cu.-ft.
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Max. Cargo Volume (Behind First / Second Row)
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54.7 / 25.8 cu.-ft.
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2023 Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Cherokee Safety Options & Features
Whether you’re touring the city streets or hitting the open road for a cross-country trip, the 2023 Kia Sportage and 2023 Jeep Cherokee offer a host of innovative safety features and driver assistance technologies. Each SUV lends added peace of mind with available features like blind spot assistance, a lane keeping system, and adaptive cruise control, so you can stay aware at all times.
Exclusive features found on the Sportage include a helpful blind spot view monitor located in the instrument cluster, a 360-degree monitor, driver attention warning, and highway driving assist, so you can rest easy knowing your most precious cargo is supported on the go.
