2026 Jeep Cherokee vs 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
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MSRP$38,300 | MSRP$35,000 |
Listings842 | Listings3139 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Reviews Summary | |
2026 Jeep Cherokee Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Cherokee returns for the 2026 model year after a two-year hiatus. It’s once again a compact crossover SUV aimed at popular models such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4, but it features more traditional styling than its predecessor. That’s not the only thing about the Cherokee that got a major rethink. This is also the first Cherokee — and the only current North American-market Jeep — with a hybrid powertrain. Verdict: The redesigned Cherokee successfully merges traditional Jeep styling with the winning template for mainstream crossover SUVs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 210 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X4 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.08 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 210 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X4 |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.08 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space40.3 cu ft | Cargo Space33.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4165 lbs | Curb Weight4295 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height67.5 in |
Length195.6 in | Length188.1 in |
Width88.5 in | Width83.6 in |
Wheelbase117.3 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1102 lbs | Maximum Payload850 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,300 | $35,000 |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | The Jeep Cherokee returns for the 2026 model year after a two-year hiatus. It’s once again a compact crossover SUV aimed at popular models such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4, but it features more traditional styling than its predecessor. That’s not the only thing about the Cherokee that got a major rethink. This is also the first Cherokee — and the only current North American-market Jeep — with a hybrid powertrain. Verdict: The redesigned Cherokee successfully merges traditional Jeep styling with the winning template for mainstream crossover SUVs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 1.6L 210 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X4 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.08 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 1.6L 210 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X4 |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.08 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 40.3 cu ft | 33.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4165 lbs | 4295 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 67.5 in |
Length | 195.6 in | 188.1 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 83.6 in |
Wheelbase | 117.3 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1102 lbs | 850 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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