Buying a compact SUV requires a lot of research for families or active buyers looking for a versatile model. The good news is that there are a lot of models on the market and almost all manufacturers offer a quality model in this niche. At Kia, the 2020 Sportage is the model that represents the brand in this competitive segment. It faces quite a bit of competition which includes the 2020 Jeep Cherokee.
The Jeep Cherokee is the king of compact sport utility vehicles when it comes to off-road driving. That said, when it comes to staying on the road, the 2020 Kia Sportage will impress you as it outperforms the Jeep Cherokee in terms of power, fuel economy, handling and also price. Let's take a closer look.
The 2020 Kia Sportage is powered out of the gate by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder developing 181 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2020 Jeep Cherokee also has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine, but with a 9-speed automatic transmission that has had some problems with reliability. Developing 180 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque, this engine is a little less powerful than the Sportage’s powertrain, but also less fuel-efficient. Its average consumption is 11.2 litres per 100 kilometres in the city compared to 10.8 litres per 100 kilometres for the 2020 Kia Sportage.
In the trunk, the 2020 Kia Sportage has a cargo capacity of 868 litres to 1,703 litres while the 2020 Jeep Cherokee offers 731 litres to 1,555 litres.
Finally, the 2020 Jeep Cherokee has a starting price of more than $30,000 while the 2020 Kia Sportage is one of the most affordable SUVs in the compact SUV segment starting at just over $25,000.
Come learn more about the 2020 Kia Sportage today!
