2021 Jeep Cherokee vs Chevy Equinox

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Need a stylish, capable SUV to lead you around Franklin, Greenwood, and New Whiteland, IN? You’ll find no shortage of options, that’s for sure. But which are the best?

At Fletcher CDJR, we believe this 2021 Jeep Cherokee vs Chevy Equinox comparison is a great place to start. To learn more about how these industry giants stack up, read on below!

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Cherokee vs Equinox Performance

The only proper way to kick off this comparison is by taking a look at the performance and capabilities of both the Jeep Cherokee and Chevy Equinox.

While the Equinox’s 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine showcases an impressive display of power and torque, it struggles to compete with the three available engine options of the Jeep Cherokee.

The standard 2.4L Tigershark® Multiair® engine doesn’t short on strength, with an output of 180 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque. Things only go up from there with either the available 3.2L Pentastar® V6 or 2.0L Turbo engines. The first of those two sees a jaw-dropping 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque, and the second takes another step up with a truly astonishing 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Performance and capability, however, extend far beyond just the power of the engine. For starters, there may be a time when your trips across or out of town call for something a bit larger to be trailered behind. Both SUVs will have you covered, but the Equinox’s 1,500-pound towing capacity falls short of the Cherokee’s 2,000 to 4,500-pound capacity, depending on how your Jeep is configured.

While the Equinox does feature an all-wheel drive configuration, it hardly competes with the off-road, all-weather capabilities of the Cherokee. When your journey takes you off the beaten bath, you’re going to love having the three available 4x4 systems of the Cherokee by your side.

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Cherokee vs Equinox Standard Safety

Interior comfort and entertainment aren’t the only aspects of the Cherokee and Equinox in which technology plays a crucial role. Both are fitted with the latest safety technology, designed for the protection of you and your passengers.

So, what safety systems can you expect standard in the Cherokee vs. the Equinox?

Feature	Jeep Cherokee	Chevy Equinox
Blind Spot Monitoring	v	X
Forward Collision Warning	v	v
Lane Departure Warning	v	v
Electronic Stability Control	v	v
Park Assist	v	X
Surround View Camera	v	v
Adaptive Cruise Control	v	X

While you’ll find that some of these additional features are made available in the Equinox, it’s hard to pass on the standard safety of the Cherokee.

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Cherokee vs Equinox Final Verdict

There’s no question that both the 2021 Jeep Cherokee and Chevy Equinox offer Franklin, Greenwood, and New Whiteland drivers some of the most capable SUVs on the market.

For those after extra power, advanced connectivity, and standard intuitive safety, however, the Jeep Cherokee clearly emerges victorious.

Contact or visit us at Fletcher CDJR to schedule a test drive of the 2021 Jeep Cherokee today!

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