Bob Brady Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT
There are ample choices if you’re looking for a compact SUV, and if you are wondering why you need one, let us explain. You see, compact SUVs offer a great value proposition of practicality and versatility in a smaller road footprint. With urban centers becoming increasingly crowded, less car-friendly, and parking at a premium, options such as the 2023 Jeep Cherokee and the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox start to look highly appealing for couples and small families.
The 2023 Cherokee is based on the KL generation that was facelifted in 2019 and received some changes in 2022. The 2023 Equinox is based on its third generation, which was refreshed in 2022. How do they compare in the quest for the best compact SUV? We'll find out by comparing the new Cherokee vs. Equinox in terms of their interior, safety, and performance characteristics.
And if you want to experience the new Cherokee, simply call the sales team of Bob Brady Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat in Decatur, IL, and we’ll be glad to arrange a test drive for you.
The 2023 Cherokee and the 2023 Equinox are rated for up to five adults in their passenger cabins, but you’ll find four to be a more comfortable number on longer journeys. The 2023 Cherokee offers 101 cubic feet of space, while the 2023 Equinox gives you 99 cubic feet in exchange for slightly more cargo space than the 26 cubic feet of the 2023 Cherokee.
The 2023 Cherokee's cabin sports a distinctive design language that sets it apart from other Jeep products. Contrast this with the generic, corporate-looking interior of the 2023 Equinox, and the latter just feels like any other Chevy. Both compact SUVs offer amenities such as heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and plenty of cupholders. Higher trims of the 2023 Cherokee also receive ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a remote engine start function, and leather seating.
Infotainment needs are taken care of by standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for the 2023 Cherokee and the 2023 Equinox. Every 2023 Cherokee has an 8.4-inch touch screen with the latest uConnect software and features. This is way better than the 7-inch touch screen on the lower trims of the 2023 Equinox. The largest screen available on the Chevy is an 8-inch unit, still smaller than what the Jeep offers.
Every 2023 Jeep Cherokee has an all-wheel-drive system and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The base engine is a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter 4-cylinder with 180 horsepower, but you can also have a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with 270 horsepower.
Choose the Trailhawk trim, and the 2023 Cherokee gears up for proper off-road duty with increased ground clearance, more aggressive tires, Jeep’s Active Drive Lock 4x4 system with dedicated modes, hill descent control, low range, and more. The 2023 Cherokee can also tow up to 4,000 pounds when equipped with the optional Trailer Tow Group package.
In contrast, the 2023 Equinox's 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder seems weedy, with its mere 175 horsepower and six-speed automatic gearbox. Drive goes to the front wheels as standard, but you can option an all-wheel-drive system if desired. This doesn't endow it with any proper off-road capabilities like on the Jeep; instead, it's for better traction in slippery road conditions. The towing limit for the 2023 Equinox is 3,500 pounds, depending on trim and spec.
Regarding safety features, the 2023 Cherokee beats the 2023 Equinox, as it adds standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert to an already impressive set of safety features. Both compact SUVs come with airbags, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, automated emergency braking, child safety locks, stability control, and forward collision warning across their ranges.
If you want just another compact SUV, the 2023 Equinox is enough, but if you want something great, you should choose the 2023 Cherokee. It's our pick in this Jeep vs. Chevrolet matchup because it offers a nicer and better-equipped cabin, more powerful engines, and better safety specs. It can also venture off-road when required. Now, it’s time to come to Bob Brady Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat in Decatur, IL, and check out the 2023 Cherokee for yourself. Then, you'll see how great it is.
