Comparison - Dodge Journey SE 2018 - vs - Jeep Cherokee 2017

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Dodge JC,Dodge JCUV

Also called:

Jeep Liberty

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Make: 
Average Price: 
27,195
Updated: 
09 Feb 2018
30,373
Updated: 
30 Nov 2016
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2017
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
21.10gals
15.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#5C6467
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Pearl White Tri-Coat
#D7DCD9
Pitch Black Clear Coat
#000000
Redline 2 Pearl Coat
#A20D00
White
#FFFFFF
Color: 
Billet Metallic Clear Coat
#5C6467
DB Black Pearl Coat
#000000
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
#660B0A
Granite Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Light Brownstone Pearl Coat
#A99F93
White Knuckle Clear Coat
#FFFFFF

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2018 Dodge Journey ranked #19 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Dodge Journey has a score of 7.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 55 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Smooth ride
User-friendly infotainment system
Extremely low price

Cons
Unimpressive engines
Below-average cargo space
Lower safety score than rivals
Fewer tech features than competitors

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 Dodge Journey should be available at big discounts, which is the only way we’d consider it over far more polished rivals.

Pros
Low price
Seven-seat capability
Good optional infotainment
Versatile interior

Cons
Bad safety scores
Limited features
Dated feel
Underwhelming in almost every way

By: 
thecarconnection.com

For 2018, the Journey's third-row seat is now standard on all trim levels.

Pros
Extra versatility provided by standard three-row seat
Low price for the segment

Cons
Handling and drivability lag behind competitors
Disappointing and outdated base engine and transmission
Below-average fuel economy
Lacks many modern safety and convenience features, even in top trims

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2017 Jeep Cherokee still antes up considerable trail-riding talent, but other crossover SUVs do a better job of daily driving.
The name is one of the oldest applied to a modern-day SUV, but the 2017 Jeep Cherokee is no Conestoga wagon. It's a thoroughly modern family wagon, recast from its hardcore sport-utility roots into something much broader, more capable in all sorts of conditions.

Pros
Family-sized interior (albeit with no third row)
Daring exterior
Front seat comfort
Quick enough with the base engine
Strong active-safety set

Cons
Exterior styling doesn't feel fully committed-to
Numb steering
Gas mileage okay but not excellent
Transmission woes come and go

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Jeep Cherokee ranks 13 out of 18 Compact SUVs. The 2017 Jeep Cherokee combines an upscale and spacious cabin with good off-road capability. Although you can find a smoother ride and larger cabin in competitors like the Honda CR-V or Ford Escape, the Cherokee’s off-road capability means it strikes a pretty rare balance in this class.

Pros
Premium-quality cabin
Spacious and comfortable seating
Great off-road capability with 4WD option

Cons
Sluggish base engine
Below-average fuel economy
Small cargo space

By: 
usnews.com

The 2017 Cherokee gets only minor equipment revisions, including standard xenon headlights on every trim but the base Sport. This is also the first full year for the top-of-the-line Overland trim that was introduced in mid-2016.

Pros
Available V6 engine provides smooth and assertive power
Absorbent suspension smooths out rough surfaces
Capable and user-friendly 8.4-inch touchscreen on many models
Trailhawk offers unique off-road capability for a small crossover.

Cons
Sluggish acceleration with four-cylinder engine
Less cargo capacity than other small crossovers.

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
16.00mpg
24.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
33.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
6
v
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.60L
3.20L
Torque: 
260ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
239ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
Horsepower: 
283hp
at 6 350rpm
271hp
at 6 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.50Feet
38.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
no
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
keyless ignition
manual driver seat easy entry
Dual zone air conditioning
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
192.40in
182.00in
Width: 
72.20in
74.90in
Height: 
66.60in
67.30in
Ground Clearance: 
7.40in
8.70in
Front Track: 
61.80in
62.00in
Rear Track: 
62.30in
62.00in
Wheel Base: 
113.80in
106.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.80
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
39.90
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
40.80in
41.10in
Rear leg room: 
36.10in
40.30in
Front Hip Room: 
53.80in
53.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.50in
57.60in
Rear Hip Room: 
54.40in
49.90in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.90in
55.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
67.60cu.ft
54.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
2500lbs
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
39.60cu.ft
24.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
21.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
27.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4238.00lbs
4046.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
1 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
hands-free entry
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
6-Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium Cloth
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Premium leather
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Ventilated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Manual Folding Bench Third Row Seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding with pass-thru center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Heated steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
Mast antenna
6 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
Memorized settings includes audio system
1 subwoofer(s)
9 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Memory card slot
USB connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Rear window wiper
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent wipers
Rear power liftgate door
Alloy Wheels: 
no
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 6.5
18 x 7.0
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Underbody mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
full wheel covers
steel wheels
Null spare wheel
All season tires
Polished alloy wheels
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Rear height adjustable headrests
Post-collision safety system
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Post-collision safety system

Options

Packages: 
Quick Order Package 28V
MOPAR Chrome Appearance Group
Popular Equipment Group
Blacktop Package
MOPAR All Weather Group
Comfort/Convenience Group (Fleet)
Security Group (Fleet)
Connectivity Group
Safe and Sound Group (Fleet)
Quick Order Package 27M
Heavy Duty Protection Group
Technology Group
Exterior Options: 
17" X 6.5" Aluminum Wheels
Front License Plate Attachment Screws
Power Front/Fixed Rear Full Sunroof
Full Size Spare Tire
Interior Options: 
Radio 4.3S (Fleet)
Uconnect Voice Command w/Bluetooth (Fleet)
Single Disc Remote CD Player
Tonneau Cover
Wireless Charging Pad

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, premium cloth
#1D1D1D
Black, premium cloth
#131313
Black/Light Frost Beige, premium cloth
#928468
Black/Light Frost Beige, premium cloth
#A5977B
Color: 
Black, leather
#3A3A3A
Black, premium leather
#323232
Black/Light Frost Beige, leather
#8F887B
Black/Light Frost Beige, premium leather
#736C5F
Indigo Blue/Brown, leather
#474A54
Indigo Blue/Brown, premium leather
#63544A