Two of the most noteworthy names in adventure are Subaru and Jeep. If you’re ready to take the wheel of a fun and versatile vehicle that can handle pavement and dirt trails alike, you may be ready to look at the exciting Subaru Forester and the Jeep Cherokee. Both models are compact SUVs, and both are highly capable.
Choose the one that can kick off your next trek around Old Bridge, Freehold, Tinton Falls, and Staten Island, NJ to make every drive easier! Compare the Forester and the Cherokee with our team at All-American Subaru and let us know when you want to learn more.
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Will you find all the cabin space you need in the compact class? If the Forester and the Cherokee are any indication, the answer is a resounding yes! Both models provide spacious seating for five plus plenty of comfort features to help you and your passengers relax on the road.
Available panoramic moonroofs are a space-enhancing feature that make these SUVs feel roomier and more open than you might be used to. Even the rear-seat passengers can get in on the fun and enjoy a stunning panoramic view when the weather is nice!
When it comes to cargo, however, the Forester bests the competition with a maximum cargo volume of 74.2 cubic feet. This is one of the most spacious totals in the segment! The Forester provides more space for your gear than the Cherokee and its 54.7 cubic feet of available cargo volume.
While having plenty of cargo space is nice, having room to stretch your legs is important, too. These SUVs offer a lot of room for both cargo and passengers. In fact, the Jeep Cherokee offers 39.4 inches of headroom in the front and 38.5 inches in the rear row.
If you’re traveling with taller passengers, though, you’ll want to go with the Subaru, which has 41.2 inches of front headroom and 39.6 inches of rear headroom to offer.
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The Subaru Forester and the Jeep Cherokee are both made for the wilderness. The Subaru even has a Wilderness trim level. Both SUVs are prepared to tackle the trails with a bevy of off-road features.
The Cherokee offers 4x4 systems, so you’ll have traction when you need it most. Still, these are available features. Only the Forester comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) to provide extra grip.
The beauty of Symmetrical AWD lies in its simplicity. Since the engine is mounted in line with the drivetrain, power can be delivered seamlessly to all four wheels without the help of additional drivetrain components or an overly complex design.
When it comes to keeping your drive smooth, you’ll want to take a look at the transmissions in these SUVs. For instance, the Jeep provides a 9-speed automatic transmission, which will definitely offer a smooth ride.
However, the Subaru Forester takes it a step further with its standard Lineartronic® CVT (Continually Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Control. If you want to have more command of your drive, a manual mode is also available.
The Forester and the Cherokee are off-road ready. However, for serious off-roaders, two trim levels stand out from the rest: the Forester Wilderness and the Cherokee Trailhawk. Let’s take a look to find out which one has the better features for your next adventure.
The Trailhawk features the best of Jeep 4x4 systems and a series of off-road modes. The Wilderness comes with dual-function X-MODE®, re-tuned with settings for Deep Snow/Mud. So, is it the Subaru or the Jeep SUV that will rise to your off-road challenge?
If you want to clear the brush, rocks, and jagged ground beneath your vehicle, it’s the Wilderness. With an enhanced ground clearance of 9.2 inches, it rises above the other Forester trim levels. It also bests the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, which clocks in with just 8.7 inches of ground clearance.
So, where are you headed? Whether you’re hitting the lake or going camping, you’ll want to bring along your adventuring equipment and cargo. With an extra-wide rear gate opening, the Subaru Forester will make it easy to pack.
In fact, the Forester offers up to 74.2 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats folded down. As for the Jeep Cherokee, it maxes out at just 54.7 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Are you ready to embrace your inner adventurer in the Subaru Forester or the Jeep Cherokee? It’s actually an easy choice between them if you want more cargo space, attractive Symmetrical AWD, and extra ground clearance when you’re out there in “the Wilderness.”
We invite our Old Bridge, Freehold, Tinton Falls, and Staten Island, NJ readers to see the Subaru SUV in action. Test drive the Forester today at All-American Subaru to find out if it satisfies your thirst for adventure!
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