Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Chevrolet Equinox
$537
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Jeep Cherokee
$520
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Overall Reliability Rating
3
1
2
Above Average
The Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 23rd out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $537 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. While repairs tend to be more severe than average, these issues occur less often, so major repairs are infrequent for the Equinox.
4
Excellent
The Jeep Cherokee Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 9th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $520 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Cherokee.
“The key goes in and sometimes locks up. Had it to the shop and there is a special Chev lubricant you have to use to lubricate it. We also had to have the Trans Cooler replaced it started leaking.”
“The key goes in and sometimes locks up. Had it to the shop and there is a special Chev lubricant...”
The Jeep Cherokee ranks highest in value and ranks lowest in fuel economy.
“Bought my 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo new, it will be 21 years old in May, 2011. What a fantastic vehicle this has been. True, I don't drive a lot compared to most people, and the vehicle has been...”
“Bought my 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo new, it will be 21 years old in May, 2011. What a fantastic...”
The Jeep Cherokee and the Chevrolet Equinox are both compact, two-row SUVs. Both of them come with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive.
The Cherokee scores an advantage over the Equinox when it comes to their engines. The Cherokee’s 180 standard horsepower leads the Equinox’s 170-horsepower standard engine. It happens again when comparing their optional engines, as the Cherokee offers a 271-horsepower top engine that outdoes the Equinox and its 252-horsepower option. The Equinox also offers a diesel engine option, which is useful if you have some serious towing needs.
In terms of cargo space, the Jeep Cherokee loses out to the Chevrolet Equinox. The Cherokee has a total of 54.9 cubic feet with the rear seats down. The Equinox easily bests it, with its larger 63.5 cubic feet of space.
The next clear-cut comparison is on the driving qualities of the Jeep Cherokee and the Chevrolet Equinox. The Cherokee is superior in off-road capability, while the Equinox has great on-road driving manners that compare favorably to upscale European brands.
The Cherokee is the more powerful SUV in this comparison, and also has the best off-road chops. The Equinox is the more spacious SUV here, and also excels in overall on-road driving performance. Your choice will be based on what your SUV usage profile looks like. Each one is the right tool for a specific job.