The 2022 Honda CR-V and 2022 Jeep Cherokee offer comfort and affordability in family-oriented compact SUV packages. Here’s how they compare.
2022 Honda CR-V
2022 Honda CR-V Starting Price: $25,750 | Price yours or See listings near you
Above average: Hybrid version available; spacious interior; available four-wheel drive; Honda reliability and resale value.
Below average: The entry-level model lacks basics like Apple CarPlay; infotainment is not that user friendly.
Consensus: The Honda CR-V is praised for its fuel efficiency, spacious accommodations and impressive resale value. The addition of a hybrid model broadens the appeal to those looking to maximize fuel economy.
2022 Jeep Cherokee
2022 Jeep Cherokee Starting Price: $27,000 (estimated) | Price yours or See listings near you
Above average: Two available upgrade engines; genuine off-road ability; tows up to 4,500 pounds; recently upgraded technology.
Below average: Underwhelming base engine; small cargo space; resale and reliability are no better than average; no hybrid option.
Consensus: The 2022 Jeep Cherokee is still a suburban runabout that’s also in its element when the pavement runs out.
CR-V vs Jeep: Different approaches
Honda CR-V
The secret behind the Honda CR-V’s popularity is that it does almost everything well. A 190-horsepower 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine mated to a well-programmed continuously variable transmission (CVT) provides adequate acceleration and good fuel economy. It gets an EPA combined rating of 30 mpg with front-wheel drive (FWD) and 29 mpg with all-wheel drive (AWD), which is standard on the Touring and optional elsewhere.
You can also choose the CR-V Hybrid with standard all-wheel drive and 212 horsepower from its gas-electric powertrain that uses a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine. The hybrid model returns 38mpg and, as a bonus, is smoother and more refined. Both versions offer a pleasant ride and capable handling.
The interior is among the segment’s most spacious, if not the most luxurious. All but the base CR-Vs have a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, though more buttons and a settings button would be welcome.
All models include the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver assistance features that include forward collision warning with automatic braking, lane keep assist and adaptive cruise. However, blind spot monitoring and cross traffic warning are not available at the rear of the base LX.
Jeep Cherokee
The Cherokee is the compact SUV that doesn’t forget it’s also a Jeep. Don’t expect many changes for the 2022 model as the 2021 model received a tech upgrade with more standard driver assistance features.
The Jeep Cherokee is comfortable and maneuverable around town or on the highway, and it also has a reasonable degree of off-road capability. That’s especially true of the Trailhawk version, which gets more robust 4-wheel drive hardware. Other details get a more road-oriented system, while front-wheel drive is standard.
We recommend skipping the base 2.4-liter engine, as its 180 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque are underpowered in this application. The available 2.0-liter turbo is a smart choice, providing 270 horsepower as well as better mileage. A 3.2-liter V6 with 271 horsepower is also available, but fuel economy drops. All pairs with 9-speed automatic transmission.
Cargo capacity is only mediocre at 27.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 54.7 with the rear bench folded.
All Cherokees come with forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane keeping assist and rear cross-traffic alert. The infotainment system runs the user-friendly Uconnect touchscreen with either a 7- or an 8.4-inch screen.
Similarities
Compact 2-row SUVs with family-friendly features; NHTSA 5-star safety rating.
2022 Honda CR-V Advantages
Available hybrid powertrain; flexible interior space for cargo and passengers; high resale value.
2022 Jeep Cherokee Benefits
V6 engine option; more off-road capable; 9-speed automatic transmission.
Which one is right for me?
The 2022 Honda CR-V is the quintessential compact SUV. It delivers comfort, good fuel economy and high resale value in an affordable package.
The 2022 Jeep Cherokee offers a choice of powerplants along with the brand’s off-road capability with Trailhawk trim.
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| 2022 Honda CR-V | 2022 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Popular powertrains | ||
| Engine | 1.5-liter turbo I4 | 2.4-liter I4 |
| Horsepower | 190 hp at 5,600 rpm | 180 hp at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft at 2,000 rpm | 171 lb-ft at 4,600 rpm |
| Transfer | CVT | 9-speed automatic |
| Fuel economy | 30 mpg (28 city/34 hwy) | 25 mpg (22 city/31 hwy) |
| Also available | 2.0-liter I4 hybrid; AWD | 3.2-liter V6; 2.0-liter turbo I4; AWD |
| Specifications | ||
| Guarantee | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA overall safety | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Max seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 104.8 inches | 106.5 inches |
| Total length | 182.1 inches | 182.0 inches |
| Width | 73.0 inches | 73.2 inches |
| Height | 66.1 inches | 65.7 inches |
| Twist diameter | 37.4 feet | 37.6 feet |
| Standing height, front | 40.1 inches | 39.4 inches |
| Standing height, rear | 39.2 inches | 38.5 inches |
| Legroom, front | 41.3 inches | 41.1 inches |
| Legroom, rear | 40.4 inches | 40.3 inches |
| Shoulder room, front | 57.9 inches | 57.6 inches |
| Shoulder room, rear | 55.6 inches | 55.1 inches |
| EPA Passenger Volume | 105.9 cubic feet | 103.5 cubic feet |
| EPA cargo volume | 39.2/75.8 cubic feet | 54.7 cubic feet |