Jeep Cherokee vs Audi SQ8
What's the difference?

Jeep Cherokee

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2020 price

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Audi SQ8

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2025 price

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Summary

2020 Jeep Cherokee

2025 Audi SQ8

By Tom White

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

V6, 3.2L

Twin Turbo V8, 4.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

10.2L/100km (combined)

11.9L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Impressive equipment
Some genuine off-road ability
Comfort

Understated but elegant looks
Gusty engine that delivers serious power
Comfortably fits a large family

Dislikes

Thirsty V6
Boot could be bigger
Pricey servicing

Never hits any thrilling notes
Technology is harder than it needs to be
Internal storage could be better

2020 Jeep Cherokee Summary

So, you’ve seen the mainstream mid-size SUV players, and you’re looking for something… a little different.

Maybe you’re even looking for something with some off-road ability, and that’s maybe caused you to steer away from segment heavyweights like the Hyundai Tucson, Toyota RAV4, or Mazda CX-5.

Am I right so far? Maybe you’re just curious to find out what one of Jeep’s main models offers in 2020. Either way, I spent a week in this top-spec Trailhawk to find out if it’s the semi-off-roader it looks to be, or if it stands a chance against the mainstream players.

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2025 Audi SQ8 Summary

The Audi SQ8 has had a mid-life refresh but this upper large SUV still offers luxury with its powerful V8 engine that fans know and love, as well as the features you would expect in a top model.

It competes against the Mercedes-AMG GLE and Porsche Cayenne but we’re family testing the SQ8 to see how it handles domestic life.

Keep reading to see what we’ve discovered.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 Jeep Cherokee 2025 Audi SQ8

Verdict

The Cherokee is perhaps not going to tempt anyone set on a mainstream mid-size family SUV. But, to those on the periphery who are genuinely looking for something different, there’s a lot on offer here.

The proposition is boosted by the Cherokee’s unique off-road equipment and compelling price tag, but just keep in mind it’s old-fashioned in more than just one way…

Verdict

The Audi SQ8 isn’t your typical performance SUV. It’s more refined and less flashy. The tech can be more complicated than it needs to be and if you’re wanting that V8 soundscape, you won’t find it here.

However, the handling and on road experience are superb plus you can comfortably haul the family around and look good doing it.

Jeep Cherokee vs Audi SQ8 What's the difference?

Summary

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Verdict

Verdict

Jeep Cherokee vs Audi SQ8
What's the difference?