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Subaru XV vs Jeep Cherokee

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Subaru XV
Subaru XV

$26,990 - $39,990

2021 price

Jeep Cherokee
Jeep Cherokee

$39,990 - $39,990

2020 price

Summary

2021 Subaru XV
2020 Jeep Cherokee
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Flat 4, 2.0L

V6, 3.2L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
7.0L/100km (combined)

10.2L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Thrashy 2.0L engine
  • Hybrid not super efficient
  • Small boot

  • Thirsty V6
  • Boot could be bigger
  • Pricey servicing
2021 Subaru XV Summary

Subaru has always been a good fit for Australia.

Since the '90s, when the brand made a big splash with its rally derived Impreza and Liberty, Subaru’s rugged appeal has suited Australia’s tough conditions and recreationally adventurous buyers.

Cars like the Forester and Outback solidified the brand’s place amongst SUVs before SUVs were really a thing, and the XV is the logical progression of the Impreza range, slotting nicely into the brand's offerings of lifted all-wheel-drive wagons.

It’s been a few years since the XV launched, however, so can its latest 2021 update keep it in the fight in a quickly evolving and notoriously competitive segment against many newer rivals? We’ve taken a look at the whole range to find out.

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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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