With so many options on the market, searching for the perfect SUV to fit your lifestyle may seem like a relatively difficult task, but at the Amato Automotive Group we are here to make your life easier! The 2019 Jeep Cherokee and the 2019 Ford Escape are two of the top SUV models in production this year and are somewhat similar, but do have a few recognizable differences that are worth noting if you are in the market for a new SUV!

 


    Firstly, the "base price", or lowest MSRP for these two vehicles are almost the exact same! 2019 Jeep Cherokees are priced at $24,795 while the 2019 Ford Escape hold a base price tag of $24,105. With the amount of safety features, reliability ratings, and fuel economy, you can not go wrong with either of these two top rated SUVs!

 

 

    The 2019 Ford Escape gives customers the option of four different models. The S, SE, SEL, and Titanium are all equipped with top of the line technology and safety features. For example, the new Escape comes with "Ford+Alexa" capabilities, Ford Pass, and even a Wi-fi Hotspot! The 2019 Jeep Cherokee on the other hand comes with eight available model options. Latitude, Latitude Plus, Altitude, High Altitude, Trailhawk, Trailhawk Elite, Limited, and Overland all come with a plethora of features inside and out! For example, 2019 Cherokees come with Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth, and "Off-Road info pages".

 

 

    The 2019 Jeep Cherokee comes with several engine options, model options, and even trim level options. These contrasting options give customers an opportunity to find the SUV that fits all of their specific needs! The most standard engine that can be found in a Jeep Cherokee is the 2.4-liter inline-4 engine that generates approximately 180 horsepower, and can be outfitted with either FWD or AWD options. An available 3.2-liter V6 engine produces 271 horsepower and can also be FWD, AWD, as well as an offered 4x4 system that is specially constructed for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee! Lastly, a 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 engine puts out 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Depending on the amount of driving you do, the 2019 Jeep Cherokee has a reliable and powerful engine thats got you covered!

 

 

    Like the Jeep Cherokee, the 2019 Ford Escape has three available engine options as well, but unfortunately does not come with an available 4x4 system. The standard engine that comes in the 2019 Escape is 2.5-liter inline-4 engine that only comes as FWD. The second option is a 1.5-liter turbo inline-4 engine that produces up to 179 horsepower, and can be outfitted as FWD or AWD. Lastly, the 2.0-liter turbo "EcoBoost" engine puts out a whopping 245 horsepower and can be either FWD or AWD! Each engine option comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

 

 

    Towing capacity is also an important component when searching for a new SUV. The 2019 Ford Escape can tow between 1,500 and 3,500 pounds depending on the vehicle's specific engine type. In comparison, the 2019 Jeep Cherokee has a greater towing capacity of 2,000 to 4,500 pounds! No matter what you're towing, either the Jeep Cherokee or Ford Escape is up to the task!



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