Compare 2021 Jeep Cherokee Lux vs. 2021 Ford Explorer

Serving Crestview, FL

Those seeking a charismatic, stylish, and well-equipped SUV should check out the Jeep Cherokee Lux at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview. The 2021 Cherokee Lux is one of two new trim levels on the Cherokee this year. The Lux brings with it some new items, including more technology and safety features. It also gives you the choice of two engines. Superior off-road handling and capabilities are distinctive characteristics of the Jeep. It also gets impressive tow ratings and has a contemporary cabin packed with all the features and conveniences your adventures necessitate. The Cherokee Lux is rated #6 in its class, while the 2021 Ford Explorer, which is a competitor of the new Cherokee, ranks #11. the Cherokee is a better option for a nimble and efficient vehicle that can easily go from paved roads to dirt trails and every type of terrain in between. The Cherokee also has a higher-end interior with more amenities, while the Explorer’s cabin gets expensive to accessorize quickly. To find out more about what the Cherokee offers, book your 2021 Jeep Cherokee Lux online test drive with Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview today.

Style

The Jeep Cherokee Lux at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview is a stylish SUV with some of Jeep’s signature exterior elements along with its own set of unique custom features. Any of the Cherokee’s exterior features are available for a closer look when you schedule an online test drive at our dealership. You can also learn more about what sets the Cherokee Lux apart from its Cherokee siblings, including its standard fog lights, roof rails, and sharp 17-inch alloy wheels. The Cherokee Lux also has rain-sensing windshield wipers for safer driving in all weather conditions. A windshield wiper de-icer system is another highlight of the Cherokee Lux. Special black and gray exterior styling accents for the body and wheel make the Cherokee stand out even more. Its appearance can be customized with multiple packages and add-ons, including a trailer tow package and a hands-free liftgate. The Ford Explorer, in contrast to the Jeep, does not have as many options for a custom finish. The Explorer has a larger frame, which makes it less adept at climbing, descending, and navigating tight trails. The Ford only adds many of the Jeep’s exterior features through upgrades, such as roof rails.

Performance

With your 2021 Jeep Cherokee Lux online test drive, you’ll have a chance to try out the Jeep virtually on any surface you wish to drive on. From paved surfaces to the trails, you can check out the Cherokee’s innovative and adaptive mechanical system, which includes standard front-wheel drive and optional four-wheel drive. The Cherokee Lux can be ordered with two different engines. One is a 3.2L engine with six cylinders that delivers up to 271 HP and nearly 240 LB-FT of torque. You can also upgrade to an engine with a higher torque output of 295 LB-FT and about the same in power output. The Ford Explorer only comes with rear-wheel drive, and it is offered with all-wheel drive as an alternative. Four-wheel drive is not available with the 2021 Ford Explorer.

Interior

An online test drive scheduled at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview is also a great way to check out the Jeep’s lavish and luxurious cabin. The 2021 Jeep Cherokee Lux has high-end features including a seven-inch touchscreen interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. A stereo with six speakers is included on the Lux, and it has leather upholstery for comfort and an upscale look. The front seats are both heated, and the steering wheel gets a plush leather wrap for a polished finish. Satellite radio enhances the audio system, and you’ll get USB charging ports in the first and second rows. The Ford Explorer does not come with satellite radio, and extras such as multiple USB ports are not offered unless you get a top trim level.

*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.