Jeep Cherokee EV vs Kia EV4 (Sedan)

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thumb image Jeep Cherokee EV US$ 37,000
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thumb image Kia EV4 (Sedan) US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Jeep Kia
Model Cherokee EV (speculative future version) EV4 (Sedan)
Vehicle Type Mid-size SUV (Electric) Electric Compact Sedan
Trims Expected – Limited, Overland, Trailhawk, Laredo (based on Jeep’s trim tradition) Light / Wind / GT-Line
Release Date Hybrid confirmed 2026 2025
Status Hybrid revealed Upcoming / In production
Made In USA / North America (Stellantis plant) South Korea
Body Type SUV 4-door Sedan
Vehicle Warranty Likely 3 yrs / 36,000 miles (bumper-to-bumper), 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (battery) 8 years / 160,000 km battery warranty
Colors Black, White, Silver, Red, Blue, Green (typical Jeep palette) Morning Haze, Snow White Pearl, Yacht Matte Blue, Shale Grey, Magma Red, Ivory Silver

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent Magnet Motors (AWD) – base version may have single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Horsepower 300–400 hp (estimated for EV) 201 hp (150 kW)
Torque 450–500 Nm (estimate) 283 Nm
Acceleration 6–7 seconds (speculative) 0–100 km/h in ~7.4 sec
Top Speed 180–200 km/h 170 km/h
Range 500–600 km (WLTP) or ~300–370 miles (EPA est.) 430–630 km (WLTP, depending on battery)
Drivetrain FWD (base) / AWD (higher trims, Trailhawk, Overland) Front-Wheel Drive

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-Ion (possibly NMC or LFP depending on trim) Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity 90–100 kWh (expected if EV variant launched) 58.3 kWh / 81.4 kWh
Power Consumption 18–20 kWh/100 km (estimate) 14–16 kWh/100 km
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 160,000 km
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC (7.5–10 hrs full charge) 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 150–200 kW DC 10–80% in ~30 min
DC Fast Charging Speed 30 min (10–80%) Peak ~180–200 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30–35 miles (AC home), ~150–200 miles (DC fast) 40–60 km (AC), ~300 km in 30 min (DC)
Charging Time 8–10 hrs (AC), 30–40 min (DC 10–80%) 5–7 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%)
Charging Connector Type CCS (North America & Europe) CCS2 (Europe/Asia), NACS (US)
Home Charging Options CCS (North America & Europe) Level 1 / Level 2
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,800–4,900 mm 4,730 mm
Width 1,900 mm 1,860 mm
Height 1,700–1,750 mm 1,480 mm
Wheelbase 2,800 mm 2,820 mm
Ground Clearance 200–220 mm (higher on Trailhawk) 145 mm
Cargo Space 800–1,600 L (rear seats folded) 490 L
Curb Weight 2,100–2,300 kg (EV version) 1,850–1,900 kg
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Alloy
Wheel Size 18" (base), 20" (upper trims) 17″ / 19″
Front Tire 235/55 R18 (est.) 225/55R17
Rear Tire 235/55 R18 (est.) 225/55R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 5.8 m 5.5 m (est.)
Gear Box 1-speed (EV) Single-Speed Reduction
Front Suspension Independent MacPherson strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link independent Multi-Link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (but ADAS L2 expected) Highway Driving Assist 2
Navigation System Yes (integrated with Uconnect Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes
Climate Control Dual-Zone Auto Climate with Heat Pump (optional)
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (USB-C, USB-A, AUX) USB / Bluetooth
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Digital Key 2.0
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Wireless Yes
Android Auto Wireless Yes
Touchscreen 10.25"–12.3" Uconnect display 30″ Panoramic Dual Display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6–12 (depending on trim, Alpine premium audio in higher trims) Up to 12 (Premium audio option)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc
Front Brakes Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags :–8 9
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° surround view (upper trims) Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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