You may have noticed the increasing amount of smaller crossovers everywhere. So why the craze when it comes to this small SUV segment? These innovative and heavy-hitting models offer the maneuverability of a small vehicle combined with the versatility of a crossover. The Jeep Renegade is one of these vehicles that have revolutionized the smaller platform and will no doubt make a serious dent in the automotive market.
When it comes down to it, the choice between the HR-V and the Renegade is clear if you agree with this sentence: I like to have fun. If you foresee many outdoor adventures in your future, then the 2015 Jeep Renegade is the obvious choice when it comes to your next crossover SUV. Even if you need your SUV to have proper on-road manners, the Renegade will still be the SUV for you. While you drive down the highway in Corvallis, Oregon, and have the inkling of going off-roading, the Renegade is fully equipped to handle your wildest adventures.
In order to handle your off-road adventures, the Renegade offers a base engine more powerful than the HR-V. The engine is equipped with a 2.4 L Tigershark engine that produces 180 horsepower. The HR-V has a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 141 horsepower. If you want more bang for your buck, the Renegade also offers more standard features than the HR-V.
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Vehicle |
Jeep Renegade |
Honda HR-V |
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Invoice Pricing |
$17,900 |
$18,598 |
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City Fuel Economy |
24 |
25 |
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Highway Fuel Economy |
31 |
34 |
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SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
184 @ 2500 |
127 @ 4300 |
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Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
Regular Unleaded I-4 |
2015 Jeep Renegade
2015 Honda HR-V
