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The look of the new Cherokee is certainly a showstopper. Whether it is a benefit to the SUV’s chances in the market is still a question.
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The off-road-ready Trailhawk model has distinct styling.
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An optional black matte adhesive stripe is available on Trailhawk models. Manufacturer image.
Limited trim
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Limited versus Trailhawk: The top trim levels have different looks for both style and practical uses like the Trailhawk’s blacked-out grille slots and red tow hooks. Manufacturer image above, Cars.com photo by David Thomas below.
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From the rear it’s hard to tell the Limited (left) from the Latitude (middle) and even the Trailhawk (right).
Chrysler’s upgraded multimedia system with an 8.4-inch touch-screen is one of our staff’s favorites and is available in all trims but the base Sport.
The Cherokee feels like a premium vehicle in this class with sturdy controls that are well positioned and easy to use.
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Gauges: Shoppers who don’t opt for the top-of-the-line Limited and Trailhawk models with their digital gauge clusters still get a good-looking set of analog gauges with a digital information screen.
The Cherokee offers three different all-wheel-drive systems that can be altered based on the terrain.
Cargo space isn’t class-leading but should be sufficient for most shoppers. Cars.com photo by Evan Sears.
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David Thomas
Former managing editor David Thomas has a thing for wagons and owns a 2010 Subaru Outback and a 2005 Volkswagen Passat wagon.