2017 Jeep Cherokee: What's New
Vehicle Overview
What it is: The Jeep Cherokee compact SUV comes with four-cylinder or V-6 power and front-wheel drive or a choice of three four-wheel-drive systems. All models have a nine-speed automatic transmission. While certain Cherokee models have more off-road capability than the class norm, most versions compete with on-road-focused small SUVs like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue.
New for 2017
All trim levels but the Sport now have standard high-intensity-discharge headlights.
Significant Standard Features
- 184-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
- Nine-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Seats five
- Remote keyless entry
- Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
- Uconnect system with 5-inch touch-screenÂ
- 60/40-split folding backseat with fore and aft adjustment
- Three 12-volt power outlets
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 271-hp, 3.2-liter V-6 with fuel-saving stop-start technology
- Choice of three four-wheel-drive systems
- Off-road-oriented Trailhawk model
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Heated side mirrors
- Panoramic moonroof
- Power liftgate
- Leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 8.4-inch touch-screen
- Navigation system
- Remote start
- Automated parking system
- Backup camera
- Forward collision warning with autonomous braking
- Lane-keeping assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
