Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Jeep introduced a heavily revised version of the Cherokee KL at the North American International Auto Show for the 2019 model year at the beginning of 2018.
Ever since 1974, Jeep has delighted its customers with the Cherokee. While the first generation relied on a body-on-frame solution, the second generation, introduced in 1984, came with the brilliant solution of welding the frame to the bodywork. That was the famous XJ, which became the first true compact crossover on the market. It was followed by two other generations named Liberty because Chrysler was reluctant to call it Cherokee. Then, in 2013, it dusted off the nameplate and placed it on a new generation, which was received with mixed feelings by the brand’s fans. While some features of that model were appreciated, others were not. The 2019 model year came to fix them. It was the kind of a facelift that could have passed as an entirely new generation. But FCA, the alliance’s name in 2018, was honest. The SUV was built on top of the same platform, and despite all the improvements, it was not a new vehicle.
At the front, the front fascia was entirely new. It featured new headlights resembling eagles’ eyes and integrated LED daytime running lights. Between them, the traditional seven-slat grille of the Jeep was adorned with chromed elements. At the same time, the lower bumper featured an additional air intake flanked by the available fog lamps. For the upper grades, such as the Trailhawk, the automaker installed a black lower bumper area adorned by red tow hooks.
From its profile, there were significant differences between the grades. Vehicles fitted with front-wheel drive systems sat lower to the ground than the Trailhawk version. Still, the trapezoidal-shaped wheel arches were adorned with black trims continued by same-color side sills. The body-colored door mirrors and handles gave the vehicle an upscale look. Behind, the automaker also made a clear distinction between the Trailhawk and the lower grade version of it by installing a black lower bumper with a red tow hook, while the others had body-colored ones.
Inside, the changes were massive. The automaker dramatically improved the cabin, adding soft-touch materials on the dashboard and other contact surfaces. In addition, the armrest between the front passengers featured a two-tier storage area. On the center console, in front of the gear selector, Jeep placed a USB charging port and even a tray to store the mobile phone while it was charged. Fronting the driver was the same-looking instrument cluster as before, with two large dials for the speedometer and tachometer that flanked a thin TFT display for the car’s onboard computer. A nice detail was about the adaptive cruise control system, which, when approaching the vehicle in front, displayed an old 1941 Willy’s Jeep. The automaker also upgraded the infotainment system, which featured Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
Under the hood, the 2019 Cherokee was available with three gasoline engines paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The base model came with a 2.4-liter inline-four, followed by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-pot, and finally a 3.2-liter V6 featuring variable valve timing technology. For selected markets, Jeep also offered the Cherokee with a 2.2-liter turbodiesel provided by Fiat.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L Turbo 9AT (270 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 201.3 KW @ 5200 RPM 274 HP @ 5200 RPM 270 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 295 lb-ft @ 3000-4500 RPM 400 Nm @ 3000-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L Turbo 9AT AWD (270 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 201.3 KW @ 5200 RPM 274 HP @ 5200 RPM 270 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 295 lb-ft @ 3000-4500 RPM 400 Nm @ 3000-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 9AT (180 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2360 cm3 |
Power: | 134.2 KW @ 6400 RPM 182 HP @ 6400 RPM 180 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 171 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 232 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3953 lbs (1793 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5501 lbs (2495 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 9AT AWD (180 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2360 cm3 |
Power: | 134.2 KW @ 6400 RPM 182 HP @ 6400 RPM 180 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 171 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 232 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3953 lbs (1793 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5501 lbs (2495 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.2L V6 9AT (271 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3240 cm3 |
Power: | 202.1 KW @ 6500 RPM 275 HP @ 6500 RPM 271 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 239 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 324 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3779 lbs (1714 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5501 lbs (2495 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.2L V6 9AT AWD (271 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3240 cm3 |
Power: | 202.1 KW @ 6500 RPM 274.8 HP @ 6500 RPM 271 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 239 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 324 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4046 lbs (1835 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 9AT (195 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2174 cm3 |
Power: | 143 KW @ 3500 RPM 194 HP @ 3500 RPM 192 BHP @ 3500 RPM |
Torque: | 332 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 450 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127 mph (204 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.48 in (2705 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 161 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 9AT AWD (195 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2174 cm3 |
Power: | 143 KW @ 3500 RPM 194 HP @ 3500 RPM 192 BHP @ 3500 RPM |
Torque: | 332 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 450 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/63.1 in (1,593/1,603 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.6 in (2708 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5225 lbs (2370 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 175 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 9AT AWD 4x4 (195 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2174 cm3 |
Power: | 143 KW @ 3500 RPM 194 HP @ 3500 RPM 192 BHP @ 3500 RPM |
Torque: | 332 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 450 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 182 in (4623 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.7/62.7 in (1,593/1,593 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107 in (2718 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.2 in (208 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.6 cuFT (697 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5225 lbs (2370 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 179 g/km |