For off-roaders there is no maker like Jeep. The manufacturer makes some of the most respected SUV vehicles on the market. For the Cherokee, its reputation stems from over a decade ago, when the model bowed out of the U.S. market and was replaced by the Liberty.
But the Cherokee has made its triumphant return to Jeep dealers in New Jersey and across the U.S. The Automobile Journalist Association of Canada deemed the Cherokee the Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year. At the 20th Annual Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA), the Cherokee was named 2014 Northwest Outdoor Activity Vehicle of the Year. The SUV is reception has been nothing short of phenomenal.
What is new in Jeep Cherokee?
Designed for the everyday man but built for the explorer, the new Jeep Cherokee has more of a car-like exterior. While it is a bit different from the traditional look, it has been updated to fit a more urban aesthetic without compromising the ability of the vehicle to perform on off-road terrain.
There are now three different 4-wheel drive systems, including:
Jeep Active Drive 1: This is a single powered transfer unit (PTU) which is fully automatic in its operation. It also has the ability to go in and out of 4-wheel drive as necessary, without the need for driver intervention.
Jeep Active Drive 2: Two speed powered transfer unit (PTU) that comes with a dedicated low range. Vehicles that come with Jeep Active Drive 2 will boast an extra inch of elevated ride height.
Jeep Active Drive Lock (Locking Rear Drift): This is made for serious off-roading as it comes with everything that Jeep Active Drive 2 has to offer and ups the ante with a locking rear differential.
The Jeep Cherokee is also available with Front Wheel Drive.
There are four models of which the Jeep Cherokee is available in, all of which are available via your local Butler Jeep dealership.
Sport: Available in 4x2 as well as 4x4, the Sport is the basic Jeep Cherokee model. Complete with all the essentials that are expected out of a base model, the Sport comes with a 5 touch screen radio, a complete speaker system (6 speakers), cloth seating surfaces, stylish 17 steel wheels, a 2.4 Liter Tigershark 4-cylinder engine, a 9-speed ZF automatic transmission, and beyond.
Latitude: Like the Sport, the Latitude is also available in both 4x2 and 4x4. It comes off the lot with body colored accents which include the side view mirrors and door handles. To enhance the look even further, Jeep has equipped the Latitude with alloy wheels. In Spring of 14, Jeep released an alternative to the Latitude which has been dubbed the Altitude. Hailed as the big seller among Jeep is Cherokee line, the Altitude comes with black alloy rims as well as black accents.
Trailhawk: The Trailhawk is equipped with DDS dark colored alloy rims, and a Uconnect 8.4 touch screen radio complete with support applications including both roadside and 911 emergency assistance. The Trailhawk gives pure comfort to a vehicle that is built to handle rugged terrain. Truly made for off-road utilization, the Trailhawk also boasts a top-of-the-line Alpine sound system.
Limited: The premiere model within the Cherokee line, the Limited is available in 4x2 and 4x4. Both come with bright-finished alloy rims and a leather interior.
Looking in: The Jeep Cherokee Interior
As can be seen firsthand at Precision Chrysler, the leader among Jeep dealerships in New Jersey, exterior beauty can only be matched with convenience and comfort on the inside. Some of the many features that models of the Cherokee may come equipped with are:
- Back-Up Camera
- Forward Collision Warning
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- 8-Way Power Driver is Seat
- Uconnect Touch Screen
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Rain-Sensing Wipers
- Universal Garage Door Opener
- Fancy Contrast Stitching
- Leather Interior
- Concealed Dashboard Storage Space
- And many more options
The Jeep Cherokee Exterior
With an approach angle of nearly 30 degrees, a departure angle of about 32 degrees, a break angle of 23 degrees, and ground clearance just under 9 inches, the Jeep Cherokee is built to win when off-roading in your favorite locations. This impressive vehicle is also further enhanced with underbody skid plates that are excellent for maneuvering in harsh terrain. Not to mention the three tow hooks that come standard with the Cherokee in case the vehicle ever comes into a situation that is a bit overwhelming.
Fuel Consumption
Gas mileage does vary slightly depending upon which version of the Cherokee we are looking at. In general, Jeep Cherokee enthusiasts can count on the following mileage stats:
- 21mpg City
- 27mpg Hwy
- 23mpg Combined
All in all, the 2014 Jeep Cherokee is a fantastic vehicle that can fit the needs of nearly everyone, especially those in need of a spacious vehicle that is built for off-roading, yet can easily blend into a city environment as well.
For all your favorite Jeep models and other vehicles, visit your local Precision Chrysler dealership.
