The Cherokee returns to Jeep's 2014 lineup in the form of a sleek compact crossover that is set on a burly, off-road -ready lower half.
Highlighting changes to the Cherokee are a squashed version of Jeep's trademark seven-slat grille and narrow lamps that replace circular headlights. Jeep offers the 5-passenger Cherokee in four models, including a front-wheel-drive version, all-wheel-drive, and four-wheel-drive.
Our tester was the rugged Trailhawk 4X4 model with a locking rear axle and a traction control system with five settings: Auto, Snow, Sport, Sand/Mud and Rock. The Cherokee Trailhawk also had skid plates to protect the undercarriage, a one-inch suspension lift, and all-season tires. Front and rear tow hooks that protrude from the bumpers add to the Trailhawk's character that seems to dare drivers to go ahead, take it off-road and just try to get it stuck.
Our $36,000 tester came equipped with a 3.2-liter V6 engine that produced 271 horsepower. Jeep also offers the Cherokee with a more fuel efficient 2.4- liter, in-line four-cylinder rated at 184 horsepower. The larger engine costs an additional $1,495 and yielded 20 mpg in average city and highway fuel economy. Regardless of engine choice, a 9-speed transmission that provided smooth upshifts remains. The Cherokee with electronic steering held its line through the corners with a minimal amount of body roll and road noise. While the V6 provided plenty of power for around town and quickly hustled the crossover up to highway speed, the V8 muscle and towing capacity of Jeep's flagship Grand Cherokee that I tested last summer was missed.
However, the Cherokee's well-appointed interior did feel similar to the Grand Cherokee. Black leather-rimmed bucket seats were heated and comfortable. The driver's seat was 8-way power adjustable with an additional 4-way lumbar power adjustment. The heated steering wheel was wrapped in leather as was the shift knob. A household power outlet located in the backseat, a feature not found on many crossover SUVs. is noteworthy.
An 8.4-inch multi-view display with a back-up camera bulged out from the dashboard. The display's touchscreen operation was efficient. Chrysler's solid UConnect system worked well integrating the Jeep's infotainment system, which included navigation with my iPhone. Large dual-zone climate control dials and buttons were appreciated.
I found an abundance of interior storage in the form of cubbies, cup holders, and cutouts. The rear cargo area which expanded with the rear seats folded down provided an ample amount of additional storage space. A power lift gate helped with loading groceries into the back.
If fuel economy is your bottom line when considering an all-wheel-drive crossover, the Ford Escape or Toyota's RAV4 are both worth a test drive when considering the Jeep, but it's difficult to find another competitor that can match the Cherokee Trailhawk's off-road capabilities.
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