The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
77
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Average
77/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Average
76/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Average
79/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2017 Jeep Cherokee after 90-days of ownership.
The vehicle's audio system
Styling of the dashboard
Quietness of the vehicle interior
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2017 Jeep Cherokee during the first 90-days of ownership.
Amount of trunk/hatch space
Transmission smoothness
Vehicle maneuverability
Performance Specs
MPG City
19 - 21
MPG Hwy
25 - 30
Horsepower
184 - 271
Transmission
9 speed, Automatic w/OD
Engine
Regular Unleaded I-4, Regular Unleaded V-6
Drivetrain
Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2017 Jeep Cherokee Review
Overview
Combining state-of-the-art features with tremendous capability your Award Winning Jeep Cherokee is just as at home on busy city streets as it is in troublesome weather. A smooth sedan-like ride is made possible by a robust suspension while a selection of extremely capable engines deliver outstanding mileage numbers. Choose from 7 models with front wheel drive or 4 by 4 capability. From the Sport through the top of the line Overland find the model that’s right for you. Available Active Drive 4x4 delivers best-in-class capability when paired with Selec-Terrain traction control. Just spin the dial to any of five customized settings to match conditions. Inside the highly adaptable interior features an available 7 inch multi-view display with Uconnect putting vehicle performance music navigation and more at your fingertips. Folding 60/40 split second-row seats and a fold-flat front passenger seat make room for any project or adventure. The available CommandView dual-pane sunroof lets you and your passengers take it all in. Available in a variety of exterior colors and interior finishes for an experience as unique as you are. Move confidently forward in your new Jeep Cherokee.
Technology
First class comfort comes standard in your Cherokee and whether you're hauling kids or kayaks the Cherokee can handle it. A 60/40 split folding second-row seat and fold-flat front passenger seat offer lots of choices for interior configurations. Cherokee can bring a range of communication and entertainment services right into your vehicle with the Uconnect system. This advanced technology allows you to stay connected to what matters most without losing focus on the road. For even more of the outdoors The available CommandView dual-pane sunroof includes a power sliding glass front panel and a fixed glass panel with power sunshade in the rear.
Safety
Your Cherokee has over 70 standard and available safety & security features for added peace of mind. From Forward Collision Warning Plus to Lanesense® Lane Departure Warning a ParkView Rear Back Up Camera with dynamic grid lines and Electronic Stability Control… you’re covered. 10 standard airbags including full-length side-curtain driver and front-passenger air bags and advanced multistage front airbags all work in tandem to help provide protection.
Performance
Your Cherokee’s tigershark delivers a quiet and refined ride. If you’re headed for off-road destinations its 184 horsepower and 171 pound feet of torque enable it to creep over boulders or scale steep grades. Demanding drivers will appreciate the available 3.2L PentaStar V6 engine. It delivers the power needed to support all-weather travel over any terrain and its 271 horsepower gives it a best-in-class towing power of up to 4 500 pounds. Every Cherokee equipped with the available 4x4 system has the Jeep Selec-terrain traction Management system for power to tackle nature’s toughest conditions.