The 2023 Jeep Cherokee’s biggest highlights are its bold exterior, large interior, and great 4WD capability. As a compact SUV, the Cherokee could be a great choice if you want something that can do well on and off the road. Let’s look at the main features of the Cherokee to see if it’s the SUV for you.
Key Features
- The Cherokee has a modern but rugged exterior.
- The interior is more spacious and functional than you would think.
- The tech and safety features are great for the Cherokee.
- The Cherokee has two engine options: 2.0-liter turbo I4 and 2.4-liter I4.
- The MSRP range is $38,000–$41,000.
What colors does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee come in?
The 2023 Cherokee has the following exterior colors:
- Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
- Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat
- Sting-Gray Clear-Coat
- Hydro Blue Pearl-Coat
- Bright White Clear-Coat
With these colors, Cherokee’s has an athletic, bold body and a modern look to it. With a seven-slot grille, big wheel arches, and rugged stance, the Cherokee’s body looks cool. If you go with the Trailhawk trim, it comes with LED lights, 18-inch black gloss aluminum wheels, roof rails, red tow hooks, blacked-out accents, and Trailhawk badging make it ready for any off-road adventure. Plus, you get hands-free liftgate, tire fill alert, and capless full fill.
How big is the cargo space of a 2023 Cherokee?
The 2023 Cherokee has the following cargo space and legroom figures:
Cargo Space
- Behind rear row: 25.8 cubic feet
- Behind front row: 54.7 cubic feet
Legroom
- Rear row: 40.3 inches
- Front row: 41.1 inches
Along with these figures, the Cherokee’s interior is comfortable and practical. The interior has an air-filtration system, leather-trimmed seats, heated steering wheel, heat/ventilated seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control. With ergonomic seating and nice layout, the Cherokee has a great cabin with plenty of space that is competitive with other compact SUVs.
The Cherokee’s tech has an 8.4-inch touchscreen and 7.0-inch digital cluster gauge with Uconnect 4C NAV software. The software includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi hotspot (only with a subscription), navigation, and Amazon Alexa. With these features, you will have better comfort and convenience.
What engine comes in a 2023 Cherokee?
The 2023 Cherokee Trailhawk offers two powertrain options:
- 2.4-liter I4 with 180 hp and 171 lb-ft of torque (21/29 mpg)
- 2.0-liter turbo 4 with 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque (20/26 mpg)
The first engine comes with the Altitude Lux trim while the second comes exclusively with the Trailhawk trim. However, both engines have nine-speed automatic transmissions and standard 4WD. If you want something with some power and 4WD capability, the first engine would be a great choice; furthermore, if you want something with more power so you can have great off-road trips, the second engine would be your better choice.
If you choose the Trailhawk trim, you will get an active drive lock 4x4 system so you can have multiple drive modes and locking for optimal driving over snow, mud, sand, or rock. The Trailhawk also has better ground clearance, articulation, maneuverability, water fording, and traction to help you have a better driving experience.
Along with its engines, the Cherokee has the following safety features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Blind-Spot Monitoring
- Lane Departure Warning
- Forward Collision Warning
- Parking Assistance
- Rearview Camera
- Automatic Headlights
- Automatic Emergency Braking
These features will help you have better confidence while driving on and off the road.
How much does a 2023 Jeep Cherokee cost?
The 2023 Cherokee has the following MSRPs:
- Altitude Lux — $37,695
- Trailhawk — $41,295
The price for each trim can increase if you get upgrades with the exterior, interior, or engine.
Final Thoughts
The biggest attraction with the 2023 Cherokee is the Trailhawk trim. With a more powerful engine and better off-road capability, the Trailhawk gives better confidence to those who drive it. However, the Altitude Lux still offers good performance with a better fuel economy than the Trailhawk. So, the choice will depend on whether you want a more conservative SUV or aggressive SUV. Come in to Alan Jay CDJR to test drive one today.