The 2014 Jeep Cherokee EU-Version was unveiled at 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
This model will be available in 4 different engine options and in 2 or 4-wheel drive configurations.
Judging from the exterior, this SUV will definitely receive attention and more people interested.
Specifications
Vehicle Type: SUV | Base Price: NA |
Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.8 gals (60 L) | Miles Per Gallon: NA |
Length: 182 in. (462.3 cm) | Wheel Base: 106.3 in. (270 cm) |
Height: 65.7 in. (166.9 cm) | Width: 73.2 in. (185.9 cm) |
Luggage Capacity: 54.9 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 5 people |
Engine: Inline 4-Turbo Diesel | Displacement: 2.0 Liter |
Horsepower: 170 HP | Max RPM: 3750 RPM |
Torque: 259 lb-ft @1500 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Manual |
* Cherokee US specs
Engine & Performance
The new Cherokee EU version has several engine options you can put in including 2.0 liter turbo direct-injection L-4 common rail diesel engine. This is paired with 9-speed automatic gearbox and 6-speed manual transmission. This produces 170 horsepower at 3,750 rpm and a torque of 259 lb ft at 1,500 rpm.
In addition, the Cherokee is available as well in 2 different petrol engines: the 3.2 liter Pentastar V-6 that produces 272 horsepower at 6,500 rpm 233 lb ft of torque at 4,300 rpm; the second is a 2.4 liter Tigershark 16-valve that generates 177 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 169 lb ft at 3,900 rpm of torque.
Exterior
The SUV is designed using world-class material and craftsmanship. The focus may be on the waterfall hood with iconic peaked, 7-slotted grille that includes crisp, horizontal snap found in many classic jeeps.
The hood’s contour is clearly defined and separated from the front fenders in a modern way. Other added features include advanced LED lighting, Xeon headlights, and Daytime running lamps.
This new Cherokee rides on 17 inch alloy wheel for the Trailhawk and Longitude model; while the Limited model comes on 18 inch wheels.
Interior
The interior is made from premium material and available in 3 different interior trim choices; Gran Canyon, Morocco and Italian Mount Vesuvio. A 7 inch full-color TFT as the main control display; this provides information on speed, turn-by-turn navigation, real-time fuel economy, audio information, safety warnings and other Jeep-specific features.
As for Limited and Trailhawk models, you get an 8.4 inch touch-screen multimedia command center with the advanced UConnect system. The Jeep Cherokee also has a 5 inch touch-screen that controls a 506-watt sound system with 9 speakers & subwoofer.
Safety
Safety is a must, and Jeep has included 7 standard airbags, electronic stability control, forward collision warning-plus, park assist, blind spot monitoring, and lane departure warning-plus and rear cross path detection.