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#1 ·
I was wondering what are the most pressing questions are about the Jeep Cherokee? As we approach the official launch and the Cherokee will be available to the public I would like to make sure everyone has all their questions answered.


Tyler Lipa
Digital Communications Intern
Chrysler Group LLC
 
#3 · (Edited)
my questions mirror Tom's. I need to be able to fit 3 kids in the backseat, two of which will be in car seats/booster seats.
In addition, will the launch include all 4 models, specifically the Trailhawk?
More specific information relating to gas mileage...
Will Xenon (HID) headlights be an option on the Trailhawk?
When will there be additional information regarding accessories?

Oh, and when does it hit dealer lots (or at least the order banks open)?

Thanks!
 
#4 ·
What does it cost?? I would like to be able to build on the Jeep site. When will it hit dealerships?

I'm looking to purchase a new car for my wife in the next month or two and would love to consider the Cherokee if i had this info.

Couldn't be happier with my 2012 GC.
 
#5 · (Edited)
First of all, thanks for this thread! I hope to order one the moment its possible.

1) What size tires on the TrailHawk
2) What is the height of the cargo opening?
3) What is the depth of the cargo space from the inside of the gate (closed) to the back of the seats (middle position)?
4) What interior colors will be available on the TH?
5) Will the wheels from my 2012 Wrangler work on the TH?
 
#10 ·
I hope this chart helps. I gave you both dimensions and calculated the percent difference on each one. I’m sorry pricing hasn’t been released yet, but I will let you know when we’re ready to discuss that.

If you are looking for specification sheets you can also find them as well as images on:

media.chrysler.com this information is available without a log-in. Just simply click the brand you are interested in and you can find specifications there.

I really hope this was helpful. Thank you for the question.

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dimensions

Exterior
Wheel Base: 114.8 inches
Length 189.9 inches
Width 76.5 inches

Interior
Front:
Headroom: 39.9 inches
Legroom Front: 40.3
Shoulder Room Front: 58.7
Total Volume Front: 54.6 cu. ft.
Rear:
Headroom 39.2 inches
Legroom 38.6 inches
Shoulder Room: 57.0 inches
Total Volume: 50.8 cu. ft.


2014 Jeep Cherokee Dimensions

Exterior
Wheelbase: 106.3 inches (7.5 percent smaller than GC)
Overall Length: 182 inches ( 4.2 percent smaller than GC)
Width: 73.2 (4X2) 74.9 (4X4 with Jeep Active Drive Lock)

Interior
Front:
Headroom without sunroof: 39.4 inches (.5 percent smaller than GC)
Headroom with sunroof: 37.9 inches (5.1 percent smaller than GC)
Legroom: 41.1 inches ( 1.98 percent greater than GC)
Shoulder Room: 57.6 inches ( 1.9 percent smaller than GC)
Total Volume: 55.98 cu. ft. ( 2.5 percent greater than GC)

Rear:
Headroom: 38.5 inches ( 1.8 percent greater than GC)
Legroom: 40.3 inches ( 4.4 percent greater than GC)
Knee Clearance 3.5 inches
Shoulder Room 55.1 inches ( 5 percent smaller than GC)
Total Volume: 49.47 cu. ft. (2.7 percent smaller than GC)

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1.) P245/65R17 Firestone Destination A/T's
2.) Max height is 32.5 inches
3.)24.8 cu. ft. (0.7 cu. m) rear seat at design position
27.2 ft³ (0.77 m³) rear seat at mid travel
29.7 ft³ (0.84 m³) rear seat at full forward

Packaging information has not been released yet, but I will let you know when we are able to discuss that.

Tyler Lipa
 
#13 ·
I would like to see Jeep do a better job marketing the accessories availalbe for their vehicle. There is of course ton's of stuff out there but to see more of a focused message coming from Chrysler would be great, especially with a new vehicle platform. My 2014 GC is my first Jeep but I found the information on the 14's very lacking (no brocures at dealership's, Jeep web site never sent me information as requested, Mopar site lacking 2014 info, etc).

This site was my #1 source of information and the main reason I have a Jeep today. Thanks everyone for your contribution!
 
#14 ·
Tyler, great info! Thanks for responding in this thread with meaningful information. Keep it coming, we are all hungry for more.

I had another question about the sunroof's available. I saw pictures of what looks like a cloth roof that opened up all the way to the rear of the back seats. On jeep.com website they talk about the "command view" sunroof which is glass. Will there be 2 different options?
 
#18 ·
I had another question about the sunroof's available. I saw pictures of what looks like a cloth roof that opened up all the way to the rear of the back seats. On jeep.com website they talk about the "command view" sunroof which is glass. Will there be 2 different options?
I noticed that too. Only one option listed on Jeep's website right now (Command View Panoramic Sunroof).

I sure hope that the Sky Slider canvas retractable roof is another option because that's the one I want. I've seen it mentioned in numerous articles. I'm starting to think it may only be available on the Trailhawk.

My only other questions are: price, price, and let's see... price!
 
#27 ·
100% Correct.
 
#42 ·
My opinion is that the value of a vehicle is based on a consumers perception of the value. If a buyer believes the cost of an item is "worth it" then the object is of value. Buyers have emotions that toy with what "they" believe the value is. One may have a different idea of what value is based on their emotion or buying criteria. This is why one believes that a product is "of value" and another believes it is not.
I also think that when buying a vehicle you could have criteria that spans segments. In this case the criteria could be "4 wheel drive, seats 5, navigation, and gas mileage is greater than 18". In this case there are hundreds of vehicles across multiple segments that would qualify. Apply the value proposition to this equation.

Just my two cents...
 
#47 ·
This line of comparison is flawed. It sounds like you're matching up a base RAM 1500 with a fully loaded Cherokee Limited. You either need to compare a base Cherokee Sport or a loaded up RAM.

I just priced a RAM 1500 Sport 4x4 online with the same relative options a loaded Limited should have. Still doesn't have active park assist, adaptive cruise control, etc. It's $46K. I'm guessing a Limited with every option is $38K max and that probably a $33K vehicle with 5K worth of options.

Or compare a $30K base RAM with a $23K base Cherokee. $7-8K difference either way.

Regardless, no one is cross shopping these. It's an absurd argument. Any relatively refined vehicle with the performance and comprehensive set of features and options that a loaded Cherokee Limited will posess is $36K or higher in price. Even a comparible Kia Sorento is $38K and doesn't as much technology.

If you're shopping for a large truck for utility only, buy a base RAM 1500. Seems like a great value.
 
#49 · (Edited)
This line of comparison is flawed. It sounds like you're matching up a base RAM 1500 with a fully loaded Cherokee Limited. You either need to compare a base Cherokee Sport or a loaded up RAM.

I just priced a RAM 1500 Sport 4x4 online with the same relative options a loaded Limited should have. Still doesn't have active park assist, adaptive cruise control, etc. It's $46K. I'm guessing a Limited with every option is $38K max and that probably a $33K vehicle with 5K worth of options.

Or compare a $30K base RAM with a $23K base Cherokee. $7-8K difference either way.

Regardless, no one is cross shopping these. It's an absurd argument. Any relatively refined vehicle with the performance and comprehensive set of features and options that a loaded Cherokee Limited will posess is $36K or higher in price. Even a comparible Kia Sorento is $38K and doesn't as much technology.

If you're shopping for a large truck for utility only, buy a base RAM 1500. Seems like a great value.
Wow, I had heard Jeep folks were very defensive about their vehicles & the Jeep brand before I bought my Patriot but this is getting humorous. :D Usually it is people who have or talk favorably of other brands that get beat up on in a forum not someone with the same brand, that likes it, who is simply making a point some don't want to see. :p

No, this line of comparison is NOT flawed at all. Not in the way I am making it, it is not. I am NOT comparing base vs top of the line and I understand that a Ram won't have some of the options a Cherokee will. That same point applies in the other direction as well though. There are things availlable on a Ram that are not on a Cherokee.

This isn't about option vs option as much as a generally well optioned vehicle price comparison. A full sized 4WD truck should not cost the same as a small SUV even when they are "similarly" well optioned. That is all I am saying and if people don't get that or see it then I don't know what else to say.

This is supposed to be about Cherokees and not Ram trucks so for that I apologize. I never intended this to go so far off track with a simple comment on price vs what the vehicle is. Wow. :eek:

My last comment though about the trucks is this. I too played with the build and price tool and for a 2013 Ram 1500 SPORT( not a base Tradesman )4WD Regular Cab the starting MSRP is $36K. I optioned one out with almost every option available and even had to add the MOPAR sport hood to bump it over $40K. That truck is LOADED with everything including the 8.4" Nav unit. That truck has it all my friend( short of leather seats )for $40K. So my comment was 100% valid. If you had that truck you would not feel shorted on features.

Ok, enough about the truck comparison. I will stick to simply saying if they ask $35-$40K for a Cherokee that is too much.

Remember guys I am a big time MOPAR guy( muscle cars and YEARS of full sized Ram trucks ) who now owns a Jeep so I actually like them. :D I would actually consider buying a Cherokee if the price is reasonable and it has at least the same room( hopefully more )as my Patriot. I am very intrigued by the new interior and the increased power and towing ability of the V6 offered. I am just not over paying to get it.
 
#48 ·
I think people speculating that it will be in line with the cr-v and escape are spot on. The cherokee also needs to slot in lower than the Grand Cherokee or many may skip up market to the larger and better equipped Jeep. GC starts at $29790 but can't be optioned up without going up trim to at least a limited, which really jumps the price.
 
#50 ·
I've never owned a Jeep, or an SUV, or a truck. So I'm not coming from a place of bias. Just because a full size truck is pysically larger and requires more raw materials to constuct doesn't mean that it doesn't cost as much to assemble or cut corners in fit and finish or material qualities (that people buying for utility won't usually mind) to bring the cost down.

I'm cross shopping higher HP, loaded small to medium sized SUVs/crossovers. They are all $36-37K. I guess every auto manufacture got it wrong. Jeep should sell these at a loss since they're small-ish. ;)
 
#51 ·
My wife's '97 Wrangler is still great, but she is considering buying a car without a canvas roof!

When will the 2014 Cherokee be at dealer sites so we can kick the tires?
 
#54 · (Edited)
I have a strong feeling that it will start out lower than the Escape. I don't know why I feel this way, but I do. ;)
 
#58 ·
I am looking for a replacement for my PT Cruiser. I do not want a 4-door sedan. That leaves out the Dart. Will look at the Fiat 500L, but it comes up a bit short. That leads to the new Cherokee. Don't need off road so the 2-wheel drive would work.
Not that 4-wheel drive would not be nice in the snow.
Hope both the Fiat and Jeep will be at the dealer soon.
And yes I really do want to stay with Chrysler.
 
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