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2016 Jeep Cherokee
The new Jeep Cherokee is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $34,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Sport variant and topping out at $52,000 for the Trailhawk.
There are 5 variants of the Cherokee available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2017.
Engine options include 2.4L multi-point injection (137kW/232Nm) and 3.2L multi-point injection (200kW/316Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic transmission. Both front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2016 Cherokee is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$34,000 - $52,000†
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4, Front, or Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4, Front-wheel Drive, or Rear-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$34,000 - $52,000†
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4, Front, or Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4, Front-wheel Drive, or Rear-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
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Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
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2016 Jeep Cherokee
Available Variants
The Jeep Cherokee comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Sport and the most expensive being Trailhawk.
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Power to Weight
81.02 - 108.23 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
514 litres
128 litres
577 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.3 - 10 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
600 - 723 km
600 km
1,053 km
Price
$34,000 - $52,000
$27,490
$68,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
5 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
6 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,290 - 2,495 kg
1,975 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,200 kg
800 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
16.7 - 29.9°
16.7°
29.9°
Departure Angle
24.6 - 32.2°
24.5°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
185 - 221 mm
170 mm
323 mm
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Dimensions
4,623 mm
1,859 mm
1,631 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,623 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,859 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,631 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 599 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Jeep Cherokee is the Sport that starts from $34,000.
See all Jeep Cherokee PricingThe most expensive Jeep Cherokee is the Trailhawk that starts from $52,000.
See all Jeep Cherokee PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jeep Cherokee is 2200 kg offered by the following variants: Longitude, 75th Anniversary, Limited and Trailhawk.
See all Jeep Cherokee towing capacityThe largest Jeep Cherokee is the Trailhawk which measures 1904mm wide, 4626mm in length and sits 1686mm tall.
The most powerful Jeep Cherokee is the Trailhawk which has 200kW of power from its 3.2L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Jeep Cherokee is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Jeep Cherokee is the Trailhawk which weighs 2495 kg (kerb weight).
The Jeep Cherokee uses Unleaded.
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