Press Kit: 2021 Jeep Cherokee

2021 Jeep® Cherokee Fact Sheet

Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2020 - The 2021 Jeep® Cherokee – the most capable midsize sport-utility vehicle (SUV) – boasts a refined, authentic and premium design, along with an advanced 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder I-4 turbocharged engine that enhances performance and fuel efficiency.
 
Jeep Cherokee offers spacious interior comfort and convenience, delivering everyday practicality with outstanding ride-and-handling characteristics, independent front and rear suspension systems with world-class body torsional stiffness and a choice of three different engine offerings mated to an enhanced, high-efficient nine-speed automatic transmission.
 
New for 2021:
  • Standard safety and security features on all models include Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection systems, Full-speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist and rain-sensing wipers
  • Standard features now available across the lineup:
    • Latitude – Power front windows (one-touch up/down), exterior mirrors with heating element, supplemental turn signals and courtesy lamps
    • Latitude Plus – Heated front seats, premium-wrapped heated steering wheel, remote start and windshield wiper deicer
    • Latitude LUX (new model) – Nappa leather seats, power front seats with power lumbar adjuster, heated front seats, premium-wrapped heated steering wheel, remote start and windshield wiper deicer
    • Trailhawk – Heated front seats, premium-wrapped heated steering wheel, remote start and windshield wiper deicer
    • Limited – Dual-pane panoramic sunroof, auto high-beam headlamps, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist with Full Stop, and ParkSense front/rear park assist with rear stop
  • New Latitude LUX model with available dual-pane panoramic sunroof, premium nine-speaker Alpine sound system and 8.4-inch touchscreen radio
  • 80th Anniversary Edition (based on Latitude LUX) includes dual-pane panoramic sunroof,19-inch wheels with Granite Crystal finish, power front seats with lumbar, dual-zone automatic temperature control, remote start, Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen radio, 7-inch full-color thin-film transistor (TFT) display, premium leather seats with Light Tungsten accent stitching, Anodized Gun Metal interior accents, black headliner, Berber floor mats and commemorative exterior badging

Highlights:
  • Best-in-class capability:
    • Choice of 2.0-liter I-4 turbocharged, 2.4-liter I-4 or 3.2-liter V-6 engines, also with three available four-wheel-drive systems that raise the standard for midsize SUVs with Jeep Selec-Terrain traction control system with up to five customized modes (Auto, Snow, Sport, Sand/Mud and Rock), and best-in-class V-6 towing capability: 4,500 pounds and up to a 51:1 crawl ratio for low-range traction
  • Fuel economy:
    • Up to 31 miles per gallon (mpg) highway on 2.0-liter I-4 turbocharged engine and standard 2.4-liter I-4 engine; optional 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with engine stop-start technology, which delivers best-in-class V-6 fuel economy (29 mpg highway); standard nine-speed automatic transmission and industry-first rear-axle disconnect, resulting in reduced energy loss when 4x4 capability isn’t needed, and improved fuel efficiency
    • 2.0-liter I-4 turbocharged engine, one of the most technologically advanced engines in the automotive industry, optimizes premium performance and fuel economy up to 31 mpg (270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque)
  • Refined front design, including front fascia, hood, premium LED headlamps, daytime running lamps and fog lamps:
    • Front lightweight aluminum hood evolves the Cherokee’s unique waterfall grille design to more closely align with the latest Jeep brand styling
    • Front bi-LED projector headlamps incorporate signature Cherokee daytime running lamps feature as a singular component
  • Rear features include lightweight composite and hands-free power liftgate
  • Increase in rear cargo storage space of four cubic feet and retuned suspension packages for improved ride comfort
  • Latest Uconnect systems include easy-to-use features, enhanced processing power, faster start-up times, dynamic touchscreens, high-resolution graphics, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and available 4G LTE Wi-Fi HotSpot and Jeep Skill for Amazon Alexa
  • More than 80 available advanced safety and security features
 
Model Lineup
For 2021, the Jeep Cherokee lineup consists of five models:
  • Latitude
  • Latitude Plus
  • Latitude LUX (new model)
  • Trailhawk (4x4 only)
  • Limited
 
Available Exterior Colors:
  • Billet Silver
  • Bright White
  • Diamond Black Crystal
  • Granite Crystal
  • Hydro Blue (exclusive to 80th Anniversary model)
  • Light Brownstone
  • Olive Green
  • Sangria
  • Slate Blue
  • Spitfire Orange
  • Sting Grey
  • Velvet Red
 
Available Interior Colors:
  • Black
  • Black / Light Frost
  • Black / Ski Grey
 
More Information
Please visit the Jeep Cherokee newsroom for the latest product information, photography, videography, plus access to specifications and feature availability documents.
 
Jeep Brand
Built on more than 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep® is the authentic SUV brand that delivers legendary off-road capability, interior refinement, high-tech features and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that is transforming 4xe into the new 4x4 in pursuit of the brand’s vision of accomplishing Zero Emission Freedom and added 4x4 capability. All Jeep brand vehicles will offer an electrified variant by 2025.

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