2022 Jeep Cherokee review

1. Two engine options

If your adventure-led lifestyle takes you and your crew off-grid on weekends, the 2022 Jeep Cherokee base engine will more than satisfy. When properly equipped, this 271-hp 3.2L V6 engine can tow up to an estimated 4,500 lbs, good for an RV camper or a trailer full of mountain bikes.

2. Stylish base trim

Thanks to its power-packed V6 engine and standard off-road suspension, the new-for-22 Cherokee X base trim has rugged capability all squared away. Why stop there though? The Cherokee X could also be the head-turning SUV you always promised yourself. Kicking things off in dramatic fashion, its gloss black front fascia and grille surround announce your arrival, while the deep-tinted privacy glass ensures your anonymity. Add in trim-exclusive badging and side fascia decals, and you've got a base trim model that looks anything but basic.

3. Packages that feel personal

Do you love to listen to chill-out playlists on the way home from work or connect with nature on cross-country drives? The 2022 Cherokee's available Sun and Sound package adds a nine-speaker Alpine^® premium sound system and a Command View^® dual-pane panoramic power sunroof. Go for the Cherokee Limited trim and you could unlock the exclusive Elite package features too. It's full of family-friendly comforts and conveniences, including a hands-free liftgate for those hands-full school run mornings, and an integrated navigation system that responds to voice commands.

4. Passengers are a priority

Traveling with friends and family can mean karaoke duets one minute, and stretched-out snoozing the next. Thankfully the 2022 Cherokee makes everyone feel like a VIP guest. Seating five across two rows, your front-row passenger gets heated seat functionality as standard, while rear-row occupants will love its 40.3 inches of legroom. Everyone's devices are welcome, too. The 2022 Cherokee can pair with up to eight mobile devices, has Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ compatibility as standard, and boasts four USB ports for rear-row charging and up-front playlist management.

5. Trail ready

This well-mannered SUV also has an off-road beast mode that you'll never tire of when faced with harsh weather conditions or unpredictable terrain. Choose a 2022 Cherokee with 4WD and you'll automatically get Jeep's Selec-Terrain^® traction management system too, helping you to master snow, ice, sand, and mud, with precision and control. The Trailhawk trim is the ultimate Cherokee off-roader adding exclusive features like underbody skid plates, Selec-Speed^® control, and Selec-Terrain Rock mode. Used together, these features can assist you in maintaining a slow crawl speed (1-5 mph) over steep slopes and rocky tundra without the need for brake control or torque revs.