In the blockbuster movie “Taken,” character Bryan Mills warns his enemies that he has “a very particular set of skills.” If a Jeep could talk, it might say the same thing. Jeeps are built to tackle rocks, trails, sand, mud and even water—unconventional terrains that most drivers would rather avoid. And while a Jeep’s robust capabilities are beloved among off-road enthusiasts, they haven’t yet won the hearts of the masses.
2014 Jeep Cherokee Exterior
Comforts for the masses
The masses may fall for Jeep soon enough, however. The brand’s latest offering is the all-new, 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The Cherokee is a mid-sized SUV that’s as comfortable parked in a spot at the soccer field as it is exploring a desert trail. Unlike its predecessors, the 1974-2001 Cherokee and the Jeep Liberty, this new vehicle has the perks mainstream mid-size SUV owners demand, including:
- Impressive fuel economy of up to 31 mpg on the highway
- More than 70 safety and security options such as park assist, lane departure warning and forward collision warning
- Premium upholsteries in the cabin
- Touchscreen info-entertainment system
- Configurable digital instrument cluster
- 60/40 split-folding second row seats
- In-seat storage
- Quiet cabin
- Optional heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Optional heated front seats
- Optional wireless charging pad
2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited Interior
Off-road prowess for thrill seekers
Being a Jeep, the 2014 Cherokee is also built to hit the trail. Features that will appeal to adventure seekers include:
- Selectable, terrain-based traction control with modes for snow, sport, sand/mud and rock
- 4,500 lb. of towing capacity
- Up to 56:1 crawl ratio
- Choice of three 4×4 systems
Hardcore off-roaders will be drawn to the trail-rated Cherokee Trailhawk, which has:
- Approach angle of 29.8 degrees, departure angle of 32.1 degrees and breakover angle of 23.3 degrees
- One-inch factory lift
- Jeep Active Drive Lock with locking rear differential
- Tow hooks
- Skid plates
Industry-leading innovations
Rounding out the Cherokee are some first-time innovations for Chrysler that will attract drivers who tend to support emerging industry standards:
- Nine-speed automatic transmission
- Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus that can bring the Cherokee to a full stop without driver involvement
- Forward Collision Warning-Plus, which prefills the brakes when sensors detect a fast-approaching obstacle
- Lane Departure Warning-Plus, which warns the driver when the vehicle drifts from its lane
2014 Jeep Cherokee models
This new Jeep is available in four models: the Cherokee Sport, Cherokee Latitude, Cherokee Limited and Cherokee Trailhawk. Based on their “very particular set of skills,” these Cherokees should appeal to several types of buyers. Examples include: families interested in a vehicle that’s comfortable both on and off the road, off-road enthusiasts with a taste for luxury, and mid-size SUV drivers who want more functionality.
Look for all four Cherokee models at JT’s Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Lexington and Columbia later this year. We’re here to answer your questions and help you select the Jeep Cherokee that suits your lifestyle! For more information, visit http://www.jtsjeep.com.
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