This year, there are only two Jeep Cherokee trims and they are Altitude Lux 4x4 and Trailhawk 4x4. Both trim levels are 4WD and no FWD configurations are available anymore. The two trims have completely different mechanical specifications - the Altitude Lux has a 180-hp naturally aspirated 2.4-liter engine, while the off-road specs of the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk include a 270-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, an upgraded 4WD system, and proper off-road suspension.
The Altitude Lux rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and it has automatic LED headlights, LED foglights, a power liftgate, automatic dual-zone climate control, a garage-door opener, a heated and manually tilting/telescoping steering wheel, heated and eight-way power front seats, Nappa leather upholstery, remote start, and a seven-inch digital gauge cluster. Driver-assistance features include rain-sensing wipers, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, adaptive cruise control with stop & go, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, automatic high beams, and parking sensors front and rear with automatic reverse braking. The infotainment system has an 8.4-inch touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, navigation, and a six-speaker audio system. Various package options and standalone extras are offered, such as a sunroof, ventilated seats, a premium audio system, a tow hitch, and a hands-free liftgate.
Jeep gives buyers several packages or option groups, but they are limited by trim. On the Altitude Lux, the $3,195 Lux Elite package adds a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, a hands-free power liftgate, the nine-speaker Alpine audio system, ventilated front seats, and memory for the driver's mirrors, radio settings, and seat. The Mopar Interior Package is available for $265 with its cargo area liner and slush mats.
On the Trailhawk, the priciest package is the Sun and Sound Group which adds a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, active noise control, and a premium Alpine sound system for $2,595. For better towing, the Trailer-Tow Group costs $1,295. At $1,595, the Premium Leather package adds premium leather, a memory system for the driver, a power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats, and a hands-free power liftgate.