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Press Release
There is a new king of the hill in the mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment: the all-new 2014 Jeep® Cherokee.
The renowned Cherokee name returns to the Jeep® vehicle lineup for
the 2014 model year. The result – the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee
completely redefines the mid-size SUV segment, delivering legendary Jeep
4x4 capability, a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission, fuel
economy improvements of more than 45 percent (versus the outgoing
Liberty model), superior on-road ride and handling, a cutting-edge,
revolutionary design, world-class craftsmanship, class-exclusive
technology and more than 70 advanced safety and security features. The
Jeep Cherokee is set to delight consumers both on the road and on the
trail.
“The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee will be the benchmark for mid-size
SUVs with a new level of on-road driving dynamics and fuel economy,
while at the same time improving the 4x4 capability that customers
expect from Jeep,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand,
Chrysler Group LLC. “Jeep Cherokee boasts a new design, a nine-speed
automatic transmission and two advanced engines, class-leading
capability from three innovative 4x4 systems, more than 70 safety
features, and a host of new technology features.”
Jeep 4x4 capability
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee provides a choice of three innovative
4x4 systems for best-in-class 4x4 capability in all weather conditions.
The Jeep Cherokee is the first mid-size SUV to feature rear-axle
disconnect, resulting in reduced energy loss when 4x4 capability isn’t
needed, improving fuel efficiency. The rear-axle disconnect seamlessly
switches between two- and four-wheel drive for full-time torque
management and does not require input from the driver.
The Jeep Cherokee offers best-in-class V-6 towing capability of 4,500 pounds.
Jeep Active Drive I
Available on the Cherokee Sport, Latitude and Limited models, Jeep
Active Drive I features a single power transfer unit (PTU) which is
fully automatic and delivers seamless operation in and out of four-wheel
drive at any speed. The system does not require any driver intervention
or feedback, delivers yaw correction during dynamic events and improves
both understeer and oversteer conditions.
Jeep Active Drive II
Available on the Cherokee Sport, Latitude and Limited models, Jeep
Active Drive II includes a two-speed PTU with torque management and low
range. 4-Low mode locks the front and rear drive shafts for low-speed
power or towing. Low range provides a 2.92:1 gear reduction. The gear
reduction allows for enhanced climbing ability as well outstanding crawl
ratios for severe off-road conditions. The 2014 Jeep Cherokee with Jeep
Active Drive II gives the off-road adventurer a ride height that is
increased by an inch, a crawl ratio of 56:1 when powered by the
2.4-liter MultiAir2 Tigershark I-4 engine, and 47.8:1 when powered by
the new 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 engine – up to a 90-percent improvement
versus the outgoing model.
Jeep Active Drive Lock
Jeep Active Drive Lock includes all the features of Jeep Active Drive
II and adds a locking rear differential for superior low-speed power
for severe off-road conditions. Jeep Active Drive Lock is standard on
all Trailhawk models.
All 4x4 systems feature the Jeep brand’s renowned Selec-Terrain
traction control system, which allows the driver to choose the on- and
off-road setting for optimum performance. Five customized settings are
offered: Auto, Snow, Sport, Sand/Mud and Rock. Through the use of
algorithms that enable unsurpassed control and capability, Selec-Terrain
electronically coordinates and optimizes up to 12 systems on any
terrain providing enhanced vehicle control including: drivetrain control
module, electronic brake controller, electronic stability control
(ESC), transmission controller, powertrain controller and Selec-Speed
Control (Hill-ascent and Hill-descent Control).
Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk: Trail Rated
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk model exemplifies Jeep 4x4
capability with a distinctive, aggressive look, backed up by Jeep Trail
Rated hardware, for the most capable Jeep Cherokee model and the most
capable mid-size SUV in the segment. The Trailhawk includes as standard
equipment aggressive approach and departure angles, complements of the
unique front and rear fascias, one-inch factory lift, Jeep Active Drive
Lock with locking rear differential, skid plates and signature red tow
hooks. The locking rear differential is selectable in any low range
terrain mode, but will lock automatically when in certain modes, such as
“Rock,” to maximize tractive effort at the tire patch that can support
it.
The Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk boasts an approach angle of 29.8 degrees,
a departure angle of 32.1 degrees and breakover angle of 23.3 degrees.
Running ground clearance is 8.7 inches.
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk model with the standard
off-road package is Trail Rated. The “Trail Rated” badge on the Jeep
Cherokee Trailhawk indicates that the vehicle is designed to perform in a
variety of challenging off-road conditions identified by five key
consumer-oriented performance categories: traction, ground clearance,
maneuverability, articulation and water fording.
World-class architecture
FIAT Group architecture is the basis for the underpinnings of the
all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The Compact U.S. Wide (CUS-wide) platform’s
proven modular architecture means many models can be built using the
same basic underpinnings. The result is better quality and reliability,
as well as lower costs, less development time and tooling. The
architecture Cherokee is built on is comprised of common, modular and
interchangeable components and allows for modularity of the wheelbase,
front track, rear track, front overhang, length and width across vehicle
lines.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee’s body structure has a high-strength steel
content of roughly 65 percent. Hot stamped-, high-strength- and
ultra-high-strength steel are used to construct a strong, lightweight,
solid vehicle architecture.
Superior on-road performance and fuel efficiency
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee premium on-road manners and fuel efficiency are a result of a number of efforts by Jeep engineers.
Powered by the choice of two new engines mated to a segment-first
nine-speed automatic transmission, the all-new Cherokee delivers the
power drivers appreciate on the road with fuel economy improvements of
more than 45 percent compared with the outgoing model. With expected
highway fuel economy ratings of up to 31 miles per gallon (mpg) and a
driving range on a tank of gasoline of nearly 500 miles, the all-new
2014 Jeep Cherokee delivers drivers a no-compromise ownership
experience.
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee features Chrysler Group’s 948TE
nine-speed automatic transmission, the first time a nine-speed automatic
transmission has been used in the segment and is standard equipment in
all models of the new Cherokee. The nine-speed transmission delivers
numerous benefits customers will appreciate, including aggressive
launches, smooth power delivery at highway speeds and improved fuel
efficiency versus a six-speed automatic transmission.
Efficiency and refinement also are hallmarks of Chrysler Group’s
16-valve, 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir 2 I-4 engine, which comes
standard in the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The 2.4-liter Tigershark
engine offers up to an estimated 31 mpg highway fuel economy rating, a
more than 45-percent improvement versus the outgoing model, and a
driving range on a tank of gasoline of nearly 500 miles. The 2.4-liter
MultiAir 2 Tigershark I-4 engine produces 184 horsepower and 171 lb.-ft.
of torque.
The acclaimed electro-hydraulic fully variable valve-lift system uses
a column of oil in place of the traditional mechanical link between the
camshaft and intake valves. As a result, it delivers precise control of
the intake-valve events – beginning and end – delivering reductions in
engine-pumping losses and increases in volumetric efficiency.
In addition to reducing carbon-dioxide emissions, MultiAir accounts
for a fuel-economy boost of up to 7.5 percent, compared with engines
with conventional valve trains.
The 2.4-liter is the third engine to feature MultiAir technology from
Chrysler Group and features the second generation “MultiAir 2” system
that further enhances combustion control, improves fuel efficiency and
reduces exhaust emissions.
Performance ratings for the 2.4-liter engine are 184 horsepower (137 kW) and 171 lb.-ft. (232 Nm) of torque.
The available new 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 engine is the first
derivative of the celebrated 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6, named one of
Ward’s 10 Best Engines three years running. The available new 3.2-liter
Pentastar V-6 engine benefits from the same innovations that earned its
larger displacement predecessor industry–wide acclaim for efficiency,
power and refinement. For the driver, that means a refined driving
experience with reduced noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and an
exceptional balance of higher specific power output (84.2 horsepower per
liter) while delivering fuel economy improvements of 30 percent versus
the outgoing V-6 engine. The 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces 271
horsepower, 239 lb.-ft. of torque and delivers best-in-class V-6 towing
of 4,500 pounds.
The all new Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV sports a new front independent
suspension with MacPherson struts and a new rear independent multi-link
suspension. The front suspension provides 6.7 inches of travel while
the rear suspension provides up to 7.8 inches of travel for better
articulation. The isolated rear cradle, aluminum front crossmember and
superior torsional rigidity all contribute to the quieter, smoother ride
and superior handling characteristics drivers will experience in the
Cherokee.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with an electronic power steering
system (EPS) that improves fuel efficiency and contributes to the Jeep
Cherokee’s nimbleness with a turn circle radius of approximately 36 feet
in 4x2 models, approximately 38 feet in 4x4 models and roughly 39 feet
in the Trailhawk off-road model. With EPS all of the power assist is
provided via an electric motor system rather than a traditional
hydraulic system. Because the system is fully electronic, the driver
experiences optimal steering effort at all vehicle speeds, and there is
less noise and better fuel efficiency since there is no parasitic loss
from a power steering pump.
Design
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV debuts a new exterior designed
for the future with a global appeal. Jeep designers were inspired to
create a vehicle that moves Jeep into the next era with a shape that is
efficient without losing Jeep DNA and design heritage. The all-new 2014
Jeep Cherokee is a vehicle that not only looks efficient and capable,
but is efficient and capable - in all on-road, trail and weather
conditions.
Fluid, sleek exterior lines highlight the efficient, wind-splitting
upper body of the all-new Cherokee. The rugged, protective lower body
conveys the legendary capability that is characteristic of every Jeep.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee has a powerful stance, an aggressive
wheel-to-body proportion and a commanding road presence. The aggressive
approach and departure angles contribute to the best-in-class
capability. The first key feature in the front of the all-new 2014 Jeep
Cherokee is the waterfall hood with the iconic peaked, seven-slotted
grille which includes a crisp, horizontal snap – a feature in many
classic Jeep vehicles. The hood is clearly defined and separated from
the front fenders in a modern twist of Jeep heritage. The one-piece hood
and grille assembly ensures a precise build.
Advanced LED lighting technology is used throughout the all-new 2014
Jeep Cherokee. Forward lighting features a unique daytime running lamp
(DRL) shape that plays a dominant role in the fresh front-end
proportion, giving the impression of a slim headlamp. Contemporary full
LED tail lamps are an integral part of the rear backlight graphic,
making the vehicle look stronger yet harmonious. This graphic is the
connection between the upper and lower rear and brings a unique presence
specific to this all-new Cherokee.
The Trail Rated 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk model takes rugged
design and capability to a whole new level. With exclusive exterior and
interior colors, functional differences such as Jeep signature red front
tow hooks, skid plates underneath and aggressive front and rear fascias
add to the rugged exterior appearance and deliver exemplary approach
and departure angles for class-leading 4x4 capability, resulting in the
most capable mid-size SUV in the market.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee offers customers two industry-exclusive
open-air options – the new CommandView panoramic sunroof or the Sky
Slider full-length open canvas roof.
The interior of the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee is modern, inviting
and comfortable. A sophisticated, refined design, hand-sculpted forms,
signature Jeep design cues, high-quality materials, precision
craftsmanship and attention-to-detail raise the bar in the mid-size SUV
segment. A driver-oriented cockpit loaded with easy-to-use, useful
technology, clever, thoughtful storage features and more than 70
available safety and security features including 10 standard air bags
give the driver and passengers everything they want for any adventure
they undertake.
Inspiration for the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV interior
included countries and terrain around the world that brought beautiful
imagery to mind. The Cherokee interior is a sophisticated blend of
hand-sculpted fluid shapes, high-quality materials, innovative color and
material choices, precision craftsmanship, state-of-the-art technology
and features that drivers and passengers appreciate.
Premium materials abound wherever the customer touches the vehicle –
the door uppers and armrests, the center armrest, the upper instrument
panel. Interior trim that is soft to the touch and pleasing to the eye
is found throughout the cabin.
Seats in the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee are ergonomically designed to
support the contour of the body, are trimmed with premium cloth or
quality Nappa leather and available as power adjustable,
heated/ventilated seats with memory. Premium cloth fabrics include a
unique interlocking graphic. The 60/40 split second-row seats adjust
fore and aft for increased passenger comfort and cargo flexibility.
Unique features such as the available heated, leather-wrapped
steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, an available wireless
charging pad and many more will delight both drivers and passengers
alike.
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee was designed with thoughtful,
state-of-the-art, high-tech features and amenities that are intuitive,
easy-to-use.
The world-class thin-film transistor (TFT) LED 3.5-inch grayscale or
7-inch full-color reconfigurable instrument cluster allows the driver to
enjoy a customized user experience and receive information and vehicle
feedback in the format they prefer while keeping their hands on the
wheel and eyes on the road.
The easy-to-use instrument cluster displays the basic information a
driver needs at his or her fingertips but also allows the driver to add
information they desire, similar to an iPhone.
The driver can select from a multitude of information that can be
displayed in the center of the gauge cluster including turn-by-turn
navigation, speed, real-time fuel economy, safety warnings, available
Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus, audio information and Jeep-specific
features including Selec-Terrain.
The available ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist System
(first Chrysler Group availability) is displayed in the center of the
gauge cluster and operated with buttons on the steering wheel and the
shifter. The graphic walks the driver through the steps necessary to
utilize the park assist system. Jeep designer’s passion for the brand
shines through in the park assist screen, which features a 1941 Jeep
Willys graphic on each side of the open parking space.
An available award-winning 8.4-inch touchscreen multimedia command
center – the largest in the segment – or the standard 5-inch touchscreen
multimedia command center are attractive, intuitive and easy-to-use,
and located in the center stack. The 2014 Cherokee equipped with the
Uconnect system allows the driver to control the audio, climate,
heated/ventilated seats and much more from the touchscreen, redundant
controls located on the center stack below the touchscreen or with voice
commands. The touchscreen buttons are large and easy-to-see at a
glance. The 8.4-inch color touchscreen Uconnect Access is user-friendly
and includes Bluetooth connectivity, SiriusXM Radio, navigation, music,
apps (Pandora, Aha, iHeart Radio and more), voice-to-text messaging and
streaming audio capability.
The class-exclusive Jeep Cargo Management System makes the most of
the cargo space in the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. A universal module
rack is mounted on the side in the rear cargo area and provides for
hooks and a removable grocery bag. Other optional accessories compatible
with the system are available through Mopar and include an off-road
accessory kit for Trailhawk models that features a tow rope, gloves and
more; cargo bin, cargo mat, foldable cooler and first aid/emergency kit
are just some of the accessories available that mount securely to the
rack for secure storage solutions the adventurous customer desires.
Safety and Security
The new Cherokee was engineered with more than 70 available safety
and security features. The Jeep Cherokee starts with a strong foundation
constructed with 65 percent high-strength steel. Engineers then added
both active and passive safety and security features, including:
Chrysler Group vehicle firsts ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park
Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus, Forward Collision Warning-Plus,
and Lane Departure Warning-Plus; 9-1-1 assist call; ESC; Electronic Roll
Mitigation; Blind-spot Monitoring; Rear Cross Path detection; ParkView
rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines and 10 standard air bags.
The ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist feature in the
all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee is a first in a Chrysler Group vehicle. Using
ultrasonic parking sensors on the bumper the system will find and guide
customer into an available parking space when the driver initiates
parking maneuver. The parking guidance system controls the steering
angle automatically, the driver controls the gear position, brake, and
accelerator. Parallel parking is possible on either side of the car;
during perpendicular parking, the vehicle is backed into the space.
Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus, a first for a Chrysler Group vehicle,
is significant for its capacity to bring the vehicle to a complete stop
without driver intervention in certain conditions. Radar and video
sensors identify the locations of vehicles traveling ahead of the 2014
Jeep Cherokee. The sensors also help ensure the vehicles are separated
by a gap determined by the driver. If the gap is dramatically breached,
the ESC system can aggressively deploy the vehicle’s brakes to affect a
full stop, even if the driver never touches the brake pedal. To resume
travel, the driver need only press a button on the steering wheel or tap
the accelerator pedal.
Forward Collision Warning-Plus, another Chrysler Group first,
addresses traffic-gap changes when Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus is
inactive. When radar and video sensors detect a fast-closing obstacle
ahead, the system pre-fills the brakes to prepare for emergency driver
intervention. If collision risk remains, Forward Collision Warning-Plus
correspondingly ratchets up the response with:
- audible and visual warnings
- a brief brake deployment to alert the driver
- a 1.5-second brake deployment to quicken the driver’s reaction time
- deployment of Advanced Brake Assist (ABA) if the driver is not braking aggressively enough
Lane Departure Warning-Plus, which is offered for the first time in a
Chrysler Group vehicle, uses a camera-based vision sensor to establish
the Jeep Cherokee’s position on the road. If there occurs an
unintentional lane drift, determined by trajectory change and the
absence of turn-signal activation, the system will deliver a visual
warning and a haptic warning – the subtle introduction of torque from
the electric power steering (EPS) system. If the driver unintentionally
drifts too far, the system provides a secondary visual warning.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee boasts numbers that make the difference for
the SUV customer that cares about fuel economy and capability in all
weather conditions — fuel economy improvements of more than 45 percent,
more than 70 safety and security features, numerous industry and segment
“firsts,” a nine-speed automatic transmission, a 3.2-liter Pentastar
V-6 engine with 271 horsepower and 239 lb.-ft. of torque, a 2.4-liter
MultiAir2 Tigershark I-4 engine with 184 horsepower and 171 lb.-ft. of
torque, nearly 500 miles driving range on a tank of gasoline and three
new, innovative 4x4 systems that deliver legendary Jeep capability
including crawl ratios of 56:1 with the 2.4-liter engine and 47.8:1 with
the 3.2-liter engine, an improvement of up to 90 percent versus the
outgoing model.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee competes in the mid-size SUV segment, the
largest SUV segment in North America, with roughly 2 million sales in
2012.
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee is available in four different models
in the United States and will arrive in volume in dealer showrooms in
the third quarter 2013. Customers can choose from the 2014 Jeep Cherokee
Sport, Cherokee Latitude, Cherokee Limited and the rugged, Trail Rated
Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk.
The Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV will offer consumers 11 different
exterior colors from which to choose: Bright White Clear Coat, Brilliant
Black Crystal Metallic Clear Coat, Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat,
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat, Eco Green Pearl Coat, Mango Tango
Pearl Coat, Auburn Pearl Coat, Cashmere Pearl Coat, Granite Crystal
Metallic Clear Coat, True Blue Pearl Coat, and Anvil Clear Coat.
The Cherokee is built in the United States at Chrysler Group’s Toledo (Ohio) Assembly Plant.
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