Jeep Cherokee

Introduction

The introduction of the all American all terrain car manufacturer has spiced up the luxury SUV segment in the country. Jeep's mid size SUV Cherokee is a premium vehicle much liked by the off roading enthusiasts as soon as if got introduced in 2002. The Sri Lankan market offers two models of the brand the Jeep Cherokee Sport and Jeep Cherokee Limited. The car totally justifies the brand name with its optimum quality of features and spectacular performance for an SUV to be on the favorite list of the country's audience. It has got distinct comprehensive features and is a luxurious production of the Jeep.

Engine, mileage & variants

The jeep comes with a 2.4 litre engine with 4 cylindres in a line that delivers a Maximum Output of 184 HP @ 6250 rpm along with Maximum Torque of 231 Nm @ 4800 rpm. It has a 9-speed automatic transmission gear box with Electric Range Select (ERS). The SUV delivers a Mileage of 9.8 kmpl and accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/hr in only 9.5 seconds. However, for a 9 speed auto gear SUV, the mileage count could have been better than the existing figure.

Exteriors

The look of the Jeep SUV is undoubtedly distinct and supreme. It has got a very bold look making a strong statement for the brand. The front grille has chrome surrounding outlining in a premium design. The Headlamps are in a very sleek swept back design which gave the front of the car a distinctly gorgeous look. The lamps have advanced lighting technology. The LED daytime running lamps and halogen projector headlamps below the LEDs to light up the night view. The car also has certain bold and ease driving exterior features like roof rails painted in silver, heated power exterior mirrors with turn signal, red tow hooks, and uplifted stylish bonnet. From the sides it has chrome silver boundaries given to the window panels and strong side mouldings. The rear side has a very broad and bold stance with LED tail lamps. An aerodynamic look is given to the rear with a large rear spoiler and a distinct curvy tailgate. The exterior look of the car is very impressive and world-class and justifies the price range.

Interiors

The Cherokee has got stunning interior design with lustrous material used. It has a single tone sporty interior design with silver chrome outlining on each feature on the centre console which has gives a very majestic look and chrome inside doors gates. It also has a dual tone option available. The car is very spacious with descent legroom, comfortable wide seating, and lustrous material used to make these comfortable seats with lumber support and Heated front seats option. The steering wheel has audio controls mounted with chrome boundary design. Even the gear box boundary and AC panels have these chrome look outlining. The MID is given a sporty look with speedometer and tachometer a wide gap in between. The 60/40 split folding second-row seat and fold-flat front passenger seat offers immense space to the car's rear space with an innovative brand cargo management system with handy hooks and a removable grocery bag holder. The audio unit of the car has variant features with High-resolution 8.4-inch touchscreen, Configurable menu bar and distinct features like Do not disturb mode, Bluetooth connectivity with hands-free phone, streaming audio, voice command and text message repl, and built-in WiFi Hotspot. The car has a Select terrain option for various terrain formats adding to the smoother drive offered by the Jeep.

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous

Jeep has given distinct and configured over 70 safety features to the SUV. It has parking sensors with Rear Back Up Camera, Blind Spot Monitoring, Forward Collision Warning, Cross Path Detection, as many as 10 airbags for supreme safety, Lane Sense and Departure Warning, Remote Keyless Entry system that locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate from up to 50 feet away, Emergency services assist buttons and many more distinct out of imagination safety features which assures the occupants to the fullest without any loop holes for doubts.

Verdict

Jeep Cherokee is an impressive mid size SUV that has versatile features on offer for both on-road and off-road capability that can make the buyer think time and again to buy it for having a secure driving experience. Also the looks of the car from the inside and outside possess immense detailing and distinction from the crowd of other SUVs on the road. Overall a brilliant car in all aspects.