New 2019 Jeep Cherokee debuts in Detroit

The new 2019 Jeep Cherokee made its debut at the North American International Auto Show, boasting a new, authentic and premium design, along with the addition of an all new, advanced engine that enhances performance and fuel efficiency.

The mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) features an extensive new exterior design that highlights a completely fresh appearance and includes a major restyling of a number of signature components such as the front fascia, bonnet, LED headlamps, daylight running lights and fog lamps.

The updated interior receives a fresh and elegant touch with new Satin Chrome and Piano Black high-gloss accents while remaining a practical and comfortable environment.

It receives the latest Uconnect systems, delivering communication, entertainment and navigation features and including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the choice of 7.0 or 8.4-inch touchscreens with pinch-and-zoom capability.

One of the most technologically advanced engines in the automotive industry, the all new 2.0-litre direct injection turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine with Start&Stop joins the 3.2-litre Pentastar V6 and 2.4-litre PZEV Multiair2 Tigershark I-4 available in the Cherokee lineup. All engine options can be fitted to the nine-speed automatic transmission.

The new SUV highlights a choice of three innovative 4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive I, Jeep Active Drive II and Jeep Active Drive Lock, which have been enhanced for unmatched 4x4 capability for all weather conditions.

The new Jeep Cherokee will be introduced in Europe in the second half of 2018.