2016 Jeep Cherokee Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2016 Jeep Cherokee lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Sport SUV 4D | 2 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Latitude Sport Utility 4D | 3 of 9 ![]() Cherokee 75th Anniversary Sport Utility 4D | 4 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Sport Altitude Sport Utility 4D | 5 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Limited Sport Utility 4D | 6 of 9 ![]() Cherokee High Altitude Sport Utility 4D | 7 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Altitude Sport Utility 4D | 8 of 9 ![]() Cherokee Overland Sport Utility 4D | 9 of 9 ![]() Cherokee TrailHawk Sport Utility 4D | |||
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Fair Market Price | $8,709 | $8,735 | $9,197 | $9,393 | $10,092 | $10,625 | $10,944 | $11,072 | $11,396 | ||
Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 21/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 19/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | ||
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
Horsepower | 184 @ 6400 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | 271 @ 6500 RPM | ||
Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
Cargo Volume | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | 58.90 cu ft | ||
Dimensions | 182" L x 73.2" W x 65.7" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 65.7" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 73.2" W x 66.2" H | 182" L x 74.9" W x 67.8" H | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | ||
Configurations | Inline | V | V | V | V | V | V | V | V | ||
Towing Capacity | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 4,500 lbs |
Blind-Spot Alert | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Collision Warning System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | ||
Emergency & Security Services | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Remote Engine Start | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Smartphone Interface | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
Audible label Messaging | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
Internet Access | Not Available | Optional | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Navigation System | Not Available | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Voice Recognition System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Real-Time Traffic Information | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | ||
Touch Screen Monitor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Satellite Radio | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard |
Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Heated Mirrors | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Integrated Garage Door Opener | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional |
Torque | 171 @ 6400 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM | 239 @ 6500 RPM |
Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | ||
Folding Rear Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Dual Power Front Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | ||
Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional |
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Steering Wheel Controls | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Fog Lights | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
Privacy Glass | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Roof Rails | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional |
Alarm System | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional |
Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | ||
Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
Curb Weight | 3655 pounds | 3953 pounds | 3655 pounds | 3953 pounds | 3953 pounds | 3953 pounds | 3953 pounds | 4046 pounds | 4028 pounds | ||
EPA Total Interior | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | 128 cubic feet | ||
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | 15.8 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | 182 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | 57.6 inches | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.6 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.6 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.7 feet | 37.7 feet | 38.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 106.3 inches | 107 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 73.2 inches | 74.9 inches |
FAQs
Is the Jeep Cherokee a 4 or 6 cylinder?
Depends on the trim level. The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport SUV 4D boasts a 4 cylinder engine, Latitude Sport Utility 4D has a 6 cylinder engine, 75th Anniversary Sport Utility 4D is equipped with a 6 cylinder engine, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
Does the 2016 Jeep Cherokee have a turbo?
No, the 2016 Cherokee does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
What features does a 2016 Cherokee have?
2016 Jeep Cherokee features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2016 Cherokee trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2016 Cherokee have?
The 2016 Cherokee ranges in power from the Sport SUV 4D with 184 horsepower to the TrailHawk Sport Utility 4D with 271 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
Is the Jeep Cherokee underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2016 Cherokee ranges in power from the Sport SUV 4D with 184 horsepower to the TrailHawk Sport Utility 4D with 271 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
Is the Jeep Cherokee fuel efficient?
The 2016 Cherokee comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the TrailHawk Sport Utility 4D which gets 22 MPG, with 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2016 Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Jeep Cherokee specs page.
All 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trims and Styles
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport SUV 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee 75th Anniversary Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport Altitude Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Limited Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee High Altitude Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Altitude Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Overland Sport Utility 4D
- 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Sport Utility 4D