2021 Jeep Cherokee

The 2021 Jeep Cherokee delivers yet again on the auto brand's decades-long off-road and towing superiority. This model year, Cherokees are suited more than ever for Texas and the bold cities and striking countryside the Lone Star State offers in abundance. While this Jeep's genealogy lends itself well to off-road adventure, it's also just as comfortable on the streets of Floresville, TX, where its fine manners belie its class-leading off-road and towing capabilities. Here's why:

All Cherokees can be fitted with four-wheel drive, and their selection of engines -- including a271-hp V-6 and a turbo charged 270-hp four-cylinder-- make them class leaders as well. Add in the Cherokee's 4500-pound towing capacity, and it's clear this Jeep is made for sports and adventure. You can tow a trailer and a boat and fillup this Jeep's spacious cabin and cargo area with luggage and camping gear, for one. If camping's not on the menu but a weekend trip to the mall is, the Cherokee will prove just as useful and inviting. Let's take a moment to look at what sets Jeep Cherokees apart from their rivals:

Exterior

The 2021 Cherokee has a contemporary design that also has deep ties to a robust heritage that offers a blend of modern-yet-classic style. The Cherokee's striking front fascia adds premium LED headlamps and taillamps, for starters, and it's all tied together by Jeep's world-famous seven-slot grille. This Jeep's strong exterior profile instantly sets it apart from other crossovers no matter how it's outfitted in one of its eight different trim levels.

It all starts with the good-looking Latitude, runs through the beefy and rugged Trailhawk, and tops out at the luxurious, classy High Altitude. Tire and wheel packages also add their own impressive touches to Cherokee's overall appearance.

Interior

Interiors on Cherokees have come a long way from the days when WWII-era Jeeps didn't even have heaters. Today, Cherokees provide year-round comfort to their cabin occupants, and all in a carefully-crafted interior chock full of standard and available features. Available all-weather cabin features include:

• Heated steering wheel.
• Heated and ventilated front seats.
• Dual-zone automatic temperature control.
• Command-View dual-pane panoramic sunroof.
• 60/40 split-folding rear seat.
• Hidden cargo floor.
• Nappa leather trim throughout.

Cherokee's interior is instantly inviting, whether you're intent on conquering the undiscovered wilderness or heading to an evening at your child's piano recital.

• Remote vehicle start.
• Monthly vehicle health reports on key Cherokee systems.
• SOS Call system in case of emergency.

• Jeep Skill for Amazon Alexa.
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

Performance

Cherokees don't lack for performance, whether they're challenging steep off-road trails ormotoring through Floresville or other Texas towns and cities. Three different engines help sendJeep Cherokees down the road:

• Available 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with270-hp and 295 pound-feet of torque.
• 2.4-liter Tigershark Multiair 2 four-cylinder engine.
• 3.2-liter Pentastar 271-hp (239 pound-feet of torque)V6 engine with a best-in-class4,500-pound towing capacity.

A nine-speed automatic transmission help put Cherokee's engine power down onto the road, too. Fuel economy is also excellent no matter which engine finds its way into these Cherokees.

Safety

Cherokees have earned a five-star safety rating fromthe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and they're packed full of standard and available safety features, like arear backup camera. Standard driver-assistance tech includes a long list of features optional onother crossovers:

• Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection.
• Full-speed forward collision warning with active braking.
• Lane departure warning system.
• Electronic stability control.

High-strength steel frames reinforce Cherokees for protection in all environments. Numerous cabin airbags and a top-quality anti-lock braking system help keep all occupants safe as well. Available safety equipment includes an automated rearpark assist system and an automated parallel and perpendicular parking assist system.