2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus

The Cherokee is Jeep's compact crossover, slotting between the Renegade and the Grand Cherokee with a unibody design that still offers real off-road chops. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Escape, but stands apart with its available Trailhawk trim and genuine trail capability. On the road, the Cherokee feels composed and stable, with a ride that absorbs most bumps, though the transmission can occasionally hesitate when you ask for quick acceleration. Inside, the cabin is well-built with comfortable seats and a user-friendly touchscreen, but cargo space is tighter than some rivals offer. Owners praise the Cherokee's fuel economy, stylish interior, and the Active Drive system's terrain settings that make it a confident companion in snow and mud. The Latitude Plus gives you the V6 and four-wheel drive without stepping up to the Limited's leather and larger wheels, saving a few thousand dollars. Its 3.2L V6 makes 271 horsepower and pairs with an {automatic transmission} and four-wheel drive, returning 23 mpg combined. The Selec-Terrain system with Snow, Sand, and Mud settings is standard here, so you get real traction tuning without the Trailhawk's raised suspension.