The KL Jeep Cherokee has been given a big facelift for the 2019 model year. We compare it side by side with 2014-2018 model to see what’s changed.
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2014-17
Despite selling well, Jeep has listened to complaints, and significantly redesigned the opinion splitting front end design. The updated model is more in line with the newer Compass, and definitely less controversial.
2019 F/L
2014-17
The controversial grille treatment, with the upper half of slats slanted back has been toned down. Behind the lower, more conventional grille is the existing 180hp/134kW 2.4-liter I4, or 271hp/202kW 3.2-liter V6. The 270hp/201kW 2-liter Hurricane turbo I4 is a new addition to the range.
2019 F/L
2014-17
The 2018 Cherokee facelift ditches the controversial split headlamp treatment, which features a prominent thin upper brow with LED driving lights, and a disguised main and high beam section lower down the bumper. The updated car now has a more traditional setup with lights very similar to ones used on the smaller second generation Compass.
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2014-17
The rear has also undergone significant surgery. The tailgate has been modified to house the license plate, meaning the original version's vast expanse of blank space has been eliminated. The bumper is still predominantly gray/black, but it's got some more chrome now.
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2014-17
The taillamp graphics have also been redesigned, with a more family feel.
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2014-17
Interior changes are minor compared to the outside. Seat trims have been changed on some models.
2019 F/L
2014-17
The silver fake metal trim has been toned down, and some of the plastic surrounding gear shifter, vents, and infotainment system have been toned down, and look more realistic. The uConnect infotainment system has been upgraded to the latest version.
2019 F/L
2014-17
There's more realistic fake metal on the steering wheel, and some of the buttons have been redesigned.
