The European version of the fifth generation Cherokee was shown back in early February 2014, and by mid-spring, Chrysler Group LLC announced Russian prices. Unfortunately, the cost of the novelty, taking into account the transformations made, turned out to be much higher than experts expected - so this crossover will not be a “bestseller”. However, in addition to the price, the new off-road vehicle has many disadvantages noted by critics. True, the Cherokee also has a lot of advantages. In general, let's understand everything in order ...
Concern Chrysler Group LLC is controlled by the Italian concern FIAT, which, apparently, left its mark on the fifth Cherokee. There is no trace of the former brutal body contours of the Jeep Cherokee. The novelty has acquired a controversial design in the style of "biodesign", on which FIAT "ate the dog" at one time. Did it do any good? It is unlikely, especially considering the fact that if at least a recognizable radiator grille remains in front, then the feed is a “pathetic parody of the Korean auto industry” at all. A car with the “KL” index is no longer a brutal off-road conqueror, but a typical urban SUV (visually, although in the version with a monodrive - and literally) with elegant and light body features that are afraid to scratch or rumple on a sudden obstacle somewhere in the forest .
Now about the dimensions. This car fits right into the mid-size crossovers. The length of the body is 4624 mm, while the length of the wheelbase is 2692 mm. The width does not exceed 1859 mm in the basic version and 1902 mm in the top version. The height varies from 1681 to 1722 mm and depends on the type of chassis installed. The curb weight of the Russian version of the Cherokee-KL, in the basic configuration, does not exceed 1738 kg.
The novelty received a five-seater saloon with a completely new interior. But already during the first tests, problems with the comfort of the front seats were revealed, which clearly lack more pronounced lateral support. Against their background, the rear seats look simply “highly comfortable”, especially considering the fact that they are equipped with a tilt-adjustable backrest and can be moved back and forth.
The ergonomics of the driver's seat is very well organized, which slightly smooths out the negative from an uncomfortable seat: all controls are at hand, easily accessible and do not distract from the road. There were no complaints about the quality of the soundproofing of the cabin, but the quality of assembly and fitting of interior parts is clearly lame and does not correspond to the price segment. Another important minus is the volume of the glove compartment, in which only gloves really fit.
As for the trunk, it is organized “according to European patterns” - with nets and hooks for luggage, as well as a spare tire neatly packed under the floor. The basic capacity of the luggage compartment is 412 liters. With the second row of seats folded down - 1267 liters.
Specifications. In Russia, the 5th generation Jeep Cherokee will be offered to customers with three engine options, one of which will be a diesel power plant.
- The base engine will be a gasoline 4-cylinder in-line atmospheric unit from the Tigershark MultiAir series, the working volume of which is 2.4 liters (2360 cm³). The engine is located transversely, equipped with a 16-valve timing, "Fiat" electro-hydraulic system for changing the valve timing and distributed fuel injection. Its maximum power is declared by the manufacturer at around 177 hp, developed at 6000 rpm. In addition, the engine produces 229 Nm of torque already at 3900 rpm. As a gearbox, the Americans will offer a 9-speed hydromechanical "automatic" ZF 9HP, and this, we note, is a unique proposal in this class of crossovers. With a junior engine under the hood, the “fifth Cherokee” is able to dial the “first hundred” on the speedometer in 10.5 seconds, and also “eat” about 8.3 liters of gasoline in the combined cycle.
- Another aspirated engine belonging to the Pentastar line will become the top gasoline engine in our market. It has six V-shaped cylinders with a total displacement of 3.2 liters (3239 cm³). The flagship engine is equipped with multiport fuel injection, a 24-valve DOHC timing belt, is made of aluminum alloy, and its maximum output is 272 hp. at 6500 rpm. The peak torque of the top-end motor falls at around 315 Nm and is reached at 4300 rpm. As a checkpoint, the same version of the 9-speed "automatic" is offered, with which the SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 8.1 seconds and spend about 10.0 liters of fuel for every 100 km in the combined cycle.
- Diesel (which will later be available in Russia) has Italian roots. The 2.0-liter engine from the Multijet II line received four in-line cylinders, a direct fuel injection system, a start / stop system and a variable geometry turbocharger. The maximum power of the diesel power unit is 170 hp. at 4000 rpm, and the peak of torque rests on the mark of 350 Nm already at 1750 rpm. Dealers will also not offer a choice of gearbox for diesel, limiting themselves to the same 9-speed “automatic”, which allows the diesel Cherokee to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.3 seconds. As for fuel consumption, the 170-horsepower diesel is limited to 5.8 liters in the combined cycle.
The machine is built on the Compact U.S. platform. Wide with a rigid monocoque body. "In the base" this new product is a classic mid-size crossover with front-wheel drive, independent suspension with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link rear suspension system, as well as disc brakes on all wheels (ventilated discs are placed only on the front wheels).
In more expensive versions, the buyer will be offered a choice of two options for the all-wheel drive system: Active Drive I, which connects the rear wheels automatically when the front wheels slip, or Active Drive II, equipped with a low gear with a gear ratio of 2.92 and a lockable center differential based on a multi-plate couplings.
In the top version, this car gets a full-fledged Active Drive Lock off-road transmission, which, in addition to the Active Drive II equipment, provides a rear differential lock and also adds a few centimeters of ground clearance.
As for driving performance, during the tests this off-road vehicle demonstrated excellent handling on any road surface (thanks to the front suspension from Alfa Romeo Giulietta), excellent geometric cross-country ability and easily overcame a 35 ° slope. True, it is worth noting that all this is relevant for the "top-end Cherokee" - with a full-fledged all-wheel drive transmission. The front-wheel drive “KL” is a typical urban crossover, on which it is not recommended to drive off the asphalt at all.
Options and prices. In Russia, Cherokee KL is offered in four equipment options: "Sport", "Longitude", "Trailhawk" and "Limited". The manufacturer included 17-inch alloy wheels, ABS, EBD, a stabilization system, 7 airbags, a basic multimedia system with a 5-inch touch screen, fabric interior, electromechanical power steering, air conditioning and full power accessories in the list of basic equipment.
The price for Cherokee in 2015 starts at 2,049,000 rubles. The most affordable version with all-wheel drive will cost at least 2,149,000 rubles. The cost of the maximum configuration "Limited" with a 3.2-liter engine will be 2,890,000 rubles. Well, the diesel version "Limited" (in Russia since April 2015) is offered at a price of 2,899,000 rubles.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is an American-designed five-door SUV produced in the United States and Europe. So, the first generation car was originally assembled in America, and then a conveyor was opened in Austria. The very first Grand Cherokee has been produced since 1992. Its engine range consisted of an Italian 2.5 liter diesel (114 hp), a 4.0 liter V6 petrol (170-184 hp), as well as a flagship V8 Magnum 5.2 liter engine (power 185-223 hp). . With.). Moreover, in the period 1997-1998, the Grand Cherokee was produced in a small edition with a 5.9-liter engine with a capacity of 245 hp. With.
The car was delivered to the USA with front or all-wheel drive.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8
Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV
In 1999, the start of sales of the second generation of the popular American SUV was announced. The car has become larger and more luxurious, and received an automatic transmission as standard. The engine range consisted of productive Chrysler engines. We are talking about a six-cylinder engine with a capacity of 195 liters. with., as well as a 4.7-liter V8 engine with a capacity of 235-265 liters. With. Diesel modifications with a volume of 2.7 liters (163 hp) and 3.1 liters (138 hp) were supplied to other countries.
The second generation car officially left the assembly line in 2004, but in 2006 the Chinese decided to resume production at their Beijing Jeep Corporation plant.
From 2005 to 2010, the third generation Jeep Grand Cherokee was on the assembly line. The car was assembled in the USA and Austria. It used components from Mercedes-Benz, including a lot of electronic systems. The SUV began to be positioned as a more prestigious model with very powerful engines. So, the basic equipment received a 2014-horsepower unit with a volume of 3.7 liters, and more top-end versions were content with V8 engines with a volume of 4.7 (238-303 hp) and 5.7 liters (326 hp). The most economical version is with a three-liter Mercedes-Benz turbodiesel with a capacity of 211 hp. With. The “charged” SRT-8 equipment received a 6.2-liter Hemi engine with a capacity of 425 horsepower.
In 2010, sales of the fourth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee began. The car received a more modern corporate style with smoothed corners, but at the same time remained true to the previous design concept. The SUV is available with petrol engines of 3.0 and 3.6 liters, with a capacity of 238 and 286 "horses", respectively. Also available for sale is a "charged" 6.4-liter version with a capacity of 468 hp. With.
The new generation of the legendary American SUV Jeep Cherokee 2014 was presented to the public at the end of March 2013 at the Jeep exposition as part of. The new design of the Jeep Cherokee 2014 caused a storm of emotions, the car immediately had admirers and ardent opponents. Our article will help readers to thoroughly get acquainted with the new exterior and interior of a diverse SUV crossover (a choice of three all-wheel drive transmissions), technical characteristics, the number of versions and their filling with options for comfort management, infotainment for the driver and passenger, electronic assistants that make life easier for the owner , tires and rims and color options available for body painting. Photo and video materials will help readers to consider the novelty from all sides and look into the salon.
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Revolutionary changes in the appearance of the new generation Jeep Cherokee immediately divided the army of fans of the American SUV into two camps. Representatives of the first are indignant, the second half is intrigued by design innovations. Of course, we cannot say how American designers (it was not without the participation of the Italian studio) dared to change the traditional and classic appearance inherent in the previous generation of the model, but ... the appearance of the “brick on wheels” (this is how Cherokee SUVs look like since 1974) is called stylish and attractive impossible. Did the Americans guess with the "new face" of the car? We will get the answer in the fall of 2013, when sales of the new model in the USA begin.
Before starting to describe the appearance of the model, it is worth noting that the new Jeep Cherokki 2013-2014 is presented in four versions. The first three - Cherokee Sport, Cherokee Latitude and Cherokee Limited look like crossovers and differ from each other only in small external decor details, but the Cherokee Trailhawk is a real off-road conqueror with off-road tires, compact front and rear bumpers made of black plastic, engine compartment protection and all-wheel drive transmission elements with metal sheets, two towing loops at the front and one at the rear, painted in bright red and ground clearance increased to 220 mm (for other versions clearance 195 mm). The external dimensions of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee body are: 4625 mm long, 1860 mm wide, 1680 mm high, with a 2700 mm wheelbase.
The Cherokee Trailhawk body also has geometric cross-country characteristics worthy for an SUV: 29.8 degrees - the angle of entry, 23.3 degrees - the angle of the ramp to be overcome, 32.1 degrees - the exit angle, the fording depth available for forcing at speeds up to 8 mph is 510 mm .
The new Cherokee, in our opinion, looks simply amazing. Seven branded (Jeep calling card) slots of the radiator grille are dressed in chrome, a stylish front bumper with a huge additional air intake of a streamlined shape is protected along the bottom with unpainted plastic, the headlights are located on three levels. The upper stylish strips of head lighting with touches of LEDs, the central blocks of additional light in neat wells are organically complemented by large foglights. The waves on the hood look amazing, forming ridges in the transitions to the inflated front fenders.
Side body with square-shaped wheel arches designed to accommodate 215/60 R17 rubber or tires 215/ 55 R18 on 17" steel or light alloy disks 17-18 radius, curved and high window sill line, smooth surfaces of the sidewalls, cascading roof line, compact coma - a crossover of pure water.
If the Jeep logo did not flaunt on the surface of the tailgate, the car could be classified as any European or Asian manufacturer. A huge bumper with integrated trapezoid muffler nozzles, carefully covering the body of the crossover at the rear, a compact tailgate crowned with a spoiler, narrow lampshades of position lamps with LED filling try to repeat the shape and size of the headlights of the head lighting equipment, while the lampshades are placed very high above the road surface and prop up the glass of the fifth doors.
The originality, style and space design of the exterior break all stereotypes regarding the conservative appearance of the Jeep Cherokee of previous generations. It is also worth noting that the new body is characterized by a low drag coefficient of air flow, which has a positive effect not only on fuel efficiency, but also on the car's handling.
- It remains only to mention the options offered colors enamels for painting the body of the new Jeep Cherokee: Bright White (white), Billet Silver (dark silver), Cashmere Pearl (beige), Granite (dark gray), True Blue (dark blue), Eco Green (dark green) , Mango Tango (orange), Deep Cherry Red (red) and Brilliant Black (black).
The interior of the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee matches the appearance of the novelty, and compared to the interior of the previous generation of the model, it has changed beyond recognition. The quality of the materials used (soft plastics, fabric or leather), according to Jeep representatives, is premium.
Inside the car, a completely new dashboard with a 3.5-inch on-board computer screen or a 7-inch full-color screen, a multifunctional steering wheel, new driver and front passenger seats with bright lateral support are installed. As an option, it is possible to order electric adjustment, heating and ventilation of the front seats.
On the center console of the initial versions of the new Cherokee, a 5-inch color touch screen is installed, in more expensive trim levels, an 8.4-inch touch screen.
As options responsible for comfort and safety, there is a huge list of systems: an advanced multimedia system with 9 speakers, navigation, a rear view camera, a parallel and perpendicular parking assistant, front and rear parking sensors, systems that monitor blind spots, lane markings, adaptive cruise control. control capable of slowing down and completely stopping the car, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and engine start with a button, a panoramic roof and other chips.
For three passengers in the second row of space with a margin in all directions, the rear row is able to move along the cabin, thus increasing the legroom of passengers or the size of the trunk, a separate backrest changes the angle of inclination. The rear seats fold to form a flat cargo area.
Specifications new generation Jeep Cherokee 2013-2014: the car is built on a platform. The suspension is fully independent with classic MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link architecture at the rear, disc brakes, electric power steering is installed. The novelty with three different types of all-wheel drive transmission can expand the audience of potential crossover owners, but the Cherokee Trailhawk version can still be safely attributed to the SUV class, because the car is equipped with an advanced Active Drive Lock all-wheel drive system (two-way transfer case with reduction gear, active redistribution of torque along the axles , locking center and rear differential, Selec-Terrain system with five modes).
The Active Drive II transmission is a little simpler, its difference from the most advanced all-wheel drive system is the absence of a rear differential lock.
The simplest Active Drvive I system is typically crossover, the electronics are responsible for the distribution of torque along the axes, and by default, the thrust from the engine is transmitted to the front wheels, and only when slipping, up to 50% of the torque is transmitted to the rear.
Engines for the new Jeep Cherokee 2014 from the beginning of sales, two gasoline engines are provided:
- Four-cylinder series Tigershark Multiair 2.4-liter (186 hp) and 3.2-liter V6 Pentastar (271 hp). In tandem with the motors, the newest automatic machine with 9 !!! steps - box 9 automatic transmission.
Fuel consumption: the manufacturer promises that the 186 horsepower engine is satisfied with only 7.6 liters of gasoline in the combined driving mode.
It will be possible to buy a new generation Jeep Cherokee in Russia from the spring of 2014, the price of the novelty will become known closer to the start of sales.
The new Jeep Cherokee from 2014 is an avant-garde car that has brought radically new notes to the existing crossover segment. Thanks to the brutal design, you will not confuse it with any other car.
Options and price Jeep Cherokee 2014
The starting price of a front-wheel drive car is 1,390,000 rubles, the AWD version with the same engine will cost at least 1,600,000 rubles. The top-of-the-line V6 Jeep Cherokee (Limited and Trailhawk) with 272 hp. will cost about 2,000,000 rubles. Absolutely all modifications have an automatic 9-speed gearbox.
"American" has an original appearance and looks just amazing. The radiator grille is equipped with seven branded slots and “dressed” in chrome, the front bumper has a stylish shape, a large additional air intake with streamlined contours is protected at the bottom by unpainted plastic, the headlights are placed on three levels.
The side parts of the body have a high curved window sill line, the design of the sidewalls has a smooth surface, the roof line is sloping, the feed is very compact - all signs of a real crossover.
Exterior Jeep Cherokee 2014 broke all stereotypes in terms of the conservative appearance of previous models. The frontal resistance of the new body to the air flow has a low coefficient, which has a positive effect on handling and fuel economy.
Intense exterior paint colors are available, including stunning Deep Cherry Red in red and chic Brilliant Black.
Salon for 5 seats to match the luxurious appearance, premium materials are used for its decoration - leather, fabric, soft plastics. Expensive versions are equipped with a laconic dashboard, on which the usual 5-inch monochrome screen, which is installed in the initial versions, is replaced by a large 8.4-inch touchscreen monitor.
Also, a multifunctional steering wheel is installed in the car, new seats with lateral support in bright colors have been developed for the driver and front passenger. As additional amenities, you can order ventilation and heating for the front seats and power adjustment.
In the second row, 3 passengers can freely accommodate with a margin in any direction, since the back row is able to change position along the passenger compartment, as a result of which it is possible to increase legroom or trunk dimensions, it is also possible to change the angle of the backrest due to the separate design of the latter.
The trunk of the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee SUV has 591 liters, and if you lower the rear row of seats, you can get all 1267 liters. Under the trunk floor there are the necessary tools and a spare wheel, it is not without a spare wheel. Everything is provided here! On the left side of the inner wall there is a button for closing the tailgate.
Specifications Jeep Cherokee
The basis of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee was the Alfa Romeo Giulietta hatchback platform. Front - classic MacPherson struts, rear multi-link architecture, which indicates the complete independence of the suspension. The car is equipped with disc brakes and electric power steering. High-strength steel makes up 65% of the volume of the entire body.
The new Jeep Cherokee appeared before motorists in four versions, three of which, having different types of all-wheel drive transmission, can increase the number of potential crossover owners.
If we talk about the Cherokee Trailhawk, then it can be safely classified as an SUV, since it is equipped with an advanced all-wheel drive system Active Drive Lock, which provides a two-way transfer case with a reduction gear, redistribution along the axes of torque, locking the rear differential and center differential, as well as the Selec- Terrain, which has 5 modes. Also, this particular model has a flat bottom with steel protection of all elements.
The base engine of the new Jeep Cherokee is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine from the Tigershark MultiAir 2 family. It is capable of developing 186 hp. at a maximum torque of 232 Nm. He was paired with a 274-horsepower (324 Nm) V6 Pentastar, which has a working volume of 3.2 liters. Both engines work in tandem with the latest automatic 9-speed transmission.
Fuel consumption Jeep Cherokee 2014:
- City cycle, liters (2.4 / 2.0 MultiJet II / V6 3.3) - 12 / 7.1 / 13.9.
- Gasoline consumption for out-of-town driving - 6.8 / 5.1 / 7.7.
- Mixed cycle - 8.8 / 5.8 / 10.
- Toxicity standard (2.4 / 2.0 MultiJet II / V6 3.3) - Euro-6, Euro-5, Euro-6.
The simplest modification of Active Drive I, if necessary, can connect the rear axle, while in normal traffic the SUV works like a front-wheel drive.
The 4-Low mode, which is designed for slow movement in off-road conditions, as well as for towing a trailer, is equipped with the second version of Active Drive II. When this mode is activated, the center differential locks, which is the multi-plate clutch. In this version, the ground clearance is increased by 25 mm.
The Jeep Active Drive Lock system is the most advanced, building on the previous version, and can fully lock the rear differential to tackle tough off-road terrain.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk features full transmission lockouts and tow hooks. When sales will begin and how much the car costs is still unknown.
But sales of European specification Jeep Cherokee in Russia will begin on May 23. Externally and internally, the car is absolutely similar to the overseas version. On the domestic market, it will be possible to buy a luxury car, which is equipped with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 177 hp. In Europe, such a Cherokee cannot be bought.
Passport data Jeep Cherokee for Russia
The dimensions of the crossover are represented by a body length of 4624 mm with a wheelbase of 2692. The width of the base Jeep Cherokee models is 1859 mm, and the top version is 1902 mm. The height is determined by the type of chassis and varies from 1681 to 1722 mm. The weight of the Russian version with the basic configuration is no more than 1738 kg.
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