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Owners praise the 2.4L Tigershark engine paired with the nine-speed automatic for decent fuel economy on highway drives—hitting 28 mpg combined is realistic if you're not in 4WD mode constantly. The Trailhawk trim's off-road geometry and locking differentials make it a genuine weekend warrior without needing a full-size truck. Many buyers keep them past 150k miles because the frame and suspension feel bulletproof compared to crossovers.
The nine-speed transmission is the most reported issue—hesitation, jerking, or outright shutdowns happen as early as 40k miles, with some owners reporting multiple rebuilds under warranty; Chrysler extended coverage to 100k for some units. Water intrusion in the tailgate area causes corrosion and electrical gremlins around 60k–90k miles. Paint peeling on the hood and roof is common by 80k miles, especially on white and silver models. Head gasket failures emerge around 120k miles, requiring a full engine teardown.
Under 80k miles: $16,500–$21,000. 80k–120k miles: $13,500–$17,500. Over 120k miles: $10,000–$14,000. Clean Carfax, full service records, and Trailhawk trim command the high end; transmission work history and paint damage drop the offer by $2,000–$3,500.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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