2020 Jeep Cherokee — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2020 Jeep Cherokee

Owners praise the 2020 Cherokee's 3.2-liter V6 paired with the 9-speed automatic transmission for genuine off-road capability without feeling sluggish on highways. The Trailhawk trim's all-terrain tires and Selec-Terrain system let you shift between modes (snow, sand, rock) with one dial, which weekend adventurers say makes scrambling up fire roads feel almost effortless. The high seating position gives you visibility over traffic that compact SUV shoppers almost always mention first.

Common complaints and known issues

The 9-speed transmission occasionally shifts erratically between 8th and 9th gear around 60–80 mph, creating a hunting sensation that NHTSA received dozens of complaints about in 2020 models; dealers sometimes reprogram the transmission but fixes are inconsistent. Paint peeling on the hood and roof panels shows up routinely after 40k miles in humid regions. The backup camera display freezes or goes black on some units, especially after 35k–50k miles, usually fixable by replacing the Uconnect module but costing $400–$600.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $18,500–$22,000. 80k–120k miles: $15,500–$19,000. Over 120k miles: $12,000–$16,000. Trailhawk AWD trims command $2,000–$3,500 premiums over base FWD models; accident history and transmission service records push prices down sharply in all bands.

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.