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Owners praise the 3.2L Pentastar V6 paired with the 9-speed automatic for smooth highway cruising and confident merging on ramps. The KL platform gives it a planted feel in corners that surprises people expecting a clunky SUV. Many buyers specifically hunt for the 2021 model year because Jeep had already worked out early transmission hiccups from the 2019 redesign.
The 9-speed transmission can shudder or hesitate during low-speed acceleration, especially noticeable between 30k and 60k miles when transmission fluid breaks down faster than expected. Door latch failures start appearing around 50k miles, leaving drivers unable to open or close doors smoothly. Infotainment system freezes during Bluetooth pairing are common, and the touchscreen can go unresponsive without warning. Some owners report water intrusion into the tailgate area after heavy rain, causing interior trim corrosion by 80k miles.
Under 80k miles: $22,500–$26,800. 80k–120k miles: $19,000–$23,500. Over 120k miles: $16,500–$20,800. Trims and accident history drive the spread most significantly; clean-title Overlands command premium prices, while salvage-title or fleet vehicles drop $3,000–$4,000.
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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