2022 Jeep Cherokee — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2022 Jeep Cherokee

The 2022 Cherokee's 3.2-liter V6 paired with the 9-speed automatic delivers 271 horsepower and feels genuinely quick off the line, especially in the Trailhawk trim with its disconnecting sway bar for rock crawling. Owners praise the tight steering and how easy it is to park compared to bigger SUVs. The available Uconnect 5 touchscreen (in higher trims) is intuitive and doesn't lag like earlier versions. Real-world backcountry capability on moderate trails without needing a Wrangler.

Common complaints and known issues

The 9-speed transmission can shift hesitantly or feel jerky during low-speed city driving and has been flagged in NHTSA complaints for rough downshifts around 15,000–35,000 miles. Paint peeling and clear coat failure on the hood and roof appear by 20,000–40,000 miles in humid climates, especially on darker colors like Diamond Black. Water leaks into the driver's door panel and dashboard have been reported starting around 25,000 miles. Infotainment software glitches and Bluetooth disconnects occur even in newer units.

Typical asking price

Under 60k miles: $21,500–$26,500. 60k–100k miles: $18,500–$23,000. Over 100k miles: $15,500–$20,000. Two-door Latitude trims sit at the lower end; four-door Trailhawk and Limited models command $2,000–$4,000 premiums. Clean title and no accident history can add $1,000–$2,500 depending on region; southern used markets see slightly lower asking prices due to paint degradation concerns.

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.