Used Jeep Cherokee for Sale nearColumbia, SC

How much does the Jeep Cherokee cost in today's market?

Used Jeep Cherokee prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Jeep Cherokee's current nationwide average price is $15,251, and its lowest point over the past year was $15,251. Recently, prices have come down for the 2021 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Jeep Cherokee a good car?

Yes — the Jeep Cherokee earns strong marks from owners overall, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.46/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its rugged character, comfortable ride, and useful mix of capability and value. Many also highlight its spacious interior and user-friendly features, especially in well-equipped versions.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in fuel economy, powertrain smoothness on some years, and the complexity of certain vehicle settings on newer models.

31.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Cherokee models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Cherokee for its comfort, capability, and everyday usefulness. Across the lineup, it also earns credit for a rugged personality and a strong value proposition that keeps it appealing to used buyers.

• Owners rate the Jeep Cherokee between 3.86 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the Cherokee can be a smart used buy when you choose carefully and verify maintenance and history.

What should I look for when buying a used Jeep Cherokee?

Across all model years, at 70.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Active Driving Assist, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality; traffic-sign recognition is standard on the Overland model.
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch touchscreen with the Uconnect 5 infotainment system, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: 37 mpg combined (39 mpg city, 35 mpg highway).

Which Jeep Cherokee trim should I buy?

The 2026 Jeep Cherokee offers these trims:

• Base model: The entry trim brings the 12.3-inch touchscreen, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, standard all-wheel drive, and standard advanced safety features, making it the best-value starting point.
• Laredo: This trim adds a more upscale step up in the lineup and is a good fit if you want more equipment while staying close to the core Cherokee formula.
• Limited: This trim adds leatherette seats and wireless device charging, giving you a more premium-feeling cabin.
• Overland: This top trim adds 20-inch wheels, traffic-sign recognition, and the most upscale presentation in the lineup.

What Jeep Cherokee do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Cherokee years with the most listings are 2020, 2019, and 2018.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a broad mix of availability, pricing, and equipment choices. They also make it easier to compare listings and find the right combination of features and condition.

What is the Jeep Cherokee's resale value?

Most Cherokee model years are down year over year, which creates more room for used buyers to find value. The biggest drops are concentrated in several recent and mid-cycle years, while one newer year is essentially flat. That mix suggests a market where many trims have softened, but the newest model is still close to steady.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2017, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Jeep Cherokee safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2016: 6/10
• 2014: 8/10

Active Driving Assist, which pairs automated lane centering with adaptive cruise control for highway driving, is standard.

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Jeep Cherokee now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −9.27% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −10.28%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 33.6% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $16,764. The Jeep Cherokee offers a distinctive blend of Jeep character, comfort, and everyday usefulness.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Cherokee pairs a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with a two-motor hybrid system for 210 horsepower and 230 pound-feet of torque, and Jeep estimates 37 mpg combined, 39 mpg city, and 35 mpg highway.
• Tech: The latest Cherokee comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 10 years of over-the-air updates.
• Safety: The latest Cherokee adds Active Driving Assist, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality, and traffic-sign recognition on the Overland model.
• Starting price: The Cherokee starts at $36,995.

If you're buying used today, the 2020 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.