New Jeep Cherokee for Sale nearAnkeny, IA

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 $15,075, and that figure reached a low of $15,075 over the past year. 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 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its rugged character, comfortable ride, and roomy cabin, along with the useful features and everyday versatility that make it easy to live with. Many shoppers also value the Cherokee’s blend of capability and comfort, especially when they want a vehicle with more personality than a typical crossover.

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

The main tradeoffs center on efficiency, powertrain smoothness in some years, and long-term reliability concerns on older models, so the best used examples are the ones with clean histories and a careful test drive.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Cherokee models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Cherokee’s comfort, capability, and everyday usefulness, and many shoppers appreciate how well it balances utility with a distinctive Jeep character. Across the model line, owners also tend to praise its spaciousness and feature content.

• Owners rate the Jeep Cherokee between 3.9 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership risk comes from the model years with known transmission and reliability concerns, so a thorough inspection and vehicle-history review matter most on older examples.

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

Across all model years, at 70.2% 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: forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality, and Active Driving Assist
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch touchscreen with the Uconnect 5 infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and over-the-air updates
• 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: The entry model starts the lineup with standard all-wheel drive, the hybrid powertrain, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard driver-assistance features. It suits you if you want the Cherokee’s core setup at the lowest price.
• Laredo: This trim adds more equipment while keeping the same hybrid foundation and standard AWD. It is the best-value trim if you want a step up in features without moving too far up the price ladder.
• Limited: This version adds leatherette seats and wireless device charging, along with the same standard tech and safety foundation. It suits you if you want a more upscale cabin and extra convenience.
• Overland: The top trim adds 20-inch wheels, traffic-sign recognition, wireless device charging, and the available surround-view camera system. It is the right pick if you want the most feature-rich Cherokee.

What Jeep Cherokee do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a broad mix of price, equipment, and availability. More listings also make it easier to compare condition, mileage, and deal quality before you buy.

What is the Jeep Cherokee's resale value?

Most Cherokee model years are down year over year, and several recent ones show double-digit declines. That creates better buying opportunities for used shoppers, especially if you are targeting a newer model year. One model year is essentially flat, which stands out against the broader pattern of falling prices.

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

Jeep offers similar standard driver-assistance features to other mainstream brands, including forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality.

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 −10.11% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −9.89%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 32.2% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $16,416. The Jeep Cherokee offers a distinctive mix of utility, comfort, and character that has helped it stand out across generations.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The new Cherokee’s specs don’t seem very Jeep-like at first. The only powertrain available at launch consists of a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine connected to a two-motor hybrid system with a planetary gearset taking the place of a conventional transmission, similar to what Subaru and Toyota use. It’s good for 210 horsepower and 230 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The 2026 Cherokee comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, still running the same Uconnect 5 infotainment system as the outgoing Cherokee from the 2023 model year. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto remain standard.
• Safety: Jeep offers similar standard driver-assistance features to other mainstream brands, including forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality. Active Driving Assist, which pairs automated lane centering with adaptive cruise control for highway driving, is also standard.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $36,995 for the base model.

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.

How does the 2020 Jeep Cherokee compare to the 2020 Ford Escape?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.