New Jeep Cherokee for Sale nearScottsdale, AZ

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 $15,358, and its lowest point over the past year was $15,358. 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 across the lineup.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.46/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Cherokee for its comfort, rugged character, and useful capability. They also frequently highlight its spacious interiors, user-friendly features, and comfortable ride.

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

The main trade-offs center on efficiency, performance consistency, and some reliability concerns in older generations. Recent expert-tested models also bring a few usability quirks in vehicle settings and cargo space.

31.5% 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 as major strengths. Across the lineup, the model also earns praise for its durable character, spacious cabin, and approachable feature set.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is highest on older model years, so a careful history check and inspection matter most when you shop earlier examples.

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: 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 wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster
• 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:

• Laredo: This trim adds the core Cherokee setup with the standard hybrid powertrain, standard all-wheel drive, the 12.3-inch touchscreen, the 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It’s the best-value choice if you want the Cherokee’s main features without stepping up in price.
• Limited: This trim adds leatherette seats, wireless device charging, and the same standard hybrid and AWD setup, making it a strong pick if you want a more upscale cabin and extra convenience.
• Overland: This trim adds 20-inch wheels, traffic-sign recognition, wireless device charging, and the most premium 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 feature content. When more listings are on the market, you usually have more room to compare trims and find the right equipment level.

What is the Jeep Cherokee's resale value?

Most Cherokee model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in the earlier and mid-cycle years, while one newer year is still edging up. That mix suggests you can find stronger value in several recent model years without giving up much selection.

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. Active Driving Assist, which pairs automated lane centering with adaptive cruise control for highway driving, is also 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 −8.93% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −10.3%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 33% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $16,908. The Jeep Cherokee offers a comfortable ride, useful everyday versatility, and the kind of recognizable Jeep character that gives it lasting appeal.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a two-motor hybrid system for 210 horsepower and 230 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The latest model comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest model adds Active Driving Assist, traffic-sign recognition on the Overland model, and a surround-view camera system as an available option.
• 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 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.