Are you looking for a small SUV with real off-road capabilities while maintaining excellent on-road drivability? The 2021 Jeep Cherokee near Bayard NM checks both boxes and adds good looks as well.
The compact crossover segment of the automotive world is filled to the brim with an assortment of vehicles from nearly every brand out there. The Jeep Cherokee resides in this segment, along with the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, and the Honda CR-V to name a few. But once the Jeep's abilities are compared to the others' you've got to ask yourself, just what is a crossover, and when do we start calling it a sport-utility vehicle?
2021 Jeep Cherokee near Bayard NM: What Makes it a Crossover
By definition, a crossover is usually built on the same platform as a car, with a unibody, or all in one frame and underpinnings. Crossovers are an excellent means of running around town completing errands as well as taking on longer trips. The highly popular CR-V and others are great at that, and so is the Cherokee.
But what if you need or want something a bit more rugged, with more of a true SUV feel to it, something that can truly handle real off-roading adventures? Could the RAV4 take on a rutted and muddy trail and make it all the way to the end? Would you really trust a Nissan Rogue to get you to a weekend campsite on the river? Well, you can trust the 2021 Jeep Cherokee to accomplish those tasks and more.
As a rival in the city however, the Cherokee does have a couple of drawbacks. It's a heavier machine than the others, so fuel economy isn't quite as good as theirs. On the other hand, you know it's built solidly, and the heaviness adds to the safe and secure feeling you get when you're in it. It may not feel as quick as the competitors either, though none of the competitors are especially quick, they just weigh less than the Cherokee! When it comes to accelerating for passing and merging however, the Cherokee is up to the task and does just fine.
For the 2021 model year, there are three engines offered on the Jeep Cherokee, with power delivered to the front wheels as standard. All wheel drive or 4WD are available or included, depending on the trim level. A 9-speed automatic transmission is paired with all three engines, and it shifts quite smoothly, much better than its predecessor.
The standard engine in the 2021 Jeep Cherokee near Bayard NM is a 2.4 liter inline 4-cylinder that puts out 180 hp. It's fine for the daily commute and shuttling kids, but if you enjoy more pep, upgrade to the optional 2.0-liter turbo four. It puts out 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque for more exciting get-up-and-go, and gives it the ability to tow up to 4,000 lbs. A third engine choice is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that produces 271 hp and gives the Cherokee towing power of up to 4500 lbs., which is much higher than any of the car-based crossovers in this class.
The ride and handling are well done, thanks to quality seats and a good suspension. The turning radius is pretty tight too, which is nice for city maneuvers as well as off-road travels. And off-road is where the 2021 Jeep Cherokee near Bayard NM really stands out.
There are five Cherokee models to choose from this year, and the Trailhawk is the most rugged of them all. It's a true four-wheel-drive and has extra off-road equipment and higher ground clearance that enables it to bring you further into the wilderness than any of its manicured rivals ever dreamed. Yet, even the less specialized trims still deliver capability that most other brands in this class can't match. And that is why the Jeep Cherokee is a true SUV.
But don't just take our word for it. Visit Viva Jeep at 860 N Telshor Blvd in Las Cruces to find out more about the Jeep Cherokee and all the other Jeep models for 2021.
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