Jeep Cherokee · Model year 2016

2016 Jeep Cherokee specs, maintenance & manuals

Owner and shopper reference for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 6 manufacturer publications.

Schedule covers: 150k miles
Publications: 6

2016 Jeep Cherokee specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheet.

General information+

Body Style	Sport-utility vehicle (SUV)
Assembly Plant	Toledo North Assembly Plant, Toledo, Ohio
EPA Vehicle Class	Multipurpose vehicle
Introduction Date	October 2013 as a 2014 model

Body and chassis+

Layout	Transverse front engine, 4x2 and 4x4
Construction	Steel uniframe

Engine: 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 with engine stop-start (ESS)+

Availability	Optional on Sport, Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk
Type and Description	60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement	197.7 cu. in. (3,239 cc)
Bore x Stroke	3.58 x 3.27 (91.0 x 83.0)
Valve System	Chain-driven, DOHC, 24 valves, with hydraulic roller finger followers
Fuel Injection	Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Construction	Die cast aluminum block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression Ratio	10.7:1
Power (SAE net)	271 hp (199 kW) @ 6,500 rpm (82.4 hp/liter)
Torque (SAE net)	239 lb.-ft. (316 N•m) @ 4,400 rpm
Max. Engine Speed	6,500 rpm, electronically limited
Fuel Requirement	Regular unleaded, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil Capacity	6.0 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant Capacity	9.7 quarts (9.2 liters)
Emission Controls	Two mini-oxidation three-way catalytic converters; four heated oxygen sensors; and internal engine features(a)
Engine stop/start	Engine Stop/start technology
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined)	21/29/24 – 4x2; 20/28/23 – Jeep Active Drive I; 19/26/22 – Jeep Active Drive II; 19/26/22 – Jeep Active Drive Lock
Engine Assembly Plant	Trenton Engine, Trenton, Mich.

(a) Meets the ULEV II emission standard in all 50 states.

Engine: 2.4-liter MultiAir2 Tigershark I-4+

Availability	Standard — Sport, Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk
Type and Description	Inline four-cylinder, 16-valve MultiAir with multiport fuel injection
Displacement	144 cu. in. (2,360 cc)
Bore x Stroke	88 X 97
Valve System	SOHC, four valves per cylinder (16 total)
Fuel Injection	Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Construction	Aluminum block, aluminum cylinder head
Compression Ratio	10:1
Power (SAE net — estimated)	184 hp (137 kW) @ 6,400 rpm
Torque (SAE net — estimated)	171 lb.-ft. (234 N•m) @ 4,600 rpm
Max. Engine Speed	6,500 rpm
Fuel Requirement	Unleaded regular, 87 octane
Oil Capacity	5.5 quarts / 5.2 liters
Coolant Capacity	7.1 quarts / 6.7 liters
Emission Controls	Single catalytic converter, heated wide band lambda sensor upstream and mid-catalyst heated oxygen sensor(c); Partial zero-emissions vehicle in CARB states
Estimated EPA Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined)	22/31/25 - 4x2; 21/28/24 - Jeep Active Drive I; 21/27/23 - Jeep Active Drive II; 19/25/22 - Jeep Active Drive Lock
Engine Assembly Plant	Dundee Engine Plant, Dundee, Mich.

(c) Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 and LEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon, Washington, Maryland, Arizona and Delaware (2014 model year wording).

Transmission: 948TE nine-speed automatic+

Availability	Standard — all models
Description	Planetary gear train, transverse layout
Ratio Spread	9.81
1st	4.71
2nd	2.84
3rd	1.91
4th	1.38
5th	1.00
6th	0.81
7th	0.70
8th	0.58
9th	0.48
Rev	3.83

Axle ratios+

3.2-liter 4x2	3.251
3.2-liter 4x4 (non-trailer tow)	3.251
3.2-liter 4x4 (trailer tow)	3.517
2.4-liter 4x2	3.734
2.4-liter 4x4 (non-Trailhawk)	3.734
2.4-liter 4x4 (Trailhawk)	4.083

4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive I, Jeep Active Drive II, Jeep Active Drive Lock+

Availability	Jeep Active Drive I is optional on Sport, Latitude, and Limited models. Jeep Active Drive II is optional on Latitude and Limited. Jeep Active Drive Lock is standard on Trailhawk
Type	Fully disconnecting 4x2 mode with automatic 4x4 engagement; Electronic 4x4 Low and Neutral range shifting for Active Drive II and Lock; Full-time 4x4 mode with active on demand clutch on all 4x4 systems
Operating Modes	Auto 4x2/4x4; 4x4 Low, Neutral for Active Drive II and Lock
Center Differential Type	None
Terrain Response	Unique tuning in all terrain modes
Low-range Ratio	2.92:1

Electrical system+

Alternator	160-amp, 180-amp optional
Battery	600-amp maintenance-free, 730-amp optional, 700-amp AGM (with 3.2-liter engine with stop/start only)

Suspension+

Front	McPherson strut, long travel coil springs, one-piece aluminum sub-frame, aluminum lower control arms, stabilizer bar
Rear	Four link rear suspension with trailing arm, aluminum lateral links, isolated high-strength steel rear cradle, coil springs, stabilizer bar

Steering+

Type	Electric power rack and pinion
Overall Ratio	15.15 4x2 and 4x4, 15.36 4x4 Lock
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)	4x2: 37.6 (11.5); 4x4 I: 37.7 (11.5); 4x4 II: 38.0 (11.6); 4x4 Jeep Active Drive Lock: 38.1 (11.6)
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)	2.56 4x2 and 4x4, 2.67 4x4 Lock

Brakes+

Front: Size and Type	13 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor with 2.36 (60) single-piston floating caliper; 13 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor with 1.89 (48) twin piston floating caliper (available)
Front: Swept Area (per caliper)	100.9 sq. in. (651.1 sq. cm.), 1 x 60; 130.1 sq. in. (839.4 sq. cm.), 2 x 48
Rear: Size and Type	10.95 x 0.47 (278 x 12) solid rotor with 1.5 (38) single-piston floating caliper; 12.6 x 0.47 (320 x 12) solid rotor with 1.69 (43) single piston floating caliper (available)
Rear: Swept Area (per caliper)	99.0 sq. in. (638.6 sq. cm.) 1 x 38; 117.0 sq. in. (754.8 sq. cm.) 1 x 43
Power-assist Type	9 x 9 (230 x 230) tandem diaphragm, vacuum assist
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	Standard
Electronic stability control (ESC)	Standard
Parking Brake Type	Electric motor on caliper
Parking Brake Type (second entry)	Electronic park brake
Four-wheel Anti-lock Brakes	Standard on front-wheel-drive Sport, Latitude and Limited
All-speed Traction Control	Standard

Dimensions and capacities(a)+

Wheelbase	106.26 (2,699.1) 4x2, 106.3 (2,700) 4x4 I, 107.0(2,718.8) 4x4 Lock
Track, Front	62.2 (1,580.0) 4x4 and 4x2, 62.7 (1,593.5) 4x4 II, and 63.5 (1,613.5) 4x4 Lock
Track, Rear	61.9 (1,573.2) 4x4 and 4x2, 62.7 (1,594.1) 4x4 II, and 63.5 (1614.1) 4x4 Lock
Overall Length (NAFTA vehicles)	182 (4,624)
Overall Width	73.2 (1,858.8) 4x2 and 4x4, 74.9 (1,903.6) 4x4 Lock
Overall Height (with roof rack)	66.2 (1,682.9) 4x4, 65.7 (1,670.2) 4x2, 67.3 (1,710) 4x4 II, and 67.8 (1,723.3) 4x4 Lock
Load-floor height	30.9 (785.6) 4x4
Sill-step height	17.9 (453.8) front step height, 18.1(460.8) rear step height, 4x4
Ground Clearances (4x4 with P245/65R17 tires)	8.7 (221.6) minimum running ground clearance (4x4 Lock)
Ground Clearances: Chassis	9.7 (247.8) cradle bolt head / 8.8 (222.9) front underbody skid plate
Ground Clearances: Fuel Tank	10.5 (266.2) (bolt under fuel tank) / 10 (255.3) brush guard
Ground Clearances: Front Axle	10.4 (265.4) two-speed PTU heat shield
Ground Clearances: Rear Axle	9.7 (246.4) two-speed RDM with locker
Approach Angle, (with air dam) (degrees)	29.9 4x4 Lock; 18.9 4x4 I, 21.0 4x4 II; 16.7 4x2
Breakover Angle (degrees)	22.9 4x4 Lock; 19.5 4x4 I; 21.7 4x4 II; 17.7 4x2
Departure Angle (degrees)	32.2 4x4 Lock; 25.0 4x4 I; 27.3 4x4 II; 24.6 4x2
Aero Cd	0.339 (2.4-liter FWD with grille shutters)
Fuel-tank Capacity	15.9 gal. (60.0 liter)
Maximum occupants and cargo weight, lbs. (kg)	1,000 (454)
Maximum occupants and cargo weight: All models without Trailer-tow Group and equipped with aftermarket Class II type hitch	2,000 (907)
Maximum occupants and cargo weight: 2.4-liter engine automatic transmission with Trailer Tow Package (Class III)	2,000 (907)
Maximum occupants and cargo weight: 3.2-liter engine automatic transmission with Trailer Tow Package (Class III)	4,500 (2,041)

(a) All dimensions measured with two passengers. The three indented rows after occupants and cargo weight are printed without their own heading and read as trailer-tow ratings; transcribed as printed.

Weights+

Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 2.4-liter 4x2	3,655 (1,658)
Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x2	3,779 (1,714)
Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 2.4-liter 4x4	3,953 (1,793)
Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x4	4,046 (1835)
Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 2.4-liter 4x4 Lock	4,028 (1,827)
Curb Weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x4 Lock	4,108 (1,863)
Weight Distribution, 4x4, percent F/R	57/43
GVWR	5,050 lbs. – 2.4-liter FWD; 5,500 lbs. – 2.4-liter 4x4, 3.2-liter FWD, 3.2-liter 4x4

Accommodations: general+

Seating Capacity — Front/Rear

2/3

Accommodations: front row+

Headroom without Sunroof	39.4 (999.9)
Headroom with Sunroof	37.9 (964.5)
Legroom	41.1 (1,045)
Shoulder Room	57.6 (1,462.3)
Hip Room	53.8 (1,366.6)
Seat Travel	8.3 (210) driver / 7.5(190) front passenger
Recliner Range (degrees)	8 to 76 (manual) / 8 to 55.25 (powered)
SAE Volume (standard roof)	53.98 cu. ft.

Accommodations: second row+

Headroom	38.5 (978.2)
Legroom	40.3 (1,023.2)
Knee Clearance	3.5 (90.1)
Shoulder Room	55.1 (1,399.8)
Hip Room	49.9 (1,268.1)
Recliner Range (degrees)	19.25 to 25.25
SAE Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)	49.47

Accommodations: cargo access+

Liftover Height	30.9 (785.6) 4x4
Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening	41.4 (1,051) without subwoofer
Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening	36.1 (917.2) at top of opening
Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening	32.5 (825.0) 4x4 Lock
Minimum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening	30.7 (780.0) 4x2
Distance Between Wheelhouse Interior Trim	39.4 (1,000.5)

Accommodations: SAE cargo volume+

Rear Seats Up, cu. ft. (cu. m)	24.6 (0.7)
Rear Seats Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)	54.9 (1.555)
EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m)	128 (3.625)
Cargo Volume with Front Passenger Seat and Rear Seat Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)	58.9 (1.6678)
Behind Rear Seat	24.6 cu. ft. (0.7 cu. m) rear seat at design position; 26.9 ft³ (0.76 m³) rear seat at mid travel; 29.1 ft³ (0.82 m³) rear seat at full forward
Behind Front-row Seats with Rear Seats Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)	54.9 (1.6)

Wheels+

	Availability	Type and Material	Size
Wheel 1	Standard — Sport	Painted Silver full face steel	17 x 7
Wheel 2	Standard — Latitude / Available — Sport	Painted Silver cast aluminum	17 x 7
Wheel 3	Standard — Limited	Polished aluminum with non-painted pockets	18 x 7
Wheel 4	Standard — Limited / Available — Latitude	Polished aluminum with painted pockets	18 x 7
Wheel 5	Standard — Trailhawk	Polished aluminum with painted pockets	17 x 7.5
Wheel 6	Optional — Trailhawk	Jet Black Semi-gloss Painted Aluminum	17 x 7.5

Tires+

	Availability	Size and Type	Mfr. and Model	Revs per Mile (km)
Tire 1	Standard — Sport and Latitude	225/60R17 BSW, All-season	Firestone Destination LE2	757 (470)
Tire 2	Standard — Limited	225/55R18 BSW, All-season	Continental ProContact TX	752 (467)
Tire 3	Available — Sport and Latitude	225/65R17 OWL, All-season	Firestone Destination LE2	734 (456)
Tire 4	Available — Limited	225/60R18 BSW, All-season	Continental ProContact TX	727 (452)
Tire 5	Standard — Trailhawk	P245/65R17 OWL All-terrain	Firestone Destination A/T	713 (443)

Source: 2016 Jeep Cherokee Specifications (Stellantis media site).

Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2016 feature availability guide.

Only rows that differ

Showing 125 of 209 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available

Feature	SportFWD	Sport4x4	LatitudeFWD	Latitude4x4	LimitedFWD	Limited4x4	Trailhawk4x4
Exterior
ColorsRhino Clear Coat	—	—	—	—	—	—
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Light Brownstone Pearl Coat							—
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Eco Green Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat	—	—
Mango Tango Pearl Coat	—	—	—	—	—	—
True Blue Pearl Coat
Active grille shutters (with 2.4-liter engine) — not available with forward collision warning/adaptive cruise control	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Badges4x4 (4WD only)	—	✓	—	✓	—	✓	✓
Jeep	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Latitude	—	—	✓	✓	—	—	—
Limited	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	—
Sport	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Trailhawk	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Trail Rated (4WD only – 2 badges)	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Door handlesBlack	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Body color	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bright	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tip in dual outlets (with V-6 engine)	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Fascias — front and rearBody color	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	✓
Body color with bright lower accents	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	—
Fog Lamps	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
GlassSolar control glass	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Sunscreen, deep-tinted	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
GrilleAccent color surrounds	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Chrome surrounds	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
HeadlampsAutomatic	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bi-function halogen projector	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
High-intensity discharge	—	—	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	—
Auto high beam headlamp control	—	—	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Off time delay	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Black bezels	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Hood decal, matte black	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Body color	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
MirrorsAccent color	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Black	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Body color	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Supplemental signals	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Heated	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Power with manual foldaway	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	✓
Power multifunction with manual foldaway	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
MoldingBlack, daylight opening	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	✓
Bright, daylight opening	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Roof RailsSide roof rails, bright	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Side roof rails, accent color	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
SunroofCommandView dual-pane panoramic sunroof	—	—
Tail lamps, LED	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tonneau cover
Wheel flares, off-road	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Window wipers/washer — rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Windshield wipers — variable intermittent	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Windshield wipers — rain sensing	—	—	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Windshield with wiper deicer	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Interior
AccentsBase	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	✓
Premium	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	—
Red stitching	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Active headrests — front	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Air filtration	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Climate controlAir conditioning — manual	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	✓
Dual zone, automatic	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Assist handles, three, passenger	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth (Uconnect Voice Command / handsfree phone)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth streaming audio	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cargo Area — eight tie-down loops	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cargo net	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	✓
Connectivity115-volt auxiliary power outlet	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
12-volt auxiliary power outlet (instrument panel)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
12-volt auxiliary power outlet (floor console bin)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
12-volt cargo power outlet	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Audio jack input for mobile devices	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
USB port – full-function (floor console bin) — replaces charging only USB port with optional Uconnect 8.4A radio on Latitude	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	✓
USB port — full-function (instrument panel media center)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
USB port — charging only (floor console bin)	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—
Full-length center floor console with illuminated front cup holders, two-tier storage bin, and rear A/C vents	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Overhead console with sunglass holder	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
CD/MP3/WMA Player – remote (mounted in floor console bin)
Daylight opening moldingBlack	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	✓
Bright	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Defroster — rear window, electric	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Door locks — speed-sensitive, power	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Door Trim Panel BolstersCloth with map pocket	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—
Vinyl	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	✓
Floor matsAll-season	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	—	—	Pkg
Carpeted, front and rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Glove box, locking with damped door and lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Head restraints, rear seat, three	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Instrument cluster3.5-in. thin-film transistor (TFT) display	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—
7-in. color multiview TFT display	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	✓
Tachometer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Temperature, compass	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Interior ColorsLight Frost – Black and Light Frost							—
Vesuvio — Jeep Brown/Indigo Blue	—	—	—	—			—
Grand Canyon — Jeep Brown	—	—	—	—	—	—
Morocco — Black
Interior LightingAmbient LED	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Illuminated entry	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Reading lamps, rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cargo compartment	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Courtesy lamps	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Jeep Cargo Management System — includes four utility hooks and reusable grocery bag with Jeep logo	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Trailhawk Off-road Accessory Kit	—	—	—	—	—	—	Pkg
Media center electronics storage — 12-volt auxiliary power outlet in instrument panel, audio jack input for mobile devices, remote SD card slot and USB port	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Mirror — rearviewMicrophone	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	✓
Auto-dimming with microphone	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
ParkView rear backup camera			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
SeatsCloth bucket seats	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—
Leather-trimmed bucket seats	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	Pkg
Cloth/leather-trimmed bucket seats	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Seats — frontHeated	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Ventilated	—	—	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Front-passenger, forward fold-flat	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front passenger, under cushion storage (not available with optional ventilated seats on Limited)	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Seats — rear, 60/40 split-folding rear recline bench with fore/aft adjustment, armrest with cup holders	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Seats — powerEight-way driver	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Four-way driver lumbar adjust	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Seats — manual six-way driver seat	✓	✓	—	✓	✓	—	✓
Seats — manual four-way front passenger seat	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Shift KnobLeather wrapped	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Urethane wrapped	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
SiriusXM Radio with one-year subscription			Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	✓
Six speakers	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Nine premium Alpine amplified speakers plus subwoofer (10 speakers total) and 506-watt amplifier	—	—
Speed control	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Speed sensitive power locks	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Steering column — tilt and telescope	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Steering WheelHeated	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Leather wrapped with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Sun visors – sliding, with illuminated vanity mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Universal garage door opener	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Uconnect 5.0 AM/FM radio with 5-in. touchscreen display, integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—
Uconnect 8.4A AM/FM radio with 8.4-in. touchscreen display Bluetooth, Voice Command and Access Advantage	—	—			✓	✓	✓
Uconnect 8.4AN AM/FM radio with 8.4-in. touchscreen display, Bluetooth, Navigation, HD Radio, SiriusXM Travel Link and Traffic, and Access Advantage	—	—	—	—
Windows – PowerDriver one-touch down	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Front driver and passenger one-touch up and down	—	—	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wireless charging pad for mobile devices — mounted in upper tier of floor console storage bin, utilizing Qi technology (customer-purchased Qi-enabled sleeve may be required)	—	—	—	—			—
Powertrain and Chassis
2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir engine	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir engine PZEV (CARB states only)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
3.2-liter V-6 24-valve variable-valve timing (VVT) engine with stop/start system
Nine-speed automatic	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Range Select	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
160-amp alternator	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Alternator180-amp alternator (with HD cooling and V-6 engine)	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Power transfer unitSingle speed	—	✓	—	✓	—	✓	—
Two speed with low range, drivetrain neutral switch (for flat towing) and Hill-descent Control	—	—	—		—		—
Two-speed with low range, drivetrain neutral switch (for flat towing), Hill-descent Control and locking rear differential	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
AxlesConventional differential rear	—	✓	—	✓	—	✓	—
Rear Locker Axle	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
730-amp maintenance-free battery	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Battery700-amp AGM (3.2-liter engine stop/start only)	—	—
Battery run-down protection	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic park brake	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic stability control with Hill-start Assist, all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation and trailer sway damping	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Engine block heater
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Engine oil cooler	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Four-wheel drive systems (4WD models only)	—	✓	—	✓	—	✓	✓
Fuel tank — 15.8 gal.	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Hill-descent control	—	—	—	Pkg	—	Pkg	✓
Selec-Speed Control (Hill-ascent / -descent control)	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Selec-Terrain	—	✓	—	✓	—	✓	✓
Skid plates (front suspension, transmission, underbody, fuel tank)	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Steering — power, electric	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
SuspensionNormal duty	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Off-road, lifted (included with two-speed PTU on Latitude and Limited 4x4)	—	—	—	Pkg	—	Pkg	✓
Tip Start	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tire-pressure monitoring display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tires225/60R17 BSW, All-season	✓	—	✓	—	—	—	—
225/65R17 BSW, All-season	—	✓	—	✓	—	—	—
225/55R18 BSW, All-season	—	—	—	—	✓	—	—
225/60R18 BSW, All season	—	—	—	—	—	✓	—
245/65R17 OWL All-terrain	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
Tires — spareCompact		✓		✓		✓	—
Tire Inflator Kit	✓	—	✓	—	✓	—	—
Full-size	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	✓
Traction control — all-speed	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Trailer-sway damping	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wheels17 X 7-in. full-face steel wheels	✓	✓	—	—	—	—	—
17 X 7-in. painted aluminum wheels			✓	✓	—	—	—
17 X 7.5-in. polished painted aluminum wheels	—	—	—	—	—	—	✓
18 X 7-in. polished aluminum wheels	—	—	—	—	✓	✓	—
Safety and Security
Child seat anchor system (LATCH)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Enter ‘n Go	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Remote keyless entry with panic alarm	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Advanced multistage front air bags	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Knee bolster air bag, inflatable, driver and passenger	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Supplemental side curtain front and rear air bags	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Supplemental rear seat side air bag	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front: Three-point, height-adjustable with traveling In-board buckles, constant-force retractors (CFR) and driver’s pretensioner	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear: Three-point belts with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
BeltAlert	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Security alarm	—	—	Pkg	Pkg	✓	✓	Pkg
Tire-pressure sensor, Lock on sync	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Packages / Equipment Groups
Cold Weather Groupair conditioning with integrated center stack controls, all-season floor mats, exterior mirrors with heating element, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, Jeep Cargo Management Off-road Accessory Kit (Trailhawk only), leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, remote start system, and windshield wiper deicer					—	—
Comfort/Convenience Groupcargo net, dual zone automatic temperature control with air filtration and humidity sensor, power eight-way driver seat with power four-way lumbar adjustment, power liftgate, Keyless Enter ‘n Go, remote start system, auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone, security alarm, SiriusXM Radio with one-year activation and universal garage door opener	—	—			—	—
Leather Interior GroupNappa leather- trimmed bucket seats, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, power eight-way driver seat with driver four-way power lumbar adjust	—	—	—	—	—	—
Luxury GroupNappa leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, power liftgate, HID headlamps, memory features – mirrors, driver seat and radio	—	—	—	—			—
Technology Groupadvanced Brake Assist, auto high beam headlamp control, LaneSense Departure Warning Plus with Lane Keep Assist, Forward Collision Warning-Plus with crash mitigation, — — ParkSense Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, ParkSense front and rear park assist with rear stop, and rain sensitive windshield wipers	—	—	—	—
Safety Tec GroupBlind-spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Path detection, power multifunction — — foldaway mirrors (heated, with supplemental signals), ParkSense with rear park assist	—	—
Trailer-tow Group (Class III)Class III receiver hitch, trailer-tow wiring harness with seven- and four-pin connectors, full-size spare tire, auxiliary transmission oil cooler. For vehicles equipped with V- 6 engine, also includes heavy-duty engine cooling, O O 180-amp alternator, and 3.517 final drive ratio. Trailhawk models only also includes off-road accessory kit for the Jeep Cargo Management system.
Uconnect Access 8.4A Radioone-year SiriusXM Radio, AM/FM, 8.4-in. touchscreen display, GPS antenna input, navigation ready (dealer- activated), integrated voice command with Bluetooth, voice command for climate temperature (when — — equipped with dual zone ATC), text message reader with 18 pre-programmed text message replies, and Uconnect Access Advantage (six-month trial), with apps for Pandora, iHeartRadio, Slacker Radio, and Aha	—	—			—	—	—
Uconnect Access 8.4AN Radioall features listed above for Uconnect Access 8.4A radio, plus the following: GPS navigation with one-step voice destination entry, 3-D city models and landmarks, — — 3-D terrain modeling, HD Radio, SiriusXM Traffic, SiriusXM Travel Link, and Uconnect Access Advantage (one-year trial), with apps for Pandora, iHeartRadio, Slacker Radio, and Aha	—	—	—	—
Ventilated/Memory Seat Grouppremium leather-trimmed bucket seats with perforated inserts, — — ventilated front seats, and memory features – driver seat, radio and exterior mirrors	—	—	—	—	—	—

Dashes in the guide are shown as NA.
The guide leaves the Trailhawk cell blank for the Light Frost interior color; it is shown as NA.
Package contents are listed in each package row as printed in the guide.

What each trim adds

Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.

Latitude (FWD) over Sport (FWD)+18 standard +

✓Badges: Latitude
✓Door handles: Body color
✓Fog Lamps
✓Glass: Sunscreen, deep-tinted
✓Headlamps: Automatic
✓Mirrors: Body color
✓Molding: Bright, daylight opening
✓Side roof rails, bright
✓Connectivity: 115-volt auxiliary power outlet
✓Daylight opening molding: Bright
✓Interior Lighting: Ambient LED
✓ParkView rear backup camera
✓Seats — front: Front-passenger, forward fold-flat
✓Front passenger, under cushion storage (not available with optional ventilated seats on Limited)
✓Shift Knob: Leather wrapped
✓Leather wrapped with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
✓Steering Wheel: Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
✓Front driver and passenger one-touch up and down

Limited (FWD) over Latitude (FWD)+24 standard +

✓Badges: Limited
✓Fascias — front and rear: Body color with bright lower accents
✓Mirrors: Supplemental signals
✓Mirrors: Heated
✓Power multifunction with manual foldaway
✓Windshield with wiper deicer
✓Accents: Premium
✓Climate control: Dual zone, automatic
✓Cargo net
✓USB port – full-function (floor console bin) — replaces charging only USB port with optional Uconnect 8.4A radio on Latitude
✓Door Trim Panel Bolsters: Vinyl
✓Instrument cluster: 7-in. color multiview TFT display
✓Mirror — rearview: Auto-dimming with microphone
✓Leather-trimmed bucket seats
✓Seats — front: Heated
✓Seats — power: Eight-way driver
✓Seats — power: Four-way driver lumbar adjust
✓Seats — manual six-way driver seat
✓SiriusXM Radio with one-year subscription
✓Steering Wheel: Heated
✓Universal garage door opener
✓Uconnect 8.4A AM/FM radio with 8.4-in. touchscreen display Bluetooth, Voice Command and Access Advantage
✓Keyless Enter ‘n Go
✓Security alarm

Latitude (4x4) over Sport (4x4)+18 standard +

✓Badges: Latitude
✓Door handles: Body color
✓Fog Lamps
✓Glass: Sunscreen, deep-tinted
✓Headlamps: Automatic
✓Mirrors: Body color
✓Molding: Bright, daylight opening
✓Side roof rails, bright
✓Connectivity: 115-volt auxiliary power outlet
✓Daylight opening molding: Bright
✓Interior Lighting: Ambient LED
✓ParkView rear backup camera
✓Seats — front: Front-passenger, forward fold-flat
✓Front passenger, under cushion storage (not available with optional ventilated seats on Limited)
✓Shift Knob: Leather wrapped
✓Leather wrapped with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
✓Steering Wheel: Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
✓Front driver and passenger one-touch up and down

Limited (4x4) over Latitude (4x4)+23 standard +

✓Badges: Limited
✓Fascias — front and rear: Body color with bright lower accents
✓Mirrors: Supplemental signals
✓Mirrors: Heated
✓Power multifunction with manual foldaway
✓Windshield with wiper deicer
✓Accents: Premium
✓Climate control: Dual zone, automatic
✓Cargo net
✓USB port – full-function (floor console bin) — replaces charging only USB port with optional Uconnect 8.4A radio on Latitude
✓Door Trim Panel Bolsters: Vinyl
✓Instrument cluster: 7-in. color multiview TFT display
✓Mirror — rearview: Auto-dimming with microphone
✓Leather-trimmed bucket seats
✓Seats — front: Heated
✓Seats — power: Eight-way driver
✓Seats — power: Four-way driver lumbar adjust
✓SiriusXM Radio with one-year subscription
✓Steering Wheel: Heated
✓Universal garage door opener
✓Uconnect 8.4A AM/FM radio with 8.4-in. touchscreen display Bluetooth, Voice Command and Access Advantage
✓Keyless Enter ‘n Go
✓Security alarm

Trailhawk (4x4) over Limited (4x4)+17 standard +

✓Badges: Trailhawk
✓Trail Rated (4WD only – 2 badges)
✓Fascias — front and rear: Body color
✓Grille: Accent color surrounds
✓Hood decal, matte black
✓Mirrors: Accent color
✓Mirrors: Power with manual foldaway
✓Molding: Black, daylight opening
✓Side roof rails, accent color
✓Wheel flares, off-road
✓Accents: Base
✓Accents: Red stitching
✓Climate control: Air conditioning — manual
✓Daylight opening molding: Black
✓Mirror — rearview: Microphone
✓Cloth/leather-trimmed bucket seats
✓Seats — manual six-way driver seat

Standard on every trim (72)

Badges: Jeep
Exhaust tip: Bright
Headlamps: Bi-function halogen projector
Headlamps: Off time delay
Headlamp Bezels: Black bezels
License Plate Brow: Body color
Tail lamps, LED
Window wipers/washer — rear
Windshield wipers — variable intermittent
Active headrests — front
Air filtration
Assist handles, three, passenger
Bluetooth (Uconnect Voice Command / handsfree phone)
Bluetooth streaming audio
Cargo Area — eight tie-down loops
12-volt auxiliary power outlet (instrument panel)
12-volt auxiliary power outlet (floor console bin)
Connectivity: 12-volt cargo power outlet
Connectivity: Audio jack input for mobile devices
USB port — full-function (instrument panel media center)
Full-length center floor console with illuminated front cup holders, two-tier storage bin, and rear A/C vents
Consoles: Overhead console with sunglass holder
Defroster — rear window, electric
Door locks — speed-sensitive, power
Floor mats: Carpeted, front and rear
Glove box, locking with damped door and lamp
Head restraints, rear seat, three
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): Tachometer
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): Temperature, compass
Interior Lighting: Illuminated entry
Interior Lighting: Reading lamps, rear
Interior Lighting: Cargo compartment
Interior Lighting: Courtesy lamps
Jeep Cargo Management System — includes four utility hooks and reusable grocery bag with Jeep logo
Media center electronics storage — 12-volt auxiliary power outlet in instrument panel, audio jack input for mobile devices, remote SD card slot and USB port
Seats — rear, 60/40 split-folding rear recline bench with fore/aft adjustment, armrest with cup holders
Seats — manual four-way front passenger seat
Six speakers
Speed control
Speed sensitive power locks
Steering column — tilt and telescope
Sun visors – sliding, with illuminated vanity mirrors
Engines: 2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir engine
2.4-liter I-4 MultiAir engine PZEV (CARB states only)
Transmission: Nine-speed automatic
Transmission: Electronic Range Select
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
160-amp alternator
730-amp maintenance-free battery
Battery run-down protection
Brakes: Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Brakes: Electronic park brake
Electronic stability control with Hill-start Assist, all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation and trailer sway damping
Engine Immobilizer
Engine oil cooler
Fuel tank — 15.8 gal.
Steering — power, electric
Tip Start
Tire-pressure monitoring display
Traction control — all-speed
Trailer-sway damping
Child seat anchor system (LATCH)
Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)
Remote keyless entry with panic alarm
Advanced multistage front air bags
Knee bolster air bag, inflatable, driver and passenger
Supplemental side curtain front and rear air bags
Air bags: Supplemental rear seat side air bag
Front: Three-point, height-adjustable with traveling In-board buckles, constant-force retractors (CFR) and driver’s pretensioner
Rear: Three-point belts with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Seat belts: BeltAlert
Tire-pressure sensor, Lock on sync

Source: 2016 Jeep Cherokee Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.

2016 Jeep Cherokee maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: see schedule title.

Your odometer

Service	20k2 yr	30k3 yr	40k4 yr	50k5 yr	60k6 yr	70k7 yr	80k8 yr	90k9 yr	100k10 yr	110k11 yr	120k12 yr	130k13 yr	140k14 yr	150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints.
Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs **
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

Once a month or before a long trip

Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

At every oil change interval as indicated by oil change indicator system

Change oil and filter
Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
Inspect exhaust system
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions

Severe duty, all models

Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if operated in a dusty and off-road environment or predominately at idle or very low engine RPM.

Notes

** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
Oil change indicator can illuminate as early as 3,500 miles under severe operating conditions.

Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.

2016 Jeep Cherokee fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

System	Applies to	US	Metric
Fuel tank (approximate)	2.4L and 3.2L engines	15.8 gal	60 L
Engine oil with filter	2.4L engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified)	5.5 qt	5.2 L
	3.2L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified)	6 qt	5.6 L
Cooling system	2.4L engine (Mopar 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula antifreeze/coolant)	7.2 qt	6.8 L
	3.2L engine (Mopar 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula antifreeze/coolant)	10 qt	9.5 L

Engine fluids

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Engine coolant	Organic Additive Technology (OAT) antifreeze/coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formula	MS.90032	Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil (2.4L engine)	SAE 0W-20, API certified	MS-6395	Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also named)
Engine oil (3.2L engine)	SAE 5W-20, API certified	MS-6395	Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also named)
Engine oil filter	Mopar engine oil filter	—	Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs	Mopar spark plugs	—	Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel (2.4L flex fuel (E-85) engine)	87 octane, up to 85% ethanol	—	—
Fuel (2.4L and 3.2L engines)	87 octane, 0-15% ethanol	—	—

Chassis fluids & lubricants

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Automatic transmission	ZF 8 and 9 speed ATF or equivalent	—	Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinder	DOT 3 brake fluid, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if unavailable)	SAE J1703	Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid

Fuel

Engine	Minimum	Ethanol / biodiesel
2.4L and 3.2L engines	87 octane Regular unleaded	Up to 15% (E15)
2.4L flex fuel engine (E-85 filler label or yellow gas cap)	87 octane Regular unleaded	Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable

Wheel lug nut torque

Wheels	Torque	Thread	Socket
Lug nuts/bolts	100 ft-lb (135 N·m)	M12 x 1.25	19 mm

Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
Oil change intervals must not exceed 10,000 miles, 12 months or 350 engine hours, whichever comes first.
Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts; clean or remove dirt or oil before tightening.
Retorque check after 25 miles (40 km); tighten in a star pattern twice.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2016 Jeep Cherokee owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.

Owner's manuals

Uconnect & radio

Warranty

On Mopar.com

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

2016 Jeep Cherokee questions

How much oil does the 2016 Jeep Cherokee take?

With a filter change: 2.4L engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified), 5.5 qt / 5.2 L and 3.2L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2016 Jeep Cherokee use?

2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 3.2L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter.

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv joints; inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2016 Jeep Cherokee owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

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