- Jeep has introduced the 2027 Cherokee Trailhawk.
- It sports a 1-inch lift, a low-range, and all-terrain tires.
- Model comes well-equipped and starts at $44,625.
The Cherokee is returning to its off-road roots as Jeep has introduced a new Trailhawk variant. It combines unique styling with a lift and a proper four-wheel drive system.
Starting outside, we can see a unique front fascia with gloss black accents. They’re joined by a clearance maximizing bumper and red recovery hooks. The crossover also sports LED lighting units, fog lights, and an anti-glare hood graphic.
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The rear end largely carries over, but there are red tow hooks and Trailhawk badging. The model also comes equipped with a power liftgate featuring black accents.
More notably, the Cherokee Trailhawk rides on an off-road focused suspension that has a 1-inch (25 mm) lift. It features unique springs and dampers as well as 9 inches (229 mm) of ground clearance.
Speaking of off-road capability, the model has skid plates and unique 17-inch wheels wrapped in Nexen Rodian ATX all-terrain tires. Other highlights include a water fording depth of 24 inches (610 mm) as well as approach, departure, and breakover angles of 28.8, 31.8, and 21.9 degrees. To put those numbers into perspective, the standard Cherokee comes in at 19.6, 29.4, and 18.8 degrees.
The special touches continue inside as the Trailhawk has Mantis Green seats with red contrast stitching and embossed backrests. Elsewhere, there are Radical Red bezels and Black Spun Aluminum accents.
Jeep hasn’t released full equipment details, but the crossover comes nicely equipped with a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment system. They’re joined by heated power front seats and a heated steering wheel. Customers will also find an assortment of packages including ones that add ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) towing capacity.
Motivation is provided by a hybrid powertrain that consists of a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, two electric motors, a continuously variable transmission, and a 1.08 kWh battery pack. This gives the model a combined output of 210 hp (157 kW / 213 PS) and 230 lb-ft (312 Nm) of torque.
Unfortunately, the off-road upgrades result in a major hit to fuel efficiency as the Trailhawk is rated at 33 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined. That’s a drop of 6 mpg across the board.
The powertrain is paired to an Active Drive II 4×4 system, which features a two-speed transfer case with a low range and a 37.5:1 crawl ratio. This is notable as the regular Cherokee doesn’t even have a low range. Buyers will also find a Selec-Terrain system with Auto, Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud, and Rock modes.
The Cherokee Trailhawk will go into production later this year and Jeep is currently accepting orders. Pricing starts at $44,625 including a $1,995 destination fee, which means it slots just below the $45,125 Cherokee Overland.
