2017 Jeep Cherokee

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2017 Jeep Cherokee is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 3.2L 6-cylinder
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, 4WD, FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 3.2L 6-cylinder
Displacement	2.4 L to 3.2 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	9
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: AWD, 4WD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.

25V011000: POWER TRAIN
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function.
Remedy: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at…
Reported April 29, 2025. View on NHTSA
23V302000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact FCA USA LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this…
Reported April 27, 2023. View on NHTSA
20V343000: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which may eventually cause a loss of engagement between the transmission and the differential…
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update that will maintain vehicle propulsion by engaging rear wheel drive and prevent rolling in Park by activating the electronic parking brake if a failed input spline…
Reported June 11, 2020. View on NHTSA
18V332000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Reported May 17, 2018. View on NHTSA
17V543000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The tire and rim size information required to be on the Certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which may result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T53.
Reported August 31, 2017. View on NHTSA
16V799000: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 13, 2016, to October 17, 2016. Improper welds on the driver's knee air bag inflator may prevent the air bag from properly inflating.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Reported November 2, 2016. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 13, 2026

Data verified: October 13, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2017 Jeep Cherokee have?

Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 3.2L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Jeep Cherokee?

Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2017 Jeep Cherokee front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, 4WD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2017 Jeep Cherokee?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.