Jeep Cherokee MPG & Fuel Economy Summary

Powertrain Options for Your 2023 Jeep Cherokee

The entry-level Altitude Lux comes with a 180-horsepower 2.4-liter inline-four engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain allows you to tow up to 2,000 pounds when your vehicle is properly equipped and achieves up to an EPA-estimated 21/29/24 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).¹ While some powerful vehicles rely on premium fuel to achieve their full horsepower, you can top up this vehicle with regular gas for even more fuel savings.

Your other option for the 2023 Jeep Cherokee is the Trailhawk trim, which is the one best suited for going off the beaten path. It is Trail Rated, meaning it has impressed certifiers in several key areas, including water fording, traction, maneuverability, articulation, and ground clearance. Instead of just having the standard 4x4 system found on the Altitude Lux, the Trailhawk comes with the Jeep Active Drive Lock 4x4 system to give you extra power and traction when traveling at low speeds, among other benefits.

Its engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four setup that produces 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. This more muscular option has a Best-in-Class towing capacity of 4,000 pounds.² It is also fairly fuel-efficient, getting up to an EPA-estimated 20/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),³ although it doesn't have the same Jeep Cherokee fuel economy as the Altitude Lux. It, too, has a nine-speed automatic transmission.

If the information above is enough to help you make your decision, stop by our dealership to see our Jeep Cherokee inventory in person. Our team will take you on a test drive of your preferred model.

Jeep Cherokee MPG and Range

Now that we've discussed Jeep Cherokee fuel efficiency, you might wonder how far you can go on a full gas tank. Both models have a 15.8-gallon Jeep Cherokee fuel capacity, meaning the Altitude Lux version can go further. It can travel 379 miles when its tank is topped up,⁴ as opposed to the Trailhawk edition, which can go a still-impressive 348 miles, according to the EPA.⁵

For those in the Washington, D.C. area, that means you could reach Columbus, OH, or Hartford, CT, without stopping – although we do recommend topping up around the time your gas meter hits the quarter tank mark.

How to Make the Most of Your Jeep Cherokee Gas Mileage

While these EPA estimates are meant to give you a real sense of what this vehicle can do, your fuel efficiency will be affected by a range of factors. Here are some tips for getting the most you possibly can out of your vehicle:

• Stay out of the heat: When it's too hot, the fluids in your vehicle can evaporate – including those in your fuel tank. In addition, heat thins engine oil, which can cause it to become less effective more quickly. Inefficient engine performance leads to worse MPGs. Therefore, park in a garage when possible and use thicker engine oil in the summer.
• Stay out of the cold: When your vehicle gets too cold, it takes more time and energy to get up to its most fuel-efficient temperature. Parking a vehicle in a garage can make the process of warming it up easier. That being said, don't let it warm up or idle for too long – that will also waste gas. If you can, combine several chores into one trip so that you don't have to warm up your car multiple times.
• Get regular oil changes: Oil changes are necessary to smooth the operation of the moving parts within your powertrain. This maintenance also reduces overheating, which can cause your engine to expire prematurely. One of the earliest signs you need an oil change is unexpectedly worse fuel economy.
• Pay attention to your tires: Underinflated tires are flatter on the road, causing drag that can slow you down and upset your fuel economy. Making sure they are pumped up to the correct levels will not only save you gas but can also extend the life of those tires. Similarly, tire rotations help with fuel economy and tire longevity.
• Don't get weighed down: While the Jeep Cherokee can be used for towing, try not to load your vehicle down with unnecessary weight too often. Doing so gives your engine more to pull, which reduces its efficiency.
• Accelerate and decelerate gently: Harsh starting and stopping can waste gas. However, by giving the cars in front of you some distance, you can come to more graceful stops that won't use as much energy.
• Plan trips to the gas station in advance: This tip isn't so much about saving gas as saving gas money. If you wait until the last minute to top up your gas tank, you are more likely to pay for whatever gas is available, which can be quite expensive. If you're more proactive about filling up, you may be able to take advantage of lower prices.

Jeep Cherokee vs. the Competition

The Jeep Cherokee is a well-known name for a reason. This SUV blends rugged power and focus with features that one can only describe as luxurious. For example, the Altitude Lux comes with heated front seats, premium Nappa leather seating, an 8.4-inch touch screen with a pinch-to-zoom display, and a wide variety of driver assistance features.

If it's just fuel efficiency you're after, you could check out our Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Compass review. This vehicle has the same towing capacity as the Altitude Lux and even better fuel economy. However, it's a smaller vehicle without some of the brighter features of the Jeep Cherokee Altitude Lux.

If your top priority is capability, you can go the other way and explore our Jeep Grand Cherokee inventory. A sibling of the Jeep Cherokee, this larger SUV offers more room for your family and has more powerful engines while still offering competitive MPGs. For example, the 3.6-liter V-6 engine can manage an EPA-estimated 19/26 MPG (City/Highway).⁶

With so many outstanding vehicles on our lot, we know that we've given you a lot to think about. Please remember that we are always here to answer any questions you have about specs or features.