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[Rainer271]

No Jeep Cherokee Diesel for US until Sales of Grand Cherokee Diesel Pick Up

While in Europe the Jeep Cherokee is offered withtwo diesel options, it may take a while until the carmaker decides to offer a similar engine in the United States. That’s because the company is waiting to see whether U.S. consumers will warm up to the idea of a diesel powered Jeep.
Jeep already offers a diesel-powered model in the U.S., the Grand Cherokee. It is powered by a 240hp 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel engine built by VM Motori. Jeep brand boss Mike Manley says sales of the diesel-powered Grand Cherokee in the U.S. would have to nearly double before the brand would consider offering a diesel-powered version of the smaller Jeep Cherokee.

Manley said diesel now accounts for about 8 percent of Grand Cherokee sales in the United States. “Cherokee is slightly different because of its weight and size. When I think about bringing Cherokee diesel here, I would like to see Grand Cherokee diesel get much higher than 8 percent. It would have to be in mid-double digits,” Manley was quoted as saying by Automotive News.

However, he didn’t rule out completely the possibility that a diesel-powered Cherokee will arrive in the U.S. at some point in the future. “You never can tell, really. We’ve obviously invested in diesel for Europe. I never rule anything out with diesel for the Jeep brand,” Manley said.

In Europe, the Jeep Cherokee is offered with a 2.0-liter MultiJet four-cylinder turbo dieselavailable in two states of tune: 138hp (140PS) and 168hp (170PS).

 

[Wolfgang]

Crossovers & SUVs overtake sedans in popularity for the first time
Crossovers & SUVs now account for 36.5 percent of the U.S. light-vehicle market

Crossover and SUV sales have finally surpassed sedan sales in the United States.

According to data compiled by IHS Automotive, crossovers and SUVs now account for 36.5 percent of the U.S. light-vehicle market while sedans are close behind at 35.4 percent. The report only factors in retail registrations through May of 2014 but trend has been clear for quite some time.

While a lot of models helped to push the crossover and SUV segment to the top, the report credits newer entries such as the Jeep Cherokee, Nissan Rogue and Chevrolet Tahoe / GMC Yukon for driving sales. The trend will likely continue as a variety of automakers have already announced plans to offer smaller and more affordable crossovers in the future.

Source: Automotive News

Crossovers & SUVs overtake sedans in popularity for the first time

 

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[Gianclaudio]

Well, I spent some time today (not driving nor riding, though) in the new Cherokee... the interior is quite nice, up to par or better than its segment alternatives. Also found it very spacious, for a small footprint. Strangely, the trim level was called "Longitude"
Although I've seen them on traffic before, I never had the time to explore the design as well as today, as the car was on exhibition outside a trendy restaurant. I've to say, not only the car doesn't look bad at all, but I was aghast at how striking and -fundamentally- different, it is. I liked it very, VERY much.
They were booking test drives at that place, but didn't have the time to fill the requirement, however next week I'll visiting the dealer to book a test drive. Will post my impression and some pics.

 

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[Giannis]

They finally (sort of) corrected its looks!

 

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[anti-VAG]

2019 Jeep Cherokee Gets A More Traditional Face, Roomier Interior
Plus a 200-pound diet and a new 2.0-liter turbo engine.

The result is the 2019 Jeep Cherokee you see here, which bears a close resemblance to the Compass and Grand Cherokee. The “less beaky” nose improves aerodynamic performance, with Jeep’s traditional seven-slot grille now a vertical design between two traditionally shaped headlights. LED lighting is standard on all trim levels, avoiding some manufacturing complexity by having just one light unit for all versions.

Cargo space with the seats up has increased from 24.6 to 28.0 cubic feet, which makes the Cherokee far more competitive with rivals. Basically, Jeep removed the quirky (and rarely used by customers) storage bar on the driver’s side of the cargo area, while also pushing trim pieces further out toward the metal bodywork. That gave an extra 85 millimeters (3.3 inches) of width; Cheung says you can now fit two pairs of golf clubs in the trunk, which wasn’t possible before.

There’s more to this update than just new bumpers and interior parts, though. The 2019 Cherokee has lost about 200 pounds altogether. A new engine cradle cut some weight, as did lighter suspension components all round, and that aforementioned composite liftgate. On all-wheel-drive models, too, mass was removed from the rear differential.

All three engines (more on that in a second) add new insulation covers to quell noise, the front suspension has been tweaked for better on-road ride and handling, and revisions to the crash structure mean the Cherokee will now pass the demanding IIHS small-overlap crash test (the outgoing model rates “Marginal”).

Underhood, the new Cherokee retains its 2.4-liter inline-four (180 horsepower/170 pound-feet of torque) and 3.2-liter V6 (271 hp/239 lb-ft) engines, both mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. New this year is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four, good for 270 hp and 295 lb-ft. That’s essentially the same turbo engine as is now offered in the Wrangler, except the Cherokee won’t have the 48-volt mild-hybrid system available in the Wrangler. The turbo engine is to be offered on all but the very base trim level of the Cherokee.

Fuel economy is slated to improve on all powertrains thanks to the weight loss and improved aero, though exact figures won’t be announced for some time.

 

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FCA US Media - 2019 Jeep® Cherokee: Authentic, Premium Jeep Design and New Advanced Global Turbo Engine Enhance Evolution of Renowned Mid-size SUV

New 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with engine stop-start (ESS)
The 2019 Jeep Cherokee offers a practical and dependable choice for everyday adventures with premium on-road manners and impressive fuel efficiency – courtesy of three engine offerings. One of the most technologically advanced engines in the automotive industry, the all-new 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine is rated at 270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque and is mated to a high-efficient nine-speed automatic transmission. Benefits of the new engine include outstanding fuel economy with engine stop-start (ESS) technology, low emissions, quick 0-60 miles per hour (mph) launch performance, and enhanced drivability.

The all-new 2.0-liter I-4 features a twin-scroll, low inertia turbocharger with an electric actuated waste gate for exceptional responsiveness and performance, even while traversing over difficult terrain. The turbo is mounted directly to the cylinder head to reduce emissions and improve durability. A dedicated cooling circuit lowers the temperature of the intake air, throttle body and turbocharger.

The 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine is part of the Global Medium Engine architecture family and features double overhead camshafts (DOHC), dual independent camshaft timing, and a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (C-EGR) system. This is the first time that the combined use of a twin-scroll turbocharger, C-EGR system, central direct injection and the independent liquid cooling intake of air, throttle body and turbo have been employed together. This combination of technologies enables the high levels of performance and reduces fuel consumption.

Direct injection, coupled with turbocharging, enables more efficient combustion, reduced emissions and increased performance. The 2.0-liter I-4 engine’s fuel pump supplies the engine’s 2,900-psi high-pressure common-rail injection system. These high pressures produce better fuel atomization and allow for more precise fuel delivery than port fuel-injected systems, which in turn improves both performance and efficiency.

The cast aluminum alloy cylinder head features a central injector and high tumble intake ports. This combination provides high charge motion and balanced air flow to improve fuel efficiency and performance. Integrated into the cylinder head is a water-cooled exhaust manifold to reduce emissions while providing increased engine reliability.

The 2.0-liter I-4 engine features a low-pressure, sand cast-aluminum block with cast-in iron liner with an 84mm bore and 90mm stroke for a total displacement of 1,995cc. Cast-aluminum pistons, with a 10:1 compression ratio, have four valve pockets to accommodate the dual variable-valve timing [VVT] system. Each cylinder bore is fitted with gallery-mounted piston oil cooling jets to limit piston temperatures, reduce spark knock and increase piston durability. Select-fit main and rod bearings enable reduced clearances to help lower system oil demand and oil pumping effort. In addition, floating piston pins utilize diamond-like coating (DLC) for reduced friction.

The high-energy ignition system includes a high-energy ignition coil for better fuel efficiency. Precious-metal spark plugs with iridium and platinum provide lasting durability. Located in the center of the cam cover, the spark plugs are easily accessible when service is required. Sodium-filled exhaust valves and plasma-coated piston rings also help extend the engine’s life and bolster durability.

A variable displacement two-stage oil pump provides high oil pressure under high speed but switches to a low-pressure mode for improved fuel economy during typical driving conditions. The piston cooling is also managed by the two-stage oil pump to enhance fuel economy under normal driving conditions while improving durability under demanding, high-load engine operation. A large capacity oil cooler extends the oil change interval and ensures engine durability.

An inverted tooth primary chain drives both the intake and exhaust camshafts and minimizes noise. Camshafts are robotically assembled using hollow shafts and have polished cam journals to reduce weight and improve durability for engine stop-start operation. The use of hollow shafts provides a 3.5-lb. weight reduction when compared to an equivalent solid shaft.