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Jeep Cherokee · Model year 2022

2022 Jeep Cherokee specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2022 Jeep Cherokee or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 9 manufacturer publications and its towing capacity (up to 4,500 lb), straight from the factory sources.

Max towing
4,500 lb
Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
9

2022 Jeep Cherokee specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2022 specification sheet.

General information+
Body styleSport-utility vehicle (SUV)
Assembly plantBelvidere Assembly Plant, Belvidere, Illinois
EPA vehicle classMultipurpose vehicle
Introduction dateFirst quarter of 2018 as a 2019 model
Body and chassis+
LayoutTransverse front engine, 4x2 and 4x4
ConstructionSteel uniframe
Engine: 2.0-liter turbo I-4 engine with engine stop-start (ESS)+
AvailabilityOptional — Latitude LUX (4x2/4x4) and Limited
Type and descriptionInline Turbo DOHC
Displacement121.7 cu. in. (1995 cc)
Bore x stroke3.31 x 3.54 (84.0 x 90)
Valve systemChain-driven, DOHC, variable-valve timing for intake and exhaust
Fuel injectionDirect injection
ConstructionAluminum block and aluminum heads
Compression ratio10.0:1
Power (SAE net)270 hp (200 kW) @ 5,250 rpm (134 hp/liter)
Torque (SAE net)295 lb.-ft. (400 N•m) @ 3,000-4,500 rpm
Max. engine speed5,800 rpm, electronically limited
Fuel requirementRegular unleaded, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil capacity5.0 quarts (4.7 liters)
Coolant capacity3.4 quarts (3.25 liters)
Emission controlsCooled, high-pressure EGR. Close coupled three-way catalytic converters. Engine stop-start (ESS) technology(a)
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy/combined)23/31/26 — 4x2; 21/29/24 — Jeep Active Drive I; 20/27/23 — Jeep Active Drive II
Engine assembly plantTrenton Engine Plant, Trenton, Michigan

(a) Meets the Bin70 / SULEV 70 emission standard in all 50 states.

Engine: 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 with engine stop-start (ESS)+
AvailabilityStandard — Cherokee X, Latitude LUX (4x2/4x4), Limited and Trailhawk
Type and description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement197.7 cu. in. (3,239 cc)
Bore x stroke3.58 x 3.27 (91.0 x 83.0)
Valve systemChain-driven, DOHC, 24 valves, with hydraulic roller finger followers
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDie-cast aluminum block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression ratio10.7:1
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 speed6,500 rpm, electronically limited
Fuel requirementRegular unleaded, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil capacity6.0 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant capacity9.7 quarts (9.2 liters)
Emission controlsTwo mini-oxidation three-way catalytic converters; four heated oxygen sensors; and internal engine features(b); ESS technology
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy/combined)20/29/23 — 4x2; 19/27/22 — Jeep Active Drive I; 18/26/21 — Jeep Active Drive II; 18/24/21 — Jeep Active Drive Lock
Engine assembly plantTrenton Engine, Trenton, Michigan

(b) Meets the Bin70 / SULEV 70 emission standard in all 50 states.

Transmission: 948TE nine-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard — all models
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Ratio spread9.81
1st4.71
2nd2.84
3rd1.91
4th1.38
5th1.00
6th0.81
7th0.70
8th0.58
9th0.48
Reverse3.83
Axle ratios3.2-liter 4x2 — 3.251; 3.2-liter 4x4 (non-trailer tow) — 3.251; 3.2-liter 4x4 (trailer tow) — 3.517; 3.2-liter 4x4 Active Drive II and Trailhawk — 3.517; 2.0-liter Turbo — 3.734
4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive I, Jeep Active Drive II, Jeep Active Drive Lock+
AvailabilityJeep Active Drive I standard on Cherokee X, Latitude LUX and Limited models; Jeep Active Drive II standard on Trailhawk; Jeep Active Drive Lock standard on Trailhawk
TypeFully 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 modesAuto 4x2/4x4; 4x4 Low, Neutral for Active Drive II and Lock
Center differential typeNone
Terrain responseUnique tuning in all terrain modes
Low-range ratio2.92:1
Locking rear differentialMechanical locking differential on Active Drive Lock: Standard on Trailhawk
Hill-descent control (HDC)Electronic Hill-descent Control on Active Drive II and Lock
Selec-Speed ControlSelec-Speed Control on Active Drive Lock
Electrical system+
Alternator160-amp, 180-amp optional
Battery700-amp AGM: H7
Suspension+
FrontMcPherson strut, long travel coil springs, one-piece steel sub-frame, aluminum lower control arms, stabilizer bar
RearFour link rear suspension with trailing arm, aluminum lateral links, isolated high-strength steel rear cradle, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Steering+
TypeElectric power rack and pinion
Overall ratio15.15 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 type13 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 type10.95 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 type9 + 9 (230 + 230) tandem diaphragm, vacuum assist
Four-wheel antilock brake system (ABS)Standard
Electronic stability control (ESC)Standard
Parking brake typeElectric motor on caliper
All-speed traction controlStandard
Dimensions and capacities(a)+
Wheelbase106.48 (2,705) 4x2, 106.6 (2,707) 4x4 I, 107.1 (2,719.8) 4x4 Lock
Track, front62.7 (1,594) 4x4, 4x2, 4x4 II, and 63.6 (1,614.4) 4x4 Lock
Track, rear63.1 (1,601.2) 4x4 and 4x2, 62.7 (1,594.1) 4x4 II, and 63.5 (1614.1) 4x4 Lock
Overall length (NAFTA vehicles)183.1 (4,650) on-road; 182.9 (4,645) Trailhawk
Overall width73.2 (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 height30.9 (785.6) 4x4
Sill-step height17.9 (453.8) front step height, 18.1 (460.8) rear step height, 4x4
Ground clearances Trailhawk (4x4 with P245/65R17 tires)8.7 (221.6) minimum running ground clearance (4x4 Lock)
Chassis9.7 (247.8) cradle bolt head / 8.8 (222.9) front underbody skid plate
Fuel tank10.5 (266.2) (bolt under fuel tank) / 10 (255.3) brush guard
Front axle10.4 (265.4) two-speed PTU heat shield
Rear axle9.7 (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 Cd0.339 (2.4-liter FWD with grille shutters)
Fuel tank capacity15.9 gallons (60.0 liters)
Maximum occupants and cargo weight, lbs. (kg)1,000 (454)
Tow capacity, lbs. (kg): All models without Trailer Tow Group and equipped with aftermarket Class II type hitch2,000 (907)
Tow capacity, lbs. (kg): 2.0-liter engine automatic transmission with Trailer Tow Package (Class III)4,000 (1,800)
Tow capacity, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter engine automatic transmission with Trailer Tow Package (Class III)4,500 (2,041)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x23,710 (1,683)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 2.0-liter 4x23,730 (1,692)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x43,960 (1,798)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 2.0-liter 4x44,000 (1,815)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 3.2-liter 4x4 Lock4,250 (1,928)
Curb weight, lbs. (kg): 2.0-liter 4x4 Lock4,260 (1,933)
Weight distribution, 4x4, percent F/R58/42
Weight distribution, 4x2, percent F/R58/42
GVWR5,500 lbs. — 3.2-liter FWD, 3.2-liter 4x4

(a) All dimensions are measured with two passengers.

Accommodations+
Seating capacity — Front/Rear2/3
Front row: Headroom without sunroof39.4 (999.9)
Front row: Headroom with sunroof37.9 (964.5)
Front row: Legroom41.1 (1,045)
Front row: Shoulder room57.6 (1,462.3)
Front row: Hip room53.8 (1,366.6)
Front row: Seat travel8.3 (210) driver / 7.5 (190) front passenger
Front row: Recliner range (degrees)8 to 76 (manual) / 8 to 55.25 (power)
Front row: SAE volume (standard roof)53.98 cu. ft.
Second row: Headroom38.5 (978.2)
Second row: Legroom40.3 (1,023.2)
Second row: Knee clearance3.5 (90.1)
Second row: Shoulder room55.1 (1,399.8)
Second row: Hip room49.9 (1,268.1)
Second row: Recliner range (degrees)19.25 to 25.25
Second row: SAE cargo volume (cu. ft.)49.47
Cargo access: Liftover height30.9 (785.6) 4x4
Cargo access: Maximum cargo width at liftgate opening41.4 (1,051) without subwoofer
Cargo access: Minimum cargo width at liftgate opening36.1 (917.2) at top of opening
Cargo access: Maximum cargo height at liftgate opening32.5 (825.0) 4x4 Lock
Cargo access: Minimum cargo height at liftgate opening30.7 (780.0) 4x2
Cargo access: Distance between wheelhouse interior trim39.4 (1,000.5)
SAE cargo volume: Rear seats up, cu. ft. (cu. m)25.8 (0.7); 27.6 (0.8) with cargo floor in lower position
SAE cargo volume: Rear seats folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)54.7 (1.5)
SAE cargo volume: EPA interior volume index, cu. ft. (cu. m)128 (3.625)
SAE cargo volume: Behind rear seat — sliding24.6 cu. ft. (0.7 cu. m) rear seat at design position; 26.9 cu. ft. (0.76 cu. m) rear seat at mid travel; 24.6 cu. ft. (0.7 cu. m) rear seat at full forward
SAE cargo volume: Behind front-row seats with rear seats folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)54.7 (1.5)
Wheels+
Standard — Latitude LUX (4x2/4x4)Standard — LimitedStandard — TrailhawkStandard — Cherokee X; Optional — TrailhawkOptional — Limited (packaged with Limited Elite Group)
Type and materialSatin Carbon cast aluminumPainted diamond-cut aluminumPainted diamond-cut aluminumBlack painted aluminumAluminum
Size17 x 718 x 717 x 7.517 x 7.519 x 7
Tires+
Standard — Latitude LUX 4x2Standard — Latitude LUX 4x4Standard — LimitedOptional — Limited (packaged with Limited Elite Group)Standard — Cherokee X and Trailhawk
Size and type225/60R17 BSW, All-season225/65R17 BSW, All-season225/60R18 BSW, All-seasonP235/50R19 BSW All-seasonP245/65R17 OWL All-terrain
Mfr. and modelFirestone Destination LE2Firestone Destination LE2Continental ProContact TXBridgestone Dueler H/LFirestone Destination A/T
Revs per mile (km)757 (470)734 (456)724 (449)752 (467)713 (443)

Source: 2022 Jeep Cherokee Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2022 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.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal 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.
Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
Replace the cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs — 2.0L Engine.The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Replace spark plugs — 2.4L & 3.2L Engine.The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
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.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

  • Change oil and filter.
  • Rotate the tires 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 the CV/Universal joints.
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.
  • Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions.

2022 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

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)All engines15.8 gal60 L
Engine oil with filter2.0L engine5 qt4.7 L
2.4L engine5.5 qt5.2 L
3.2L engine6 qt5.6 L
Cooling system2.0L engine9 qt8.6 L
2.4L engine7.2 qt6.8 L
3.2L engine10 qt9.5 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantMopar 10 Year/150,000 Mile OAT antifreeze/coolant or equivalentMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil (2.0L engine)SAE 5W-30 full synthetic, API SP/GF-6A certifiedMS-13340Mopar API SP/GF-6A SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil
Engine oil (2.4L engine)SAE 0W-20 full synthetic, API StarburstMS-6395Mopar SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil
Engine oil (3.2L engine)SAE 5W-20 full synthetic, API StarburstMS-6395Mopar SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil
Engine oil filterMeets or exceeds SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirementsSAE/USCAR-36Mopar Engine Oil Filter

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmissionZF 8 & 9 speed ATF or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinderDOT 3 brake fluid, SAE J1703SAE J1703Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
2.0L, 2.4L and 3.2L engines87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts100 ft-lb (135 N·m)M12 x 1.2519 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Lug nut torque should be rechecked after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Methanol-containing gasoline and more than 15% ethanol should not be used.

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2022 Jeep Cherokee towing capacity: up to 4,500 lbEvery 2022 tow rating by engine and drive.Open the towing chart →

2022 Jeep Cherokee owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2022 model year.

2022 Jeep Cherokee questions

How much oil does the 2022 Jeep Cherokee take?

With a filter change: 2.0L engine, 5 qt / 4.7 L; 2.4L engine, 5.5 qt / 5.2 L; and 3.2L engine, 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 2022 Jeep Cherokee use?

2.0L engine: SAE 5W-30 full synthetic, API SP/GF-6A certified (MS-13340); 2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20 full synthetic, API Starburst (MS-6395); 3.2L engine: SAE 5W-20 full synthetic, API Starburst (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Meets or exceeds SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?

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

Where can I find the 2022 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.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.