Jeep Cherokee Takes Best 4x4 Title
Published: 5th September 2004
Jeep Cherokee
The Cherokee underwent a week of trials by 4x4 experts, notching up high marks for performance, off- and on-road ride quality, and interior and exterior appearance.
Hot on the heels of the Grand Cherokee’s success of being named "World’s Best Off-roader" 2005 by 4x4 magazine, the 3.7-litre V6 Cherokee automatic outshone its competitors in the mid-size category, scoring 39 points out of a possible 50 and outstripped all 45 other vehicles tested to become overall winner.
Describing the victor, 4x4 magazine said: "To beat the 45 other cars and win, one car had to combine mainstream appeal, city style, off-road capability, lively performance and family practicality, as well as good dealer and parts support and be a sound long-term investment.
"The Cherokee is a 4x4 panacea, satisfying the hardcore off-roader with its all-terrain confidence, but with looks to please the most discerning high street poseur, which means it looks good in the mud or the ‘hood.
"Overall, it best reconciles the composites that make up the 4x4 remit and therefore, this year, is an unequalled 4x4."
Vehicle |
Points |
|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee |
39 |
| 2 | Land Rover Range Rover |
38 |
| 3 | Toyota Land Cruiser |
37 |
Simon Elliott, Managing Director of the Chrysler Group in the UK,
said: "I am delighted that both the Jeep Cherokee and Grand
Cherokee have received the recognition they both deserve. Their
unrivalled quality and performance are there for all to see, but
it is a real honour for Jeep - which is probably the most recognised
4x4 brand in the world - to receive such accolades from the experts."
Jeep Cherokee
Our Jeep Cherokee Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Cherokee range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price : £24,300
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Model in the range: 1
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