Why Is The Jeep Cherokee Trail Hawk So Amazing 

Just bought a 2020 TH EXACTLY like yours, 40K MILES, is an absolute blast to drive! Just used it last week to rescue my son who was stranded at work in a snow storm, didn't slip once or lose traction at all while other cars and trucks were in the ditch/median.

Just bought my wife the 2022 Trail Hawk and we really love it. Driving on the highway is really a pleasure.

Just wanted to let you know that this video is SUPER informative for someone that doesn't know much about cars. I have been thinking about getting the Trail Hawk. You have another believer!! Thank you!!

I bought my 2021 Cherokee Trailhawk four months ago and as repetitive as it sounds I absolutely love it! I had a 97’ 4.0L I gave to my mother-in-law and went with full size luxury SUV’s. Two Avalanche’s, a Tahoe and an Expedition EL + several Lincolns! I finally came to my senses and bought another Jeep! We have a camp on Wolfe Island on the St. Lawrence river and I can’t wait till we go up and try her out off-road! Your video is going to make it 100 times better! Very informative! God bless you!

I have one and absolutely love it. I usually get a car and trade it in after a few years but this one is a forever jeep. Thanks.

Love my 2020 Cheokee Traihawk! The ride is smooth,quiet,comfortable and fun to drive. One sweet ride.

I got a 2019 KL Trailhawk back in December 2022. This video was very helpful at the time with my decision. BEST decision I made. This Cherokee Trailhawk is definitely a sleeper when it comes to the capabilities. I've taken my KL off-road with other Wranglers, and EVERY time I get a following because people just don't know how capable this vehicle is!

So glad you popped up. This is the best review I have seen of the Cherokee with excellent clear explanation of how rear lockers work. Great job. Want to see more on your sleeping setup. I’m all about keep it simple.

Man, thank you for this video. Just bought the 2021 Cherokee Trail Hawk today. Glad I found this video. I went in thinking I wanted Rubicon. Drove my buddies Rubicon a couple of times, but on the highway doing 80 mph it was rough. I test drove this just to see. Got it on the highway at 80 mph and loved it. Have not taken it off road (as I just bought it), but heading to an out of the way shooting range (that would beat up my Compass that I traded in) tomorrow to test her out. Thanks again for the video...really made me happier with the choice I made.

Best review ever. I'm buying one, and this helped me make up my mind. Thanks!

I must agree with you. I leased my Trailhawk at the very end of 2019, with !$300.88 down and $300.88/month for 42. At the end of tbe lease, the buyout price was $19,300: making this to me the last of the amazing lease deals. Montana doesn’t have sales tax - so that helps too. This SUV is a Swiss Army Knife. I’ve driven it in -35 all the way to over 100•. Nothing stops this thing, truly a great vehicle.

I also am glad I found this. I have the exact same TH (except in black). Traded in my 2WD Grand Cherokee when we moved up to 6700' in So Cal so I could handle all sorts of conditions - from hilly dirt roads to heavy snow. I've heard complaints about its "dated" styling and such. Fine. Jeep will change it soon enough. Personally I think the Bronco Sport is a bit too trendy. Whatever. I agree with everything this guy is saying, and compared to other videos I've seen, he seems professional and very capable. Ride on, pard.

I own a 2015 Cherokee TH and love it (except maybe the ZF tranny 🙂). I agree with all your points and it was a great video. In my early career I used to write electrical service manuals for the automotive industry. So as someone who worked in the industry it was nice to see you inform people in such a simple way so they understand. Well done. Thank you for doing that video.

You can also flip down the front passenger seat all the way. Also , the back seats recline if you didn't know. You lift up on the latch that flips them down and you pull back and it locks the recline. There are two recline settings in the back.

Stock 2020 Cherokee TH here. I get around 26 at 75 mph on trips. Better if I slow down a bit. 2017 TH I had blew its trans at 35k. Don't forget about the Brake Lock Differential Brake (BLD) traction aid for the front wheels (back too).

Purchased my 2019 in june 2021...love it to hell and back...never tested it much in the woods but looking at your vidéo is more info than I knew about this super SUV...thank you...you explain it the way I can fully understand the product. 😎

Thank you so much, Jason! You have a wealth of knowledge and we really appreciate you sharing your experiences. Please keep up the great work.

I bought my ‘21 Cherokee Trailhawk in Spitefire Orange brand new in ‘21 and it’s been great. It has had a couple issues with the rear differential and DTCM needing replaced. But it’s a phenomenal vehicle, rides great, I just haven’t taken it off-road yet. 42k miles and it’s been driven to and from Montana to Texas and to Illinois and back and done brilliantly.

I bought my 2014 brand new and I haven’t had a single problem and still love her like I did on the first day. My husband wants a new vehicle and I only want another one. I have the white one too with the tow package.

I would love to see how you did that trailer hitch! I like the way it comes out the bumper rather than hang below the bumper like some do! Please so a video on it! Thanks!

Design design I don’t think they had planned on having so many great features, components and capabilities. Like built by selecting the area/section and attaching them to a outline/core/structure. So many great things but wow some real “really now”s / misses / forgotten / wtf why nots. Like a light under the hood? Even a manually operated light. Or have a 12v outlet so you could plug in something. Hopefully it won’t be much longer since it has been a while now, they had the brilliant idea to put one in the hatchback area. Another almost really great feature is the down light on the side view mirrors. Not sure yet if I like how much of the door is lit up. I know I like better it the bright white LED’s running the bottom length of each door. Black hole 2 is the center storage/arm rest. Again just a switch operation light A nice try with the scooped out area for device charge/connect cords. Better method is having them come out the front with a sliding keeper so you don’t have to mess with it each time you open it. Speaking of 12 v outlet in rear hatch. Yes there is one and you can change it from key on or always on. There is a second light in the hatch area. Unfortunately it is also placed very low to the deck which means BAD DESIGN that felt good to say. It means lights are easily blocked. A middle dome light sure would be nice. Or two of the almost worth it button lights for back seat. Yes it is nice to have separately controlled lights but while they are cute they are not able to produce enough light 2019 Cherokee TH E 49,700 miles fully loaded inside built for the car shows to promote the new blue color. I have added over 40 switches plus 8 RF controlled switches several dozen LED’s couple dozen feet of EL Wire outside a 52 “ curved light bar dual forward facing pin spots with high low or strobe 22” bumper mounted light bar one flood-spot and one line spot each side twin focused flood lights rear facing. And 8 horns plus some interior features I invented auto adjusting between seat and center console gap sealer and seat covers with device pocket with wireless charging and cup holders / pockets just outside of where your knees would be.

Excellent video. I've been doing research and the Trailhawk is looking mighty fine.

Awesome review..totally agree with the capabilities you mention...I own a lifted 2018 Cherokee trailhawk and this vehicle is basically a swiss army knife on wheels.

I love it has the metal bar between the wheels!

I don't have the TH but my 2018 Latitude Plus is very comfortable to ride in. With the factory tow pkg I can tow 4500 lbs and have never had trouble. The KL has been the most reliable vehicle that I have ever owned. I may eventually move up to a Grand Cherokee TH for the extra room and tow capacity of 6000lbs.

Hope your account blows up I’m 21 my dad my pops and whole family loves to hunt sadly can’t anymore due to college but I’m buying my moms trail hawk at the end of this month I’m more of an enthusiast and like the rwd manuals but mom giving me a great price be dumb to pass up and this video made me feel a lot better may not be my style but definitley the most practical and being able to have some passengers in the back will definitley be of use !

Great idea to put extra gear and tools in the spare tire compartment! I'm gonna do that today!

Just sold my f150 and am in the market for a vehicle. So glad this video popped up

You know the front passenger seat folds flat too if you ever need more room. Love my Trailhawk! Nice detailed video, thanks 👍🏻

Great video. I purchased a 2022 Jeep Trail Hawk and my wife wants to drive nothing else since the check was presented to the dealer. She drove it home. I had a 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2 door Sport model I traded in on it. . I had the flat towing rig on it from Blue OX so I could pull it behind my RV as I travel. I loved the short wheel base. It was time to trade the Wrangler so with some research I found I could also flat tow the Trailhawk model. That ability to be flat towed sold me and I also knew it was somewhat an off road vehicle. I did not realize how capable it was off-road and yet still a family car. I just love it. It checks all the boxes on what we need. I will never use my Cherokee off the road as much as you do but I do need the ability to travel on paths that a standard vehicle will not handle. It is a good pick and yes it does travel off-road better than my 2002 Ford 150 with 4 wheel drive.

So glad they improved those lights, I hated those weird skinny ones on the ones from a year or two back

Just wanted to say great job with the video, I live in Australia and just purchased a jeep trailhawk and had no idea what I was getting, you have answered a lot of questions and answers .

Thanks for explaining so well.

Man i am so glad i found you. I am amazed at this truck now, i thought it was just another lifted compact car. It seems it is a true offroad capable small crossover. I dont say truck cause it is not same as old cherokee of the 90’s. This is same class as Suby Forester but sounds more capable. Thanks for the review.

Love your video just seen it on here I bought my cherokee trailhawk for the exact same reasons as you. I am also a traditional bowhunter I bought mine to use for whitetail hunting out of state where I didn't need to take my truck I put my tree stands in the roof rack and haul the cooler and deer on the hitch rack love how high it sits works perfect. Everything you said about it is spot on.

I own a Cherokee and like it a lot, but I would never say it has a lot of room or the bottom of the seats are very comfy. I am 6 ft tall and 230 lbs. It is fun to drive and handles and rides great and is nice in most other aspects.

Nice review of the Cherokee. Padded moving blankets from Harbor Freight or other stores work great instead of blankets in the back. That is a good looking Jeep even though I don't really like white vehicles. The tires really look great, are they Falken wild peak AT3W? You could probably do a video on those tires! Ok so I looked through your videos and you have already done a video on the Falken tires. Thanks.

You just sold me on a Cherokee Trailhawk, and I already own one that I have had for a few years. Been thinking about a Wrangler, Bronco, or 4 Runner, but now I'll def be looking for another Cherokee TH. I love my cherokee TK...has treated me good, but has high mileage

Need a new vehicle to tow a trailer for my business I’ve recently started. Your review really helped me solidify my decision. I think I’m going to go with the same color and do a 2 inch lift with 32’s. Thank you so much!

Great review, thanks for sharing! You represent Michigan well sir🏕🌲💯👍🏽🇺🇸

You are a great speaker! Glad I found your channel.

You keep it entertaining like Tim Taylor with the knowledge of Al Borland, and you from “Michiogan”. Was on the fence, gonna buy one after watching this. Love the show , you should def get paid for this. Thanks for the knowledge, keep the education coming our way.

Not sure about long term reliability, but these are in a class by themselves as far as transverse engine suv.. Low range ..Noone else does that ..and rear locker ..its very capable have seen them out wheeling in Florida ..its a legitimate jeep .

Wow, that was a awesome review on the Jeep trail hawk. Thanks Jason.

Best trail hawk review video which I found in RU-vid after planning to get this one. You are easily explaining everything 👌👍 I would like to know what’s your tyre size on that vehicle while you doing the review. Hope you reply

Thank you for reminding me why I left the salt areas

Nice rig I got a great deal on a a 17 blacked out Rubicon Recon JKU back in December 2017 fully loaded brand new just when the 18 JLs started showing up that I has hesitant getting being a new design to wait to work out the kinks got it for 45k taxes and 7yr 100,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty out the door 50k but the resale is better than Toyota but never had to push the lockers yet and zero issues mechanically with 53,000 on it now only issues is gas mileage and rough on BF KM2 mud terrain tires need new fronts replaced due to covid not being able to get them rotated those babys hum down the road.

Best review ever.I so more than 20 videos, and no one shows the complete back,to check see,how big was.You showed all,great job body. You the MAN.

Very impressive breakdown. You almost convinced me to get a Trailhawk instead of a regular Cherokee, even though I never go off-road. I wonder how far behind the regular one is in terms of trails capability.

Well done, thanks for your time.

I fully intend to get one. I was hoping to convince my wife into getting one since we were downsizing both our vehicles into 1, but we ended up with a Mazda CX-5...the misses "needs" a vehicle that is "easier" to drive. But there is still hope. Since I am without a vehicle know, I will be driving my mom's Wrangler Sahara Unlimited as my daily to and from work. I am trying to convince her to trade up for something more practical on gas, and the Cherokee Trailhawk is still on my list as it will handle our Canadian snow without issues, lower gas usage (around 11-12L/100km on paper vs the 15L/100km on the Wrangler based on our real use), and it should be big enough to transport 5 (3 adults and 2 kids currently under 10) for the occasional outing.

Just bought a 2016. My 2001 is still better in the bush but I made it that way. My only complaint on it is the plastic oil cooler housing that some geniuses thought would be a good idea to put in between the cylinders on the engine 😅 yay after market parts

Really excellent overview that made my buying decision easier, thanks 👍

I know, you have me looking at the Cherokee for all the reasons you gave.

Thanks. Learn so much about my trail hawk

don't know why i got that wrench in here, i gotta figure that out. Loved your review dude, thanks. Will buy this car ( used one with low miles but onroad and offroad capable, that is what i need)

I think Sand/Mud mode with rear locked lets all 4 wheels spin. Maybe the electronics don't make it actual 4 wheel lock like quadratrac but it's pretty close if it's not.

Excellent review, bought 2018 Trailhawk of my own. But let's be honest, 21mpg is crappy mileage on any scale. My last car was a 2013 Chevy Cruze, 1.4L turbo (stick). Best car I've ever owned. That thing was rated 42mg highway, 35 average on trips. I seriously miss that 500 mile range.

its a good car. Last year a took a Jeep Cherokee limited off road and omg. Even though is was not the trailhawk version dont understimated it.

I'd be interested in your opinion of the engine

His review has the best details thanks

Good video. If you got the 3.2 V-6 in there, keep and eye on your oil filter housing. Ours grenaded at about 70,000 miles and we lost 5 qts of oil going down the road before the engine light came on. It's made of plastic!

Picking up a 2022 this Saturday.

Oh thank you for this as I'm buying one next week.. I hope it's still there cars r selling so fast if u see it u better buy it...

Great video, what made you switch from the Renegade? Also, you should sell Jeep’s as another side hustle part time

My '19 just turned 3 yrs old. I travel highway once a month to see the folks 300 miles away, and off-road every few months- Death Valley, etc- does BOTH so well. Want to do a small lift- 2", 1/12"- What size tires were you able to get away w on yours w the 1 1/2" lift ?

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Dude I loved this video! Thank you! I am purchasing a 2020 Cherokee Trailhawk tomorrow and I’m a big outdoors guy so I’m excited! I have a 3000lb boat. How did it do towing?

A detailed presentation, I love it!!!

Oh Boy, you got a awesome property right there 👏

I love ❤ jeep & you know what your talking about I got a jeep compass last year 2018 I like to but I like to get a jeep Cherokee trackhawk

Thank you so much for the time and information you put into this video. However, what year is this?? Did I miss that at some point?

Just went through a strom and with my lowered car i was very limited as where i can go. Many road closures due to water accumulations. Amd in winter....some 2 to 3 feet of snow gets challenging. Really considering a 2021 trailhawk elite. Just doing some research for possible mechanical/electrical issues. Let me know what to look out for. Great video.

We love my wife's 2019 TH. We had sn XJ for 304,000 miles before giving it to our son. The TH is a worthy successor. Can't wait to run the Manistee National Forest in the TH.

Awesome video. Might be buying a 2019 Cherokee trailhawk with 30k on it this week

I put a lot of miles on cars (50K a year) how do you feel about this vehicle when puttin a lot miles on it? THANK YOU for taking the time to make this video

Awesome video. I have 2016 Trailhawk and want to lift it. I keep seeing everyone from the Rough Country 2” to MFC to hazard sky…what lift do you have? Is it a lift & level with the back still higher, keeping the factory rake, or does the front lift up level with the rear now. I don’t want the front sag at all. Did you by chance take measurements of before/after of the wheel well clearance? Also saw you are running 265/70R17…any issues with rubbing? Did you have to do the pinch weld mod, any grinding or cutting? Lastly, how is your fuel economy now? Sorry for all the questions but most people only ask 1 or 2, I’m sure others are watching wanting to know: What lift & how tall What tires Any cutting/trimming or rubbing issues What MPG now Any reason you wouldn’t do it again…THANKS!!

From a Jeep Renegade Trailhawk to a Cherokee Trailhawk.........Damn, I'm a happy lad....

How big is the trunk. Can you sleep in in? Two people?

It's a fiat/jeep I worry about the transmission failing that is keeping me from getting a trail hawk . I like the look and styling but Fiat scares me not a very reliable company alot issues. Jeep ruined their reputation for reliability when they merged with fiat they are not Jeeps anymore. Its a great looking SUV you have I hope it gives you a lot of smile miles. Thanks for reviewing your Trail hawk.

A manual transmission would make the trail hawk perfect!

I owned a 2021 Cherokee TrailHawk for about 6 months. It was the coolest, nicest, most capable vehicle I’ve ever owned. Right up until the ZF 9 speed transmission broke. Why Jeep puts such a trashy piece of junk transmission in such a bad ass vehicle is puzzling. DO NOT BUY A KL CHEROKEE. The ZF 9 speed transmission is not only junk it also DANGEROUS. Just search RU-vid for stories about law suits regarding the KL’s horrible transmission.

Such an amazing video, great job! I followed you halfway through watching!

I have an overland it's so nice

I’d like to see what kind of ideas you had for my every day driver 2015 AWD Toyota Sienna. I have a 20 month old and want to do a conversion for camping that I can remove and store in the garage. Portable solar perhaps. I just got the AMAZING Gazelle pop-up tent (very yurt like and able to stand inside) ... and a new soft top cargo roof bag. Taking our first camping trip together next weekend (this weekend was rained out. Boooo. )

I always assumed Jeeps were pieces of junk (except for Wranglers), but your review has just put the Jeep Cherokee on my radar screen, LOL. Can you put a deer carcass on that hitch carrier?

I just got a used Trailhawk and was wondering where you got your lift kit and which falken tire size did you use on yours. Thanks for all of your great content. Good luck with your move to Georgia!

What 1.5 brand lift do you have? And what tire size are you running in this video? I LOVE your setup and want the same for mine.

Good sales man!! I want one now ... I got a 2014 latitude ready to trade in ! 😊

The only issue are the headlights.... I have a 2014 and the lights are weak.

Omg outstanding review, thank you!!

Awesome review, I’m seriously considering purchasing a 2017 out here in Az 🌵🏜️ Jeep owes you royalties for every trailhawk sold 👍🏼

Did the smoothness of the ride change much after you put on the 1.5 inch lift?

Great video, thankyou for sharing such great info. i own a 2019 trailhawk and love it. planning on getting lift kit also. can you get the tire size and make of the tires in video ? pls pretty pls....lol hope to see more videos. thanks again Dan

I would love to know your thoughts on the issue of reliability of this jeep I know no vehicle is perfect

I know this is very late but I just got a 2020 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk two days ago. Have you ever experienced an issue with turning while accelerating from a stop, it almost feels like something is rubbing or the 4wd system kicks in but then it goes right away. Have you ever felt this?

Have you ever used a Gran Cherokee for off road?

LOL! This guy got me laughing like a MF! lol The way he said "that lets me drop into big holes!"10:14/39:33 Lmao! 🤣

Would you recommend buying one of these used?

Thank you for sharing question when you up sized your tires did it cause any problems with speedometer or any other equipment. I’m looking at the 2021 Thanks