The 2016 Jeep Cherokee gets a well-built cabin with quality materials. The fit and finish of the dashboard seem pretty good, and the overall quality is great. The Jeep Cherokee can seat 5 with adequate space in both rows. However, there is a middle tunnel for the 4WD system, which may intrude on the comfort of the rear seat passenger in the middle. This makes it less practical than its rivals.
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee has a seating capacity similar to what is also the segment standard. While space upfront might not be the best-in-class, it allows for a serene experience at the rear. There is ample storage space on the inside. The dashboard feels modern and is filled to the brim with exquisite features that make driving a hassle-free experience.
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Model
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Jeep Cherokee
Overland AWD
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Subaru Outback
3.6R Limited AWD
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Ford Edge
Titanium AWD
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Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
2.0T AWD
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Seating Capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Front Row
(head/shoulder/leg)
(in.)
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39.4/57.6/41.1
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40.8/58.1/42.9
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40.2/60.3/42.6
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39.6/59.4/41.3
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Rear Row
(head/shoulder/leg)
(in.)
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38.5/55.1/40.3
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38.9/57.3/38.1
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40.3/60.5/40.6
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39.1/58.3/39.4
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The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has the most pleasing cabin in the lot. The fit and finish are amazingly good with a wide range of standard features. The seats of the Santa Fe Sport are also more comfortable with better cushioning, which is typical of Hyundai. The 2016 ford Edge is larger in every dimension. The wide cabin opens up the most headroom and shoulder room inside, and also offers the most luggage space. The Subaru Outback does not lag behind in the aspect and performs appreciably like its competitors. Interior features of the 2016 Jeep Cherokee include-
- Leather upholstery
- Heated Seats
- Cooled Front Seats
- Power Adjustable Driver Seats
- Lumbar Support
- Dual-Zone Climate control
- Sunroof
Infotainment
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee comes with an updated infotainment system. As standard, you get a 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system that offers basic features. The system offers Bluetooth connectivity, USB, and AUX plugs along with a basic audio system. The graphics in the 5-inch unit are crisp. However, the touch responses are not the best and loading menus take a while to respond.
The higher trims of the 2016 Jeep Cherokee come with a larger 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system. The system is slick to use, and the interface is easy to navigate. The large screen also has crisp graphics that offers great usability even while on the move. The system comes with a premium audio system from Alpine. The Audio is crisp and clear and offers a great base which makes it enjoyable. Major infotainment features of the SUV are-
- 8.6-inch touchscreen
- Uconnect interface
- Alpine audio system
- Bluetooth
- USB
- AUX
2016 Jeep Cherokee Cargo Capacity
The Jeep Cherokee has the smallest boot at 24.6 cu. ft. However, its rear row seats of the 2016 Jeep Cherokee can be folded down to open up to 54.9 cu. ft of storage volume.
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Jeep Cherokee
Overland AWD
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Subaru Outback
3.6R Limited AWD
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Ford Edge
Titanium AWD
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Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
2.0T AWD
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Cargo Volume
(cu.ft)
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24.6
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35.5
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39.2
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35.4
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In comparison, the Ford Edge has the best in class. At nearly 40 cubic feet, it can fit almost anything you would like it to carry. Even the competitors, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and Subaru Outback manage better space at 35.4 and 35.5 cubic feet respectively.
Also Read:
- Here's a look at the 2016 Jeep Cherokee's interior build and quality
- 2016 Subaru Outback Interior: A detailed review
