# Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk - Daily Drive Goodness And Weekend Family Fun *By Aaron Turpen — Updated October 2020* Written by: [Aaron Turpen](https://menwhoblog.com/aaron-turpen.html) Last Updated: 15 October 2020 Top BlogHits: 8017Reading time: 02:38 Until recent years, most people would not have put Jeep together with comfortable daily driving. Although the Wrangler is the most iconic of the Jeep models still available, it’s the Cherokee that makes up the bulk of the brand’s sales. There’s good reason for that and with this new-generation Cherokee, there are even more. The [2020 Jeep Cherokee](https://www.jeep.com/cherokee.html) carries forward from the extensive redesign that was given the crossover-SUV a couple of years ago. Along with its less wedgy grille and more substantial rear quarter, the Cherokee also has better engines and even more excellence in both its off-road and daily drive metrics. It already had good family-hauling as a checkmark. ### 400 Years of Drinking in One Night: Boston's Most Historic Bars Boston historic bars guys weekend: pub crawl through America's oldest taverns, from the Revolutionary War to JFK's booth. Warren Tavern, Union Oyster House, and bars older than the country itself. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/OQrkeMgLP1CU6jkYmKA1Cw.1037) ### Things We Loved About Virgin Voyages That You Won't Find On Other Cruises Here are some of the things we loved about sailing on Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/OQrkeMgLP1CU6jkYmKA1Cw.1458) ### Cruise Ship Wi-Fi Explained for First-Time Cruisers First-time cruiser connectivity made simple: ship Wi-Fi versus cellular day passes, which cruise lines include internet, security considerations for banking, and practical strategies to match your usage without overspending. 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The bigger downer is the transmission, a nine-speed automatic that’s standard with all [Jeep Cherokee models](https://www.jeep.com/cherokee.html). With the turbocharged engine, it often hunts to find the right gear placement when running at mid- and higher speeds. That isn’t an issue with the V6, which churns a steady 271 horses across a higher, but broader band than does the turbo-four.  Where the difference between these two comes is when off-road. The turbocharged engine outputs its full torque potential of 295 pound-feet fairly quickly--somewhere under 2,000 RPM. The V6 sends its torque out in a steadier stream, but takes longer to get there and then offers 56 pounds less at 239 lb-ft. At low speeds in four-wheel drive with the higher torque coming sooner, the turbo engine definitely shines above the other options. My kids were more than happy with the punchiness of the Trailhawk’s turbo’d engine as we bounced through Wyoming.  The 2.0L turbo also shines when it comes to fuel economy, returning 31 mpg on the highway, the same value as the 2.4L standard four-cylinder base engine. The V6 falls behind at 29 on the highway and a full 3 mpg lower in city rating as well. At varying altitudes, the turbocharged option will also be more consistent in delivering those numbers while the other two, being naturally aspirated, will vary considerably. It’s worth noting that the Trailhawk model loses about 1 mpg due to the added weight of its extra equipment and the wider and more aggressive tires. Speaking of added stuff, this, surprisingly doesn’t translate into a terrible on-road feel or a loud interior. The days of the off-pavement-capable Jeep being the least comfortable road drive are gone. The [Trailhawk](https://www.jeep.com/cherokee.html) adds a quasi-4WD system called Active Drive II with Active Drive Lock. Which is a fancy way of saying it has a multi-speed transfer case with locking differentials. All-terrain tires with a slightly wider track, more ground clearance, and a tuned off-road suspension are also added. Along with skid plates, tow hooks, hills ascent and descent controls, and unique badging and upholstery. These take the Cherokee up a notch in terms of capability. **Hey Aaron Turpen wants you to share this!**   ---   Written by: [Aaron Turpen](https://menwhoblog.com/aaron-turpen.html) #MenWhoBlog MemberTop #MenWhoBlog AuthorThought Leader Aaron is a Wyoming-based writer who enjoys vehicles, woodworking, and traveling with his family. Outside of MenWhoBlog, Aaron is a prolific writer, father of three, and would-be chicken farmer. ### Cruises and Resorts Thinking about a cruise or all-inclusive resort vacation? We can help you plan your dream getaway ... 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