Is the 2.0L turbo engine in the 2019–2023 Cherokee reliable over the long haul?
This is the primary concern with recent Cherokee ownership. The 2.0L GME turbocharged engine with the eTorque cylinder-deactivation system can develop oil-consumption anomalies and fault codes related to the variable valve actuation system between 80,000 and 120,000 km. FCA (Stellantis) published multiple technical service bulletins covering head gasket sealing and variable valve timing actuators. When evaluating a 2019+ Cherokee used, insist on a complete service history, check the oil level (a healthy engine should not lose oil between changes), and have a technician scan all stored fault codes before purchase. The 3.2L Pentastar V6 used in 2014–2018 models is broadly more robust and better documented mechanically, with a proven track record past 250,000 km.