5 Just-Right Features of the 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4

It's true; I'll admit it. When it comes to automotive creature comforts, I am piiicky.

As a person of smaller stature, I have an especially-keen appreciation for adjustable features such as forward-moving seats that can be positioned high enough for me to see over the nose of the vehicle, knob controls that are accessible within limited arm's reach, and well-designed structural pillars that don't impede my line of sight. So taking a cue from Goldilocks after her stern evaluation of the Three Bears modest domicile, here are five specific aspects of the new Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus that are not too rigid and not too organically unstructured, but rather tailored to fit in a way that is juuust right.

The Seats

My immediate verbal reaction upon hopping into the Cherokee was an audible Whoa! The extremely-comfortable vinyl-trimmed seats with premium cloth inserts were unexpectedly and delightfully sink-in-cushiony yet firmly form-fitting for the perfect balance during both highway cruising and rugged off-roading. Driver comfort is also supported with a power 8-way driver seat and power 4-way lumbar adjust, as well as available heated and ventilated front seats which offer climate relief from potentially unfriendly elements outside.

Door Handles

I have a qualifying rule about the outfits I wear, and that is: the clothes should do the work for me. Fabrics should fit well, either flowing freely or staying securely in place as expected, depending on the intended design and fashion usage. Likewise, when I grab a door handle to enter or exit a car, I appreciate not being required to expend an inordinate amount of effort to accomplish the task. This is expecially important when opening and closing a car door when seated inside the cabin since most of the strength must come from the hand and arm alone. Jeep Cherokee's door handles are quite suitably ergonomic in both size and placement, the hand-grab points of the padded armrests are equally utilitarian, and the necessary door-closing velocity is standardly impressive. No 'lean-in-and-push' shoulder work is necessary.

Steering Wheel

The leather-wrapped steering wheel of the Latitude Plus is crafted at an ideal diameter - not too thick or too thin - which makes steering comfortable and handling sure when maneuvering around town. The available heated steering wheel option keeps occupants warm and toasty on cold days during wintery months - especially when coupled with the very-fast-acting available heated (and ventilated) front seats. Additionally, the chrome metal accents which highlight the steering wheel, center console, shift knob, and door handles simultaneously elevate the interior style and give quick access to information options on the 7-inch display cluster.

Floor Mats

Whether your off-roading on the rugged terrain of Moab or wrangling rowdy kids in the grocery store parking lot, life can get quite messy at times. And tackling the challenge of tracked-in floorboard dirt can be a never-ending issue. But the problem is easily solved with Jeep's available all-weather floor mats which are durable enough to take more than a moderate amount of abuse caused by an array of lifestyle factors like muddy shoes or snow-covered boots.

Liftgate Handle

Ugh, sometimes the amount of strength required for shutting a liftgate is simply infuriating to me! But not only does the Jeep Cherokee come standard equipped with a convenient liftgate handle for easy closing, but the brand also offers an optional hands-free power liftgate which is available as part of the comfort/convenience add-on equipment package. The foot-activated features makes loading and unloading groceries, camping supplies, sports equipment, and other cargo a whole lot easier.

With an enhanced exterior design featuring a spiffed-up seven-slot grille as well as technological improvements such as upgraded LED headlamps and more, the 2019 Jeep Cherokee has been freshened up while still retaining its traditional design heritage, unmistakable elements, and on-brand styling cues. And that's what makes it perfectly suitable for a wide spectrum of adventurous lifestyle uses.

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