DecodedCars2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 16 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 112 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 61 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee is a SUV - offered with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway), 9% worse than the 2007 SUV - average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2007
- No diesel version any more
- Engine dropped: 2.8L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG down from 21 to 17
Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Liberty/Cherokee →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -9% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -9% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -2% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 4WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -2% | $3,950 | 523 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 12 |
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 16 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Liberty/Cherokee years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Liberty/Cherokee | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Liberty/Cherokee | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →