DecodedCars2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Diesel, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 21 MPG combined — 26% better than the average 2005 SUV - (16.7 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 52 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 50 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee is a SUV - offered with 3 engines (2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl and 3.7L 6-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 24 highway), 26% better than the 2005 SUV - average of 16.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 4WD Diesel | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +26% | $4,550 | 485 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +11% | $3,350 | 444 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 22 / 20 | +20% | $3,350 | 444 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -6% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2WD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -6% | $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 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 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 2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Liberty/Cherokee years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Liberty/Cherokee | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 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 →