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2018 Jeep Cherokee value

By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-07-11

Quick answer

A 2018 Jeep Cherokee in good condition with average mileage (about 100,000 miles) is worth roughly $12,550 in a private-party sale — a fair range of $11,550 to $13,550, or about $14,450 at a dealer. 2018 is not on our years-to-avoid list, so condition, history, and maintenance matter more than the model year here.

Estimated value by mileage

Good condition, clean title. Mileage is the biggest single factor at this age.

MileageMilesFair valuePrivate party
Lower mileage68,000$14,500$13,350$15,650
Average mileage100,000$12,550$11,550$13,550
Higher mileage136,000$10,400$9,550$11,250
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Is 2018 a good year to buy?

2018 is not on our years-to-avoid list for this model, so judge the individual car on history and maintenance.

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What to check before you pay

  • 2014–2016: ZF 9-speed transmission rough shifting, hesitation, and hunting; multiple software reflashes were issued and some units were replaced. Ask for transmission update and service history
  • 2014–2019 2.4L Tigershark: oil consumption, subject of a class action; check the dipstick on the spot and ask directly about top-offs between changes
  • 4x4 models: power transfer unit (PTU) wear; listen for driveline whine and check for gear-oil leaks underneath
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