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2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 16–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2007. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee at a glance
The 2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee covers 5 model years in the EPA database (28 configurations in all), rated 16–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2007, costs about $3,840 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD (17 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. The best combined rating in the generation, 21 MPG, was reached in 2005 and 2006.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Gas | 17 MPG | $3,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas, Diesel | 17–21 MPG | $3,840–$4,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas, Diesel | 17–21 MPG | $3,270–$4,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $3,440–$4,080 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 17–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,840 | First year |
What the 2007 Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$320
$3,840 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.40
Per 100 miles
$25.60
Five years
$19,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$180less a year
Class median $4,020 a year, MY2007
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 17 MPG, down 4. Its annual cost goes from $4,490 to $3,840, $650 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
2006 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,840–$4,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,490.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee (Most efficient) | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 21 | $4,490 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,270–$4,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 21 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $4,490, $1,050 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | RWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee (Most efficient) | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $4,490 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG
16–19 MPG · $3,440–$4,080/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,440.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
2003 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee MPG
17–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,840/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | RWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.7L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD: $5,230 in California and $3,350 in Texas, a $1,880 difference.
- California $5,230
- Washington $4,840
- New York $3,840
- Florida $3,630
- Texas $3,350
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2007 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2003-2007 (KJ)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee get?
EPA rates the 2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee at 16–21 MPG combined across 28 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2006 Liberty/Cherokee 2.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD, is rated 21 MPG (19 city, 23 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 16–20 MPG; Diesel: 21 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee?
The Liberty/Cherokee 2.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD reached the generation's best combined rating, 21 MPG, in 2005 and 2006. The lowest top rating, 17 MPG, was in 2007.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,840 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,840 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee 100 miles?
About $25.60 per 100 miles for the Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 21 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Liberty/Cherokee 3.7L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,840 a year to fuel, $180 less than the class median of $4,020, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 325 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2007, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2007 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee different from the 2006 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 17 MPG, down 4. Its annual cost goes from $4,490 to $3,840, $650 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2007 against 5 configurations for 2006. See the 2006 Jeep Liberty/Cherokee for that year.