2016 Jeep Cherokee Speaker Sizes

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee factory audio system features specific mounting locations across the interior. Center dash, dashboard, and d-pillar locations accept 3.5 inch units, while front door panel and rear door panel locations accommodate 6x9 inch speakers, and the rear side panel accepts an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include full-range, midrange, and woofer units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Center Dash 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
D-Pillar 3.5 Midrange
  • Extremely difficult access
  • Professional service only
  • Low replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: high
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 8 Woofer
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2016 Jeep Cherokee Speaker Replacement Summary

6 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
1 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 3 High: 1

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 2

2016 Jeep Cherokee Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2016 Jeep Cherokee utilizes a mix of speaker sizes across different locations, with 6x9 inch speakers in both front and door panels representing the largest full-range units in the system.
  • The center dash and dashboard positions both accommodate 3.5 inch full-range speakers, while the D-pillar location houses 3.5 inch midrange speakers, suggesting distinct frequency handling responsibilities despite identical sizing.
  • Door panel speakers in front and rear positions share the same 6x9 inch full-range configuration, which may allow for consistent sound staging and simplified replacement when upgrading the audio system.
  • An 8 inch woofer occupies the rear side panel location, indicating dedicated low-frequency reproduction separate from the full-range speakers elsewhere in the cabin.
  • The distinction between full-range speakers in the doors and the dedicated woofer in the rear side panel suggests a multi-component approach to the factory audio design, with bass frequencies potentially handled by the larger dedicated unit.
  • Radio compatibility includes both single DIN and double DIN form factors, providing flexibility for aftermarket head unit installations when considering audio system modifications.
  • Replacing the 6x9 inch door panel speakers might take priority for those seeking improved sound quality, as these locations typically contribute significantly to overall audio performance in the listening position.
  • The presence of midrange-specific speakers in the D-pillar positions suggests attention to mid-frequency dispersion, which could benefit from upgraded components designed for enhanced vocal and instrumental clarity.