Category: Cars, Tech, Gadgets

The factory radio in a Jeep Cherokee XJ was a product of its time—simple, functional, and utterly outdated by modern standards. If you have ever struggled with your phone falling off a dashboard mount while navigating a trail or wished for a backup camera while parallel parking your XJ, a double-DIN touchscreen infotainment system is a transformative upgrade. These 4-inch-tall units offer Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, GPS navigation, and rear camera support, turning your classic Cherokee into a surprisingly modern daily driver or overlanding rig . The installation is entirely doable for a motivated DIYer, but it requires careful planning—especially when it comes to your XJ's quirky electrical system.