Lower Your 2015 Jeep Cherokee Car Insurance Quotes

Want the cheapest auto insurance rates for your Jeep Cherokee? Have you finally had enough of wondering where the money will come from to pay auto insurance each month? Your situation is no different than most other vehicle owners.

Big companies like Progressive, GEICO and Farmers Insurance all promote huge savings with advertising and it can be hard to avoid their marketing magic and do the work needed to find the best deal.

If you have car insurance now, you should be able to cut costs considerably using these tips. Finding the best rates is quite easy. But car owners can benefit by having an understanding of how companies compete online and use this information to your advantage.

How to compare insurance coverage rate quotes

There are multiple methods to compare insurance coverage prices and some are less labor-intensive and much quicker. You can waste hours talking about coverages with agents in your area, or you can stay home and use the web to get pricing more quickly.

The majority of car insurance companies belong to an insurance system where prospective buyers enter their coverage request one time, and at least one company then gives them pricing for coverage. This saves time by eliminating repetitive form submissions to each company.

To enter your information into the quoting system, click here (opens in new window).

The one downside to pricing coverage this way is you can’t choose the companies you want to price. So if you prefer to choose specific insurance companies to compare, we have assembled a list of companies who write insurance coverage in your area. Click to view list.

It’s your choice how you get your quotes, but be certain you are entering equivalent coverage limits and deductibles with each company. If you compare different coverage information you will not be able to make a fair comparison for your Jeep Cherokee. Even a minor difference in insurance coverages or limits could throw off the whole comparison. And when comparing insurance coverage rates, know that having more price comparisons will enable you to find the best price. Not every company allows you to get rate quotes online, so it’s necessary to compare rates from them as well.

Verify you’re receiving every discount

Not many people think insurance is cheap, but there are discounts available that can drop the cost substantially. Some trigger automatically at the time of purchase, but lesser-known reductions have to be inquired about before you will receive the discount.

  • Anti-theft Discount – Cars and trucks optioned with advanced anti-theft systems prevent vehicle theft and earn discounts up to 10% off your insurance coverage quote.
  • Pay Early and Save – By making one initial payment instead of paying each month you could save 5% or more.
  • Bundle and Save – When you have multiple policies and place coverage with the same company you may earn nearly 15% which can help you find inexpensive insurance coverage.
  • Good Grades Discount – Performing well in school may save as much as 25% on a insurance coverage quote. Earning this discount can benefit you well after school through age 25.
  • Homeowners Pay Less – Owning a home can help you save on insurance since home ownership demonstrates responsibility.
  • Passenger Safety Discount – Options like air bags and/or automatic seat belt systems can receive discounts as much as 30%.
  • New Vehicle Savings – Buying insurance coverage on a new vehicle is cheaper since new model year vehicles have better safety ratings.
  • Discounts for Government Workers – Simply working for the federal government could provide a small rate reduction for Cherokee insurance depending on your company.
  • Include Life Insurance and Save – If the company offers life insurance, you could get better prices if you take out a life policy as well.
  • Safety Restraint Discount – Drivers who require all vehicle occupants to use a seat belt can save 10% or more off the PIP or medical payment premium.

Discounts save money, but please remember that some of the credits will not apply to the overall cost of the policy. Most cut specific coverage prices like liability and collision coverage. So despite the fact that it appears you can get free auto insurance, it just doesn’t work that way. Any amount of discount will reduce the premium cost.

Some of the larger companies that have these discounts may include but are not limited to:

If you need lower rates, check with all the companies which credits you are entitled to. Some of the discounts discussed earlier might not be offered in your area.

You can change your insurance prices

Part of the insurance coverage buying process is learning the factors that aid in calculating your insurance coverage rates. If you have some idea of what impacts premium levels, this enables you to make decisions that could help you find much lower annual insurance costs.

  • Deter theft and reduce premiums – Buying a car with advanced anti-theft systems can earn a premium discount. Systems that thwart theives like LoJack tracking devices, vehicle tamper alarm systems or GM’s OnStar system all hinder auto theft and help lower rates.
  • Long commutes cost more – Driving more miles every year the more you’ll pay to insure it. Almost all companies apply a rate based on their usage. Cars and trucks that are left in the garage can be on a lower rate level as compared to vehicles used primarily for driving to work. Make sure your declarations sheet shows the right rating data, because it can save money. An improperly rated Cherokee may be costing you higher rates.
  • Extra coverages push up rates – There are quite a few additional extra coverages that can waste your money if you don’t pay attention. Insurance for rental car coverage, accidental death, and motor club memberships are examples of these. You may think they are a good idea when discussing your needs, but if you don’t need them eliminate the coverages to reduce your premium.
  • Bad credit hurts insurance costs – Having a bad credit score can be an important factor in determining your rates. So if your credit rating could use some work, you may save money insuring your 2015 Jeep Cherokee by taking the time to improve your credit score. Drivers who have very high credit ratings tend to be more responsible than those with lower credit scores.
  • Always have insurance coverage – Letting your insurance expire is a fast way to increase your rates. And not only will your rates increase, the inability to provide proof of insurance might get you fines and jail time. You may then be required to file a SR-22 with your state motor vehicle department to get your license reinstated.
  • Safeguard your assets with liability insurance – The liability coverage on your policy is the coverage that protects you when you are responsible for damages caused by your negligence. Your liability coverage provides legal defense coverage starting from day one. This coverage is very inexpensive compared to physical damage coverage, so drivers should make sure they buy enough to cover all assets.
  • Teenagers vs. older drivers – Inexperience drivers are statistically shown to be inattentive when driving therefore insurance coverage rates are much higher. More experienced drivers are proven to be safer behind the wheel, statistically cause fewer accidents and tend to be get fewer driving tickets.

When should I discuss my situation with an agent?

When it comes to choosing the best insurance coverage coverage for your vehicles, there really is no one size fits all plan. Everyone’s situation is a little different so your insurance should reflect that These are some specific questions might point out whether or not you might need an agent’s assistance.

  • Am I insured when driving a different vehicle?
  • How do I insure my teen driver?
  • Are split liability limits better than a combined single limit?
  • Is my business laptop covered if it gets stolen from my vehicle?
  • Which companies will insure high-risk drivers?
  • Where can I find DUI or SR-22 insurance?
  • Are rock chip repairs covered?
  • Am I covered if I drive in a foreign country?
  • Is my state a no-fault state?
  • What should my uninsured motorist coverage limits be in my state?

If you’re not sure about those questions but you know they apply to you, you may need to chat with a licensed agent. To find lower rates from a local agent, complete this form or you can also visit this page to select a carrier

Insurance advertising tricks

Companies like Allstate and Progressive constantly bombard you with ads on TV and radio. They all state the claim about savings if you switch to their company. That’s great but how can every company offer you a better deal? This is the trick they use.

Many companies can use profiling for the type of customer that makes them money. For example, a preferred risk may need to be a married male, has had continuous coverage, and drives less than 5,000 miles a year. Any new insured who fits that profile will most likely get cheap premium rates and as a result will probably save money with a new company.

Insureds who do not match these stringent criteria may receive more expensive rates which usually ends up with business going elsewhere. The ads say “customers who switch” not “everyone that quotes” save the amount stated. That’s the way insurance companies can state the savings.

Because every company is different, you need to compare rate quotes every year. It’s just too difficult to predict which insurance companies will have the best car insurance rates at this point in time.

Specific coverage details

Knowing the specifics of a car insurance policy can help you determine appropriate coverage and the correct deductibles and limits. The coverage terms in a policy can be confusing and reading a policy is terribly boring. Listed below are the normal coverages found on the average car insurance policy.

Collision coverage protection

This coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage caused by collision with a stationary object or other vehicle. A deductible applies then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.

Collision coverage protects against claims such as rolling your car, sideswiping another vehicle and damaging your car on a curb. Collision coverage makes up a good portion of your premium, so analyze the benefit of dropping coverage from vehicles that are 8 years or older. Drivers also have the option to increase the deductible in order to get cheaper collision rates.

Uninsured Motorist or Underinsured Motorist insurance

This coverage protects you and your vehicle when other motorists are uninsured or don’t have enough coverage. This coverage pays for injuries sustained by your vehicle’s occupants and damage to your Jeep Cherokee.

Since many drivers only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is very important. Frequently the UM/UIM limits are set the same as your liablity limits.

Liability coverages

This coverage provides protection from injuries or damage you cause to people or other property. It protects YOU against claims from other people. It does not cover your injuries or vehicle damage.

It consists of three limits, bodily injury per person, bodily injury per accident and property damage. You might see policy limits of 50/100/50 that translate to $50,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a limit of $100,000 in injury protection per accident, and property damage coverage for $50,000. Occasionally you may see one limit called combined single limit (CSL) which combines the three limits into one amount rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability insurance covers claims such as legal defense fees, pain and suffering, emergency aid and attorney fees. How much liability coverage do you need? That is your choice, but it’s cheap coverage so purchase as large an amount as possible.

Comprehensive coverage (or Other than Collision)

This coverage will pay to fix damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You first have to pay a deductible then the remaining damage will be covered by your comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive coverage protects against things such as rock chips in glass, damage from getting keyed, hail damage, hitting a bird and damage from flooding. The maximum payout a car insurance company will pay at claim time is the market value of your vehicle, so if it’s not worth much more than your deductible it’s probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.

Insurance for medical payments

Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP provide coverage for expenses for prosthetic devices, EMT expenses and X-ray expenses. They can be used to fill the gap from your health insurance policy or if you are not covered by health insurance. Coverage applies to not only the driver but also the vehicle occupants in addition to any family member struck as a pedestrian. PIP coverage is not available in all states and may carry a deductible

Quote more, save more

Cheaper 2015 Jeep Cherokee insurance is attainable from both online companies and from local insurance agents, so you need to quote insurance coverage with both to get a complete price analysis. There are still a few companies who may not offer the ability to get quotes online and usually these regional carriers sell through local independent agencies.

As you go through the steps to switch your coverage, make sure you don’t sacrifice coverage to reduce premiums. There have been many situations where an accident victim reduced uninsured motorist or liability limits only to find out that it was a big error on their part. Your focus should be to purchase plenty of coverage at the best price, not the least amount of coverage.

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