There are 47 cubic feet of storage behind the second row, 11 cubes more than the two-row Grand Cherokee, and when all the seats are folded to a flat load floor, the L boasts 85 cubic feet of storage, three less than the Explorer. Jeep kept the Grand Cherokee's powertrains the same for its new generation, though it'll announce a plug-in hybrid 4xe model, a moniker first introduced on the Wrangler , later this year.
We also won't rule out the mega-powerful Hellcat supercharged V-8, either, because Fiat Chrysler stuffs the beast into just about anything with four wheels, including the three-row Dodge Durango. The 3. A more powerful 5. Both engines use an eight-speed automatic transmission. The L's two powertrains make slightly less power than the two-row model simply because of the different configuration in this new generation, Jeep told Car and Driver.
Three drive systems are available: Quadra-Trac I and II, single- and two-speed transfer cases, as well as Quadra-Drive II, which includes the two-speed transfer case and a rear electronic limited-slip differential. The latter is optional on the Overland model and standard on the Summit.
Those two models are also equipped with adaptive dampers and a standard air suspension that has five height settings ranging from 6. An off-road package is available on the Overland model, which gives it Jeep's "Trail Rated" badge, and it includes skid plates, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, and inch aluminum wheels wrapped in Michelin Primacy all-season tires.
The Grand Cherokee L is also equipped with a front axle disconnect that automatically puts the SUV in two-wheel drive if it senses that four-wheel drive is not required.
The center console is finished in gloss black and features a backlit rotary shift knob similar to the one seen in the Grand Wagoneer concept.
Overland and Summit models get way power front seats with an optional massaging function. The available Summit Reserve package includes cooled front- and second-row seats with nicer leather, massaging front seats, special trim, and a McIntosh audio system. Those folks in the way-back will have Behind that bench, you'll find Drop the second row and the Grand Cherokee L can accommodate In terms of design, you'll notice a bit of old-school Wagoneer in this new Grand Cherokee.
Sure, a proper Grand Wagoneer is returning soon , but Jeep is smart to bring a few design cues from its first full-size luxury SUV to this latest Grand Cherokee. The hood is longer than before and the seven-slat grille is angled ever so slightly forward, which highlights the new LED lights. We really like the floating roof design, which is achieved by adding a piece of trim along the A pillar that extends along the roofline, stretching all the way back to the LED taillights.
A variety of wheel sizes will be available, with inch rollers available as part of the swanky Summit Reserve package. The Grand Cherokee's updated cabin is sleek and sophisticated, and includes ambient LED lighting, plenty of open-pore wood and nice leather and metal accents. Audiophiles will enjoy the available McIntosh sound system, and people who want to get comfy-cozy will appreciate the heated and ventilated first- and second-row seats. The front chairs even have massaging seat backs.
Below that you'll find redundant climate controls and a wireless charging pad that can accommodate two phones at once. A finely cut, backlit, rotary gear selector finishes off the center console, flanked by push levers for the terrain management system and air suspension. The driver is treated to a This screen can display 24 different menus, everything from driver assistance systems to the available night vision and traffic sign recognition tech.
Speaking of safety tech, the Grand Cherokee L comes with a whole bunch of goodies, including blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert and a hands-on driving assistant that combines lane-centering functionality and adaptive cruise control. No, that last one isn't anything new, but Jeep says it paves the way for a more advanced, hands-off system that should arrive in Under the hood, you'll find the same 3.
The driver and front passenger seats feature luxurious seating surfaces and available way adjustable seats with memory and massage for ultimate comfort and support. The new Skip to main content. Shopping Tools. Menu Main Menu. Main Menu. Skip to main navigation. Display Find Your Country Open in a new window.
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