The American marque, Jeep, has unveiled its new flagship offering to the Indian market in the form of the Grand Cherokee, which is its 30-year-old nameplate, internationally. New Jeep Grand Cherokee priced at Rs 77.50 lakh, ex-showroom. While it remains the company's fourth product to be produced at its Ranjangaon-based unit, it will rival the BMW X5, Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Range Rover Sport, Volvo XC 90 and more. Jeep is betting big on the Grand Cherokee, as ours is the first right-hand drive SUV on the market.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: Design
With a boxy design and a sleek stance, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is very much a Jeep. Additionally, the front end features a 7-segment radiator grille. The low, tapered roof improves its aerodynamic performance and efficiency without sacrificing cargo space, utility and impressive road presence. The beltline is also low, giving way to a huge area of glass which, combined with the large panoramic sunroof, lets plenty of light into the cabin. The headlights and taillights remain slim, while the dimensions are robust with a ground clearance of 215 mm.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: Interior and Features
Inside, the Grand Cherokee features a two-tone interior. In addition, the instrument panel features slim HVAC vents, a 10-inch head-up display, a 10.1-inch (25.6 cm) touchscreen infotainment unit, a 10.25-inch (26 cm) instrument panel, as well as a 10.25-inch (26 cm) dashboard, a first in the 10.25-inch class. (26 cm) front passenger fender. Additionally, the realigned center console, along with the ergonomic entry feature for greater driver access, remain on the list.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: Safety
The new Jeep Grand Cherokee comes equipped with Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) with features such as forward collision warning at full speed as well as pedestrian emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, blind-spot detection and pedestrian detection. Passive pedestrian protection, Drowsy Driver Detection, Active Lane Management and Junction Collision Assist. In addition, the SUV also features an active noise control system, along with three-point seat belts and reminders for all occupants. In addition, it has 8 airbags in total.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: Specifications
Another notable feature of the fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Quadra-Trac all-wheel drive system along with the Selec-Terrain traction management system that provides a choice between off-road and off-road settings to ensure optimum all-wheel drive performance. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine paired with an 8-speed AT engine. It pushes 272 hp for its maximum output of 400 Nm.
