Are you curious about the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee? The 2017 model is a great fit for most SUV drivers, whether you use it for your commute or as a family mover. Read on to see everything this hefty Jeep has to offer.
Features
Even in the baseline Laredo model, the 2017 Grand Cherokee comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, automatic headlights, a rearview backup camera, push-button ignition, keyless entry, six audio speakers, and a 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an auxiliary audio jack and USB port. While this is an attractive package for those on a tighter budget, move up the trims and you’ll get replacements and added features that make the Grand Cherokee an elite driving machine.
Performance
The Grand Cherokee can tow a maximum of 7,400 pounds when properly equipped, and the most efficient models reach up to 19 city miles per gallon and 26 highway mpg. On the base Laredo, the model gets a 3.6-liter V6 with 295 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque paired with an eight-speed automatic shifter. On any higher trim level, you have a choice between a 5.7-liter V8 or a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6.
Interior
Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard, allowing the Grand Cherokee to cool or heat specific seat areas. The interior has so many high quality materials and surfaces that it’s hard to remember that it’s a rugged Jeep fit for off roading. Whether taking a leisurely drive around the block or climbing over a rocky mountain path, you and your passengers will be comfortable wherever you go.
Safety
Jeep’s hefty SUV earned the best score of “Good” in IIHS crash and safety tests. Several new driver assistance parking features were added for 2017 as well. Rear parking sensors are standard on all models, while the top-tier Summit trim level adds front parking sensors as well. Put simply, the 2017 models are more adept for tight parking in urban areas.
Exterior
Even from the outside, the Grand Cherokee impresses. With the standard Laredo, the vehicle is surprisingly lithe and muscular. As you proceed up the many trim levels you’ll see just how eye-catching the 20-inch wheels, automatic headlamp washers, and premium colors can be. To see how stylish the Grand Cherokee’s exterior really gets, wait until you see our final point in the model’s favor: the special editions.
Special Editions
Another great aspect of the Grand Cherokee is its special editions. The Trailhawk is an award-winning variant designed for extreme off-roading, and the Trackhawk is supercharged for timed races and other high-demand performance driving. Each also boasts unique exterior styling so that Jeep-savvy folks will know exactly what you’re driving.
With these points, we hope you see why anyone looking for a full-size SUV shouldn’t pass up on the 2017 Grand Cherokee. Take a look at our inventory every couple of days and you’re bound to see a model that suits your needs. When the time comes, contact us by phone or email and we’ll get you started by answering your questions, scheduling test drives, or assisting with anything else you need.
“Jeep Grand Cherokee (JDM-Spec), Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Japan” by Vasconium is licensed by CC BY-SA 2.0
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