Jeep India launched the fifth generation Grand Cherokee in 2022 and honestly, the SUV looks and feels really awesome. The design language as you can see is tough and rough, very modern, and classic Jeep style. Moreover, it comes with insane amount of features and the performance compared to its rivals is very promising. We had the chance to review this luxurious SUV from Jeep and in this article, we aim to provide you with a comprehensive review of why the Grand Cherokee is a highly enjoyable SUV and could be worth driving,
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has evolved to meet contemporary standards while retaining its rugged SUV essence. With dimensions nearly five meters in length and close to two meters in width, it commands a formidable road presence. Its design strikes a balance between simplicity and assertiveness, exemplified by the dominant seven-slat grille and sleek LED headlamps.
The chunky 20-inch wheels complement the muscular stance, though some may yearn for a more distinctive alloy design. The rear features clean lines with a single chrome strip and LED tail-lamps, eschewing flashy elements for a more authentic expression of its character. While it may lack the extravagance sought by luxury car enthusiasts, the Grand Cherokee stays true to its roots with its understated yet commanding presence.
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| Dimensions | Jeep Grand Cherokee | BMW X5 | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4914 MM | 4922 MM | 5064 MM | 4926 MM | 4953 MM |
| Width | 1979 MM | 2218 MM | 2212 MM | 2157 MM | 2008 MM |
| Height | 1792 MM | 1745 MM | 1703 MM | 1797 MM | 1773 MM |
| Wheelbase | 2964 MM | 2819 MM | 2999 MM | 2995 MM | 2984 MM |
| Ground Clearance | 215 MM | 216 MM | 178 MM | 215 MM | 238 MM |
| Turning Radius | 5.8 M | 6.3 M | 6 M | 5.9 M | 5.9 M |
| Boot Space | 782 L | 645 L | 740 L | 630 L | 709 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 – 83 L | 85 L | 93 L | 71 L |
| Kerb Weight | 2097 KG | 2170 KG | 2245 KG | 2150 KG | 2095 KG |
You can either step-in or climb inside the SUV as upon your entry, you will be welcome with a modern, rough and tough looking interiors. You get all-black interiors which is just a best option for an SUV which is adventurous and luxurious. Moreover, the cabin is so wide that the seats are big enough to keep you comfy and supportive while also having the perfect amount of cushioning to cater your comfort. The front seats get 8-way power adjustable heated and ventilated seats along with lumbar adjustment and memory function.
As you can see in the images above, the dashboard is dominated by 3 screens, 1 for co-passenger for their entertainment, 1 in the center tilted to blend with the dashboard alignment, and one is the digital cockpit instrument cluster for the driver. The centre console gets open dark wood with tons of physical buttons and knobs which are very convenient. You get a rotary dial for drive shift, and the armrest in the center is fixed, though its big enough to let your arm rest while you drive.
The steering wheel gets heated function to not let your hand go cold while driving for longer journeys , especially in winter season. In the rear, you get bench seats with three adjustable headsets and the transmission tunnel is almost flat meaning 3 people can seat comfortably. The SUV is equipped with the Alpine Sound System to further enhance the cabin experience.
The Grand Cherokee measures almost 5 Meters in length which translates into incredible amount of space and practicality inside the cabin; and guess what Jeep has done a marvellous job in this section. The real experience in the rear seats as there you’ve got so much knee room and leg room that you can literally stretch yourself to get comfortable. The driver and the co-passenger both gets 8-way power adjustable seats with lumbar adjustment and the driver can adjust anyway they want while also utilising the heated and ventilated seat function to stay comfortable for longer journeys.
The rear seats gets heated seats which is really good. The Grand Cherokee is the only SUV in the segment to offer the biggest boot space in the segment with 782 Litres which basically means you can pack half your stuff in the SUV and go for a very long journey without stressing about space. Besides there are other spaces to store things like on the doors, cupholders (front and rear), glovebox, centre armrest and other places.
| Petrol | Jeep Grand Cherokee | BMW X5 | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder | 3.0 L 6 Cylinder Twin-Turbo | 3.0 L 6 Cylinder Turbo Mild-Hybrid | 3.0 L 6 Cylinder Turbo Mild-Hybrid | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Mild-Hybrid |
| Drive-train | 4WD | 4WD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Power | 268.27 BHP | 375.48 BHP | 335.25 BHP | 375.48 BHP | 300 BHP |
| Torque | 400 NM | 520 NM | 500 NM | 500 NM | 420 NM |
| Transmission Options | 8 Speed AT | 8 Speed AT | 6 Speed AT | 9 Speed AT | 8 Speed AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 8.6 KMPL | 12 KMPL | 11 KMPL | 9 KMPL | 17.2 KMPL |
| Top Speed | 289 KMPH | 243 KMPH | 250 KMPH | 250 KMPH | 180 KMPH |
| Diesel | Jeep Grand Cherokee | BMW X5 | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | – | 3.0 L 6 Cylinder Twin-Turbo | – | 3.0 L 6 Cylinder Turbo Mild-Hybrid | – |
| Drive-train | – | 4WD | – | AWD | – |
| Power | – | 281.68 BHP | – | 375.48 BHP | – |
| Torque | – | 650 NM | – | 500 NM | – |
| Transmission Options | – | 8 Speed AT | – | 9 Speed AT | – |
| Fuel Efficiency | – | 12 KMPL | – | 9.7 KMPL | – |
| Top Speed | – | 243 KMPH | – | 250 KMPH | – |
So we had the chance to take the Grand Cherokee for a long and adventurous drive. The Grand Cherokee is available in one variant and it comes with powered by a 2.0 L Petrol Engine producing 268.27 BHP and 400 NM of torque coupled with an 8 Speed Automatic Transmission that has been sourced from ZF. Contrary to expectations, the engine impresses with its smoothness and linear acceleration reminiscent of a diesel.
Although there’s a brief lag before the twin-scroll turbocharger kicks in, the mid-range performance is appreciable, offering effortless cruising. Overtaking manoeuvres are facilitated by the petrol engine’s responsive throttle. While the gearbox tends to upshift early, engaging Sport mode provides a more spirited driving experience, albeit with some initial lag. Despite pushing the engine beyond 4,000rpm resulting in some strain, the overall refinement is noteworthy, particularly considering its task of propelling a hefty SUV.
Additionally, we brake tested the humongous SUV at a 100 KMPH speed and guess what, since all wheels are equipped with high quality Disc brakes and it came to a halt almost instantly; the braking distance after hitting the brakes was commendable. Moving on to the steering wheel, it’s light, easy manoeuvrable and feels nice to touch. Even at high speed, you feel the weight yet it’s easy to move the SUV.
Moving to the suspension setup, the SUV comes fitted with a Multi-Link Independent (All Aluminum arms and knuckles) both front and rear axle as its ideal for navigating India’s rough roads and off-roading adventures. It handles bumps and potholes with ease, though there’s some vertical movement at high speeds. While it leans in corners and exhibit understeers, it’s Quadra-Trac 1 4-Wheel-Drive System and Selec-Terrain Modes make it adept at tackling challenging terrain. Whether on or of-road, the Grand Cherokee offers confidence and capability.
In the end, a main question arises, should you or should you not buy the Grand Cherokee. Well, the first thing is the SUV is very affordable compared to its rivals and plus its got way too many features and performance to offer for its price point. Secondly, this SUV offers very promising off-road experience which quite honestly its rivals doesn’t as those are mainly focused on giving luxurious experience. This SUV balances both of them and since its available in one variant only, and has almost all the features as its rivals, we say its pretty sensible to buy this SUV over the others.
2.0 L Petrol AT – Rs. 95.20 Lakh
| Models | Price |
|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | Rs. 95.20 Lakh |
| Audi Q7 | Rs. 1 – Rs. 1.09 Crore |
| BMW X5 | Rs. 1.11 – Rs. 1.29 Crore |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE | Rs. 1.13 – Rs. 1.27 Crore |
| Volvo XC90 | Rs. 1.16 Crore |
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