The new generation Jeep Grand Cherokee->ke936 was unveiled at the 2010 New York Auto Show, and for the 2014 model year it got even better thanks to the addition of a new diesel engine and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. There is also a new Grand Cherokee Summit version added to the lineup, plus a new array of advanced user-friendly technology features.

Thanks to the new diesel engine, the Grand Cherokee will deliver the best-in-class fuel economy and driving range. Next to the new diesel engine the 2014 Grand Cherokee will continue to be offered with the usual V-6 and V-8 engines, that transformed the SUV into a leader on the market.

Jeep->ke40 also decided to make some improvements on the exterior look and added new bi-xenon headlamps with signature LED daytime running lamps, while for the interior the model was updated with premium amenities including Natura leather, exotic open-pore wood trim and new color offerings.

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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Specifications
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  • Model: 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • Engine/Motor: V6
  • Horsepower: 290
  • Torque: 260
  • Transmission: 8-speed auto
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Pros
Cons

Exterior

The 2014 Grand Cherokee continues the tradition started by the 2011 model and adds an even higher level of opulence and strength. The upper grille is now shorter in height and the headlamps are slimmer, while the fog lamps have been raised and are more pronounced within the fascia design.

For the rear, the 2014 Grand Cherokee will get new, larger tail lamps with signature LED lighting, a larger, more aerodynamic rear spoiler, and a re-sculpted tailgate. The exhaust system ends with dual pipes on the Limited, Overland and Summit models.

Dimensions

Base Curb Weight

4,545 pounds

Ground Clearance - at curb weight

8.6 inches

Overall Body Width

76.5 inches

Overall Height - With Roof Rack

69.3 inches

Overall Height - With Roof Rails

69.3 inches

Overall Height - Without Roof Rack

68.1 inches

Overall Length

189.8 inches

Overhang - Front

33.6 inches

Overhang - Rear

43.5 inches

Wheelbase

114.8 inches


Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

-Automatic Headlamps

-Body-Color Door Handles

-Body-Color Fascias

-Body-Color Grille with Bright Inserts

-Bright Day Light Opening Moldings

-Exterior Mirrors with Heating Element

-Halogen Headlamps

-LED Tail Lamps

Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited

-Body-Color Fascias with Bright Insert

-Body-Color Grille with Bright Inserts

-Bright Exhaust Tip

-Bright Side Roof Rails

-Chrome Body Side Molding

-Exterior Mirrors with Heating Element

-Halogen Quad Headlamps

-LED Tail Lamps

-Rear Window Defroster

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland

-Cashmere Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

-Automatic Headlamps

-Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps

-Body-Color Fascias with Bright Insert

-Body-Color Grille with Bright Inserts

-Body-Color Shark Fin Antenna

-Bright Day Light Opening Moldings

-Bright Door Handles

-Integrated Liftgate Rear Spoiler

Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit

-Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

-Chrome Body Side Molding

-Automatic Headlamps

-Bright Side Roof Rails

-Exterior Mirrors with Turn Signals

-Adaptive Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps

-Body-Color Fascias with Bright Insert

-Body-Color Grille with Chrome Inserts

-Bright Side Roof Rails

-Exterior Mirrors with Heating Element

Interior

For the 2014 model year, the interior of the Grand Cherokee was revised with a new Uconnect 5-inch or 8.4-inch touchscreens, plus a new leather-wrapped E-shifter for the eight-speed transmission. The model also received a new three-spoke steering wheel wrapped in high quality leather and combined with sections of wood on Overland and Summit models.

Dimensions:

Cargo Capacity - Behind 2nd Row Seat

36.3 ft

Cargo Capacity - Behind First-Row Seat

67.5 ft

Head Room - Front

39.9 inches

Head Room - Rear

39.2 inches

Leg Room - Front

40.3 inches

Leg Room - Rear

38.6 inches

Passenger Interior Volume

105.4 ft


Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

-Dark wood trim on the dash and doors

-Front and Rear Interior LED Lamps

-Front Passenger Seat Belt Alert

-Front-Passenger Fold-Flat-Forward Seat

-Illuminated Cup Holders

-Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob

-Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

-Rearview Mirror with Microphone

-Premium cloth seating

Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited

-Bright insert door sill scuff plates and bright metal accents

-Capri leather seating

-Driver / Passenger Power 4-Way Lumbar Adjust

-Front and Rear Interior LED Lamps

-Heated Steering Wheel

-Keyless Enter-N-Go™

-Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob

-Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

-Rear 60 / 40 Folding Seat

-Steering Wheel Paddle Shift Control

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland

-Leather-Wrapped Instrument Panel and Center Armrest

-Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob

-Luxury Front / Rear Floor Mats with Logo

-Memory for Radio, Driver Seat and Mirrors

-Non-Adjustable Pedals

-Ventilated Front Seats

-Stitched-leather instrument panel

Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit

-Full-Length Floor Console

-Leather-Wrapped Instrument Panel and Center Armrest

-Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob

-Rear 60 / 40 Folding Seat

-Ventilated Front Seats

-Wood / Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

-Heated, ventilated and memory front seats

-Open-pore wood trim and Copper accents

-Premium suede-like material covering the A-pillars and headliner

-Nineteen-speaker, 825-watt high-performance Harman Kardon surround sound audio system

Drivetrain

For the 2014 model year the Grand Cherokee received a new 24-valve dual-overhead cam 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine that delivers a total of 240 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. With the new engine, the Grand Cherokee will deliver a fuel economy of 22 mpg on the city driving and 30 mpg highway in 4x2 models.

Next to the new diesel engine, the Grand Cherokee models will continue to offer the usual 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and an updated 5.7-liter V-8. The V-6 engine delivers a total of 290 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, while the V-8 engine delivers a total of 360 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque.

All the engine can be combined with a new eight-speed transmission that ensure a fuel economy of 17 mpg on the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

For the 2014 model year the Grand Cherokee will also offer a new Eco Mode that optimizes the transmission's shift schedule and helsp improving fuel economy.

Prices

Model

Price

Laredo 4x2

$28,795

Laredo 4x4

$30,795

Laredo E 4x2

$30,495

Laredo E 4x4

$32,495

Limited 4x2

$35,795

Limited 4x4

$37,795

Overland 4x2

$42,995

Overland 4x4

$45,995

Summit 4x2

$47,995

Summit 4x4

$50,995


Competition

Toyota 4Runner

The fifth-generation 4Runner was unveiled in 2009 and received its first revision for the 2014 model year. The model received an updated exterior look and a refined interior.

Under the hood the model keeps the usual 4.0-liter V-6 engine that delivers a total of 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque. With the V-6 engine, the 4Runner will deliver a fuel economy of 17 mpg in city driving and 23 mpg on the highway.

Ford Explorer Sport

Ford Explorer Sport was unveiled at the 2012 New York Auto Show and was put on sale at a starting price of $40,720.

The model is powered by a twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 engine that delivers a total of 350 horsepower and a peak torque of 350 pound-feet. The model delivers a fuel economy of 16 mpg in city driving and 22 mpg on the highway.

Conclusion

Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the best sold SUVs on the American market, and we are pretty sure that thanks to the new diesel engine it will become even more successful.

The model is offered in both 4x2 and 4x4 configuration systems, so customer have lots of possibilities to choose from.