The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available in five trims: the base Laredo, Laredo E, Limited, Overland, Summit and the high-performance SRT. All but the SRT feature a standard 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine that makes 290 horsepower and 260 ft-lb of torque. The flexible-fuel engine features variable-valve timing and is mated to a new 8-speed automatic transmission Optional on Limited, Overland and Summit models is a new 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 with 240 hp and 420 ft-lb of torque. The engine provides up to 30 mpg on the highway and gives Grand Cherokees so equipped an effective range of up to 730 miles on a single tank. A 360-hp 5.7L Hemi V8 engine is also available on all trims but Laredo. Meanwhile the SRT comes with a 6.4L V8 that makes 465 horsepower. All but the SRT are available with with either 4×2 or 4×4, while the SRT utilizes Quadratrac on-demand all-wheel drive.<\/p>\n
Independent front and multi-link rear suspension systems and a unit-body structure have made the Grand Cherokee’s frame very rigid. Jeep’s Quadra-Lift air suspension, capable of lifting the vehicle<\/a> 4.5 inches for more off-road ground clearance and Selec-Terrain traction control systems are available on 4-wheel drive trims only.<\/p>\n Standard safety equipment across the lineup includes 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, active head restraints, a full array of airbags, including full-length side-curtain and seat-mounted side thorax air bags, electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, hill-start assist, auto-on headlights, trailer-sway control and tire pressure monitoring system. Adaptive cruise control is now available, along with front collision alert and front park assist.<\/p>\n Standard equipment on the base Laredo includes keyless entry, 17-inch aluminum wheels, dual-zone air-conditioning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an anti-theft system, MP3 player and an auxiliary power outlet. Laredo E includes power adjustable front seating, SiriusXM satellite radio and roof rails.<\/p>\n The Limited trim adds upgraded 18-inch aluminum wheels, a leather interior with power-adjustable heated seats and memory. The panoramic sunroof is an upgrade, as is a premium sound system with hard disk storage and satellite radio. Safety and convenience are enhanced with a rear parking aid, integrated turn signal mirrors, rain-sensing wipers and HID headlights. Comfort enhancements include automatic climate control, proximity entry and heated rear seats.<\/p>\n The Overland gets 20-inch aluminum wheels, Napa leather upholstery with heated and ventilated front seats and a heated wood\/leather steering wheel. It also gains a remote trunk release and a power liftgate.<\/p>\n The Summit includes adaptive cruise control, a blind spot\/rear cross-path detection system, front collision warning and exterior trim enhancements.<\/p>\n Options available across the lineup include a rear DVD entertainment system, a full-size spare, an array of aluminum wheel options and two different levels of towing equipment. A collision preventing blind-spot\/rear cross-path detection system is available, as is an adaptive cruise control with Forward Collision Warning.<\/p>\n The 4-wheel drive models are all seriously capable, but can be outfitted to a greater degree depending on the customer’s interest. Off-Road packages that include skid plates, hill descent control and a high-performance Quadra-Drive II 4-wheel drive system are available.<\/p>\n The Grand Cherokee SRT is a different beast. Intended for on-road performance, it utilizes an on-demand 4-wheel drive system, a 465-horsepower 6.4L V8 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Underneath, there’s an electronic limited-slip differential, active damping suspension and performance-tuned steering. Big 20-inch aluminum wheels, special body-color trim, HID headlamps, fog lamps and rain-sensing wipers are standard as well. Inside, the SRT comes with heated and ventilated power-adjustable leather seats, a heated steering wheel and keyless proximity entry.<\/p>\n