2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Basic Specs

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Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 4470
City (MPG) 17
Hwy (MPG) 23
Horsepower 290@6400
Torque (lb-ft) 260@4800
Wheelbase 114.8
Length (in.) 189.8
Width (in.) 76.5
Height (in.) 69.3

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a mid-size SUV that shares a platform with the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. It combines the off-road chops one would expect of a Jeep with more luxury and on-road refinement than the outgoing model.

The Grand Cherokee was the first vehicle to implement Chrysler 's 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, which features Variable-Valve Timing, 290 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm.Also available is a 5.7-liter Hemi V8, generating 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque at 4,250 rpm. The Hemi features VVT and fuel-saving Multi-displacement System (MDS) technology with dual exhaust to maximize efficiency.

Jeep vehicles have a reputation to uphold in regard to off-road prowess, and the Grand Cherokee doesn't disappoint thanks to a Quadra-Lift suspension system that adds up to 4.5 inches of ride height. This nifty trick is accomplished by four-corner air springs that can also lower the truck to provide a cushioned, premium ride and better handling when the truck is on the pavement. Quadra-Lift operates automatically, or may be controlled manually via console controls.

Another aspect of this Jeep's off-road arsenal is the Selec-Terrain system, which allows the driver to configure the drivetrain and traction control system to best match the driving conditions (whether the vehicle is on or off the road).

The interior was revamped with better materials and overall aesthetics. An available CommandView dual-pane sun roof provides twice as much glass surface than a standard sun roof and extends from the windshield to the rear of the vehicle. The front panel can be opened rearward, providing additional light and fresh air to first-row passengers. The rear panel, which is fixed, allows light and open viewing for second-row passengers and comes standard with a power sun shade.

The vehicle's 114.8-inch wheelbase is 5.3 inches longer than the model it replaces and contributes to an overall vehicle length that is 1.8 inches longer than the prior model. The longer wheelbase creates more interior room and gives passengers an additional 4 inches of rear-seat knee and leg room. The vehicle also is also 3 inches wider. The front doors have larger openings -- by about two inches in height and width -- while the rear doors open wider-- 78 degrees versus 67 degrees -- for improved access to the interior.

Torsional stiffness is also up 146 percent compared with the previous Grand Cherokee, making the SUV stiffer than the BMW X5 and Toyota Highlander , according to Chrysler.

For added passenger comfort, rear seats recline 12 degrees. There's also a 12-degree forward angle to allow 24 degrees of variation. Cargo volume behind the second-row has increased by 6.8 cubic feet, to 36.3 cubic feet total. An available fold-flat front-passenger seat provides even more cargo storage room. An all-new power rear liftgate is available, controlled via the key fob.

Seventeen-inch wheels are standard and deliver off-road capability, while optional 18-inch and 20-inch wheels can be ordered.

The standard UConnect Guardian will automatically call emergency services in the event of an accident. Other features include remote door unlocking, roadside assistance, a stolen vehicle locator, and an emergency call feature. UConnect Web mobile internet will also be on offer.

Standard safety features include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with rough-road detection, and the four-wheel Brake Traction Control System (BTCS). Other safety features include full-length side-curtain air bags which extend protection to front and rear outboard passengers, seat-mounted side thorax air bags that enhance protection for the driver and front passenger and active head restraints which deploy in the event of a rear collision.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee also features SIRIUS Travel Link, offering up-to-the minute information about gas prices, weather conditions, sports scores and movie listings. In addition, Grand Cherokee features SIRIUS Traffic, which monitors traffic in 78 markets across the U.S.

Key Competitors
Rivals to the Grand Cherokee include the Toyota 4Runner , Nissan Murano , Ford Explorer and Honda Pilot .

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Near-Luxury
    • Weight: 4470 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 189.8 in.
    • Width: 76.5 in.
    • Height: 69.3 in.
    • Wheelbase: 114.8 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 8.6 in.
    • Front Track: 63.9 in.
    • Rear Track: 64.1 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 51/49
    • Drag Coefficient: 0.37
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 105.4 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 35.1 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 68.7 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: 54.6 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 40.3 in.
    • Head Room: 39.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 58.7 in.
    • Hip Room: 57.0 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: 50.8 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 38.6 in.
    • Head Room: 39.2 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 58.0 in.
    • Hip Room: 56.2 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 3.6L V6
    • Power: 290 hp @ 6400 rpm
    • Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
    • Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 23 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 17 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 17" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: P245/70R17
    • Rear: 17" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: P245/70R17
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    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload: TBD
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Laredo

      • 3.6L Pentastar V6 w/ 23mpg
      • Available Bluetooth Connectivity
      • Available Quadra-Trac I or II 4x4 systems+
      • 17-Inch Cast-Aluminum Wheels
      • Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
      • Automatic Headlamps
      • Fog Lamps
      • Media Center w/ 6.5-Inch Touchscreen, 40 GB Harddrive, CD/DVD/MP3/HDD and WMA/MP3 Jack
      • Available SiriusXM Satellite Radio Svc.
      • Front Passenger Fold-Flat Seat
      • Power Heated Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
      • Available Keyless Enter n Go
      • Available Power 8 way Driver Seat
      • Power Windows and Locks
      • Electronic Vehicle Information Center
      • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
      • Trailer Sway Control

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      Laredo X

      • Includes Everything on Laredo , Plus:
      • 18-Inch Painted-Aluminum Wheels
      • Available 5.7L Engine w/ MDS and VVT 360 Horsepower and 20 hwy mpg
      • Media Center w/ 6.5-Inch Touchscreen, 40 GB Harddrive, CD/DVD/MP3/HDD
      • 1 Year of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Svc.
      • Available Bluetooth® Connectivity
      • Garmin Navigation+
      • A/C with Dual-Zone Temperature Control
      • Driver/Front Passenger Seats w/ 8-Way Power Adjust and 4-Way Lumbar Adjust
      • Heated Front Seats
      • Remote Start System+
      • Tire Pressure Display
      • Premium Leather-Trimmed Seats
      • 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet
      • Nine Amplified Speakers w/ Subwoofer
      • 506-Watt Amplifier
      • ParkSense Rear Park Assist System+
      • ParkView Rear Back Up Camera+
      • HomeLink Control for Garage Door and More

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      Limited

      • Includes Everything on Laredo X, Plus:
      • 18-Inch Polished-Aluminum Wheels
      • Available Quadra-Trac II® 4x4 System+
      • Available Selec-Terrain™ System+ (4x4)
      • Bright Door Handles
      • Chrome Exterior Mirrors
      • Bi-Xenon Headlamps
      • Automatic Headlamp Leveling System
      • SmartBeam™ Intelligent Headlamps
      • Media Center w/ 6.5-In. Touchscreen
      • Garmin® Nav.+ and Sirius Travel Link™
      • Premium Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
      • Heated Second-Row Seats
      • Hill Descent Control
      • Command View™ Dual-Pane Sunroof
      • A/C w/ Dual-Zone Temperature Control
      • Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers
      • Available Cooled-Vented Front Seats
      • Available 20" Aluminum Wheels
      • Available Blind Spot Detection
      • Premium Door Trim Panel

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      Overland

      • Includes Everything on Limited, Plus:
      • 20-Inch Painted-Aluminum Wheels
      • Available Quadra-Lift™ Air Suspension+
      • Trailer Tow Group
      • Nappa Leather Seats w/ Edge Welting
      • Ventilated Front Seats
      • Leather Upper IP / Door Trim & Center Armrest
      • Leather-Wrapped Wood Steering Wheel
      • Power Tilt, Telescoping Steering Column
      • Power Liftgate
      • Heated Steering Wheel
      • Cargo Net
      • Available Selec-Terrain™ System+ (4x4)
      • Available Quadra-Trac II® 4x4 System+
      • Available Quadra-Drive II® 4x4 System
      • w/ Off-Road II Package
      • Available Rear DVD Entertainment
      • Available Blind Spot Detection
      • Leather Stitched Instrument Panel
      • Media Center w/ Nav & SiriusXM Traffic™+

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      Overland Summit

      • Includes Everything on Overland, Plus:
      • 20-Inch Bright Polished-Aluminum Wheels
      • Available Selec-Terrain™ System(4x4)
      • Adaptive Cruise Control+
      • Forward Collision Warning System
      • Blind Spot Monitoring and+
      • Rear Cross Path Detection
      • Available Rear DVD Entertainment
      • Bright Grille and Fog Lamp Bezels
      • Available Quadra-Drive II® 4x4 System
      • w/ rear Electronic Limited Slip Differential
      • Available Selec-Terrain System (4x4)

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      Trailer Tow Group

      • 7- and 4-Pin Wiring Harness
      • Class IV Receiver Hitch
      • Full-Size Spare Tire
      • Steel Spare Wheel

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      Security & Convenience Group

      • 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet
      • Cargo Compartment Cover
      • Remote Start System
      • Check state and local laws regarding use of remote start systems.
      • Security Alarm
      • Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth
      • Communicate virtually hands-free with an in-vehicle, voice-activated system that allows you to talk using your Bluetooth®-compatible phone.
      • USB Port for Mobile Devices
      • Rearview Auto-Dimming Mirror with Microphone
      • Universal Garage Door Opener

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      Chrome Edition Group by Mopar

      • Chrome Exterior Mirrors
      • Chrome Exhaust Tip by Mopar®
      • Chrome Tubular Side Steps by Mopar®
      • Front and Rear Door Entry Guards by Mopar®

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      Laredo E Group

      • Bright Side Roof Rails
      • Keyless Enter-N-Go™
      • Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust
      • Power 8-Way Driver's Seat
      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 1-Yr Radio Subscription
      • Hear what a great car sounds like. With over 130 channels, SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love. You get 100% commercial-free music from nearly every genre, artist-dedicated channels and live performances you can't hear anywhere else. Hear the best sports coverage with live play-by-play and expert talk including every NFL® game, every NASCAR® race, college sports and more. The biggest and most compelling names in talk with Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, laugh-out-loud comedy with Jamie Foxx's The Foxxhole and Blue Collar Comedy, world-class news, family programming, local traffic & weather every 4 minutes and much more. And now you can add "The Best of XM" to your SiriusXM subscription and get even more amazing programming with Oprah Radio™, NBA and NHL® games, the 24/7 NHL Home Ice® and MLB® Home Plate™ channels, the PGA TOUR® Network, college sports, Opie & Anthony and much more. Now more than ever, Everything Worth Listening to Is on SiriusXM. Your first year of SiriusXM radio service is included. For more information call 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474). SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. Prices and programming are provided by SiriusXM and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Terms & Conditions available at sirius.com. Other fees and taxes apply. "The Best of XM" not available on all radios. SiriusXM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States, D.C., and Puerto Rico, to those at least 18 years of age. Service available in Canada; see www.siriuscanada.ca.

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      Uconnect Voice Command w/ Bluetooth

      • Communicate virtually hands-free with an in-vehicle, voice-activated system that allows you to talk using your Bluetooth-compatible phone.
      • USB Port for Mobile Devices
      • Rearview Auto-Dimming Mirror with Microphone

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