As of Apthe SRT Hellcat supercharged V8 was announced for the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. AMP also produces electric vehicle versions of a step van and the Mercedes-Benz ML. Slated to be available in early 2013, the AMP Grand Cherokee will have a starting price of around $50,000.00. In mid-2012, electric vehicle manufacturer Amp Electric Vehicles, announced that it would be producing an electric vehicle version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, offering a great electric range and the same features of the Grand Cherokee.
Also, the WK program code remains.Ī 3.0 L turbocharged diesel V6 developed and built by Fiat Powertrain Technologies and VM Motori (with Multijet II injection ) rated at 177 kW (241 PS 237 hp) and 550 N⋅m (406 lbf⋅ft) of torque is offered in export markets by mid-2011 (2014–2019, US only) The new 3.0 L CRD turbodiesel engine is offered in European markets in a 140 kW (190 PS 188 hp) low-power version. The 5.7 L Hemi engine was retained as the V8 option, although no Hemi badging is used on the exterior of the vehicle. The 3.6 L Pentastar V6 replaces the 3.7 L and 4.7 L PowerTech engines. Trailer tow is rated 7,400 lb (3,400 kg) for Hemi models and 5,000 lb (2,300 kg) for Pentastar models. The Hemi V8 retains the Multiple Displacement System (MDS) that shuts down four cylinders in low-power driving situations, and the V8 remains coupled with the multi-speed automatic transmission which includes Electronic Range Selection (ERS) to manually limit the high gear operating range. Lift modes include Park (Entry/Exit), Aero, Normal Ride Height, Off-Road 1, and Off-Road 2.Įngine choices include the all new 3.6 L Pentastar V6 and 5.7 L Hemi V8. Optional Quadra-Lift height adjustable air suspension can raise the vehicle's ground clearance up to 11.1 in (282 mm).
Using Selec-Terrain, the driver can select modes for Auto, Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud, and Rock. The Grand Cherokee (with the 2011 Durango) WK2 platform uses a derivative related to Mercedes-Benz's W166 series.įour wheel drive systems include Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II, and Quadra-Drive II. Unlike previous models, the new WK2 features four-wheel independent suspension for better on-road handling. Like the previous generations, the chassis is a steel unibody. This improves durability and reduces noise, vibration, and harshness. This results in a 146% increase in torsional rigidity compared to the previous design.
The body design is all new and has undergone testing for aerodynamic efficiency while improving ruggedness with more than 5,400 welds in the body alone. The 2011 Grand Cherokee has won 30 awards for off-road capability, luxury, value, best-in-class, and safety, making it the most awarded SUV ever. The fourth-generation Grand Cherokee retains its classic Jeep styling combined with a modern and sleek body style.
It was unveiled at the 2009 New York Auto Show. The fourth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2) is a mid-size SUV introduced in Spring 2010 for the 2011 model year by Jeep.