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The Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV looks muscular and strapping and can conquer any trail due to its unerring off-roading capabilities. The redesigned front grille and handcrafted leather seats with the rear parking sensors and lane departure warning system make this Jeep an attractive package.
Starting at a base price of $30,395, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has earned its reputation as an off-road cruiser and is acutely backed by its ability to do so. It is capable of undertaking ventures. Its flexibility is showcased by its gigantic interiors having the capacity to comfortably accommodate 5 people and the mature exterior design just adds to the masculinity of this rugged SUV without dulling its looks.
With the 2017 iteration, the changes to the Grand Cherokee are rather evident and add practicality to the lineup. The standard provision of a rearview camera and rear parking aids for easy daily drivability, redesigned front grille. new off-road focussed Trailhawk trim, and some trim-wise updates ensure that the Grand Cherokee is the best bet in the segment. It competes head-on with the likes of the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, the Ford Edge, and the Nissan Murano.Â
We suggest that the mid-level Altitude trim of the Grand Cherokee is the perfect balance with the addition of 20-inch black wheels, leather suede seats, and a distinctive front-grille design. Furthermore, the large 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard along with other notable features such as a heated steering wheel and front seats, a power liftgate, and Uconnect accesses onboard Wi-Fi.
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV looks muscular and strapping and can conquer any trail due to its unerring off-roading capabilities. The redesigned front grille and handcrafted leather seats with the rear parking sensors and lane departure warning system make this Jeep an attractive package.
Starting at a base price of $30,395, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has earned its reputation as an off-road cruiser and is acutely backed by its ability to do so. It is capable of undertaking ventures. Its flexibility is showcased by its gigantic interiors having the capacity to comfortably accommodate 5 people and the mature exterior design just adds to the masculinity of this rugged SUV without dulling its looks.
With the 2017 iteration, the changes to the Grand Cherokee are rather evident and add practicality to the lineup. The standard provision of a rearview camera and rear parking aids for easy daily drivability, redesigned front grille. new off-road focussed Trailhawk trim, and some trim-wise updates ensure that the Grand Cherokee is the best bet in the segment. It competes head-on with the likes of the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, the Ford Edge, and the Nissan Murano.Â
Jeep is known to be generous when it comes to standard features- Carbuzz
The gigantic Jeep Grand Cherokee is offered in six different trims namely Laredo, Altitude, Limited, Trailhawk, Overland, and Summit. Categorized as per configuration, the Grand Cherokee is available both as an RWD and a 4WD version. It falls in a price range that extends from $30,395 for its base variant to $53,495 for its top-rack trim.
A destination charge of $1,095 is added separately. The Trailhawk trim is a newly-added trim this year and is an off-road focussed model. This model adds a Quad-Lift air suspension, Quad-Trac II active 4WD system, and red tow hooks that completely distinguished itself from other models. This Jeep is also available with an array of optional features.
Trims |
Laredo |
Altitude |
Limited |
Trailhawk |
Overland |
Summit |
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MSRP (4X2) |
$30,395 |
$36,395 |
$37,995 |
N/A |
$44,795 |
$50,495 |
MSRP (4X4) |
$32,695 |
$38,695 |
$39,995 |
$43,095 |
$47,795 |
$53,495 |
Key Features |
Dual-zone automatic climate control |
Adds/Upgrades to Laredo trim |
Adds/Upgrades to Altitude trim | Adds/Upgrades to Limited trim | Adds/Upgrades to Limited trim | Adds/Upgrades to Summit trim |
|
17-inch alloy wheels |
Gloss Black Accents on Badging, Lower Front Fascia Appliqué, Grille and Fog Lamp Bezels |
18-Inch Polished Aluminum Wheels with Technical Gray Painted Pockets |
Quadra-Lift air suspension |
Command View Dual-Pane Sunroof |
All-New Interior Metal Package |
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5-inch touchscreen |
Heated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel and Heated Front Seats |
Heated Leather-Trimmed Seats |
Quadra Trac II active 4WD system |
Nine-Speaker Alpine Audio System with Active Noise Cancellation |
High-Performance Audio System Featuring 19 Speakers with Active Noise |
|
6-speaker stereo |
Power Liftgate |
New Uconnect 4 with 5-Inch Touchscreen |
Heated 2nd-row seats |
HID Headlights |
Adaptive Cruise Control |
20-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels | Leather/suede seats | 20-inch aluminum wheels | ||||
Red tow hooks | ||||||
18-inch polished aluminum wheels |
We suggest that the mid-level Altitude trim of the Grand Cherokee is the perfect balance with the addition of 20-inch black wheels, leather suede seats, and a distinctive front-grille design. Furthermore, the large 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard along with other notable features such as heated steering wheel and front seats, a power liftgate, and Uconnect accesses onboard Wi-Fi.
Owners who end up with a middle-grade Grand Cherokee are likely to be happy with its driving dynamics- Autoblog
All trims of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee feature a 3.6L V6 engine which can churn out 295 hp and 260 lb-ft. of torque. There is also a 5.7L V8 that puts out 360 hp and 390 lb-ft. of torque. As standard, all trims get married to an 8-speed automatic transmission and are available both with RWD and 4WD options.
As soon as you get your hands on the SUV, you experience a weighty steering wheel that feels good to hold but does feel detached in its abilities. Despite this, the Grand Cherokee does perform splendidly while off-roading. Its ride quality is not the best in the segment but it handles pretty well.
In spite of a brawny engine, the Grand Cherokee fails to put out an impressive acceleration due to heavy curb weight. From a standstill, it reaches the 60 MPH mark in 7.6 seconds while the quarter-,ile test is finished in 15.9 seconds. The brakes work perfectly and the SUV takes 125 feet to stop.
Models |
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
2017 Nissan Murano | 2017 Ford Edge | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport |
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MSRP |
$30,395 |
$29,740 |
$28,950 |
$31,700 |
Engine |
3.6L V6 |
3.5L V6 | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 |
Drivetrain |
RWD |
FWD |
FWD |
FWD |
Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
CVT |
8-Speed Automatic |
8-Speed Automatic |
Power |
295 hp @ 6,400 RPM |
260 hp @ 6,000 RPM |
245 hp @ 5,500 RPM |
240 hp @ 6,000 RPM |
Torque |
260 lb-ft. @ 4,000 RPM |
240 lb-ft. @ 4,400 RPM |
275 lb-ft. @ 3,000 RPM |
260 lb-ft. @ 1,450 RPM |
0-60 MPH |
7.6 sec |
7.3 sec |
6.8 sec |
7.3 sec |
Quarter Mile |
15.9 sec |
15.7 sec |
15.3 sec |
15.5 sec |
Top Speed | 140 MPH | 120 MPH | 135 MPH | 130 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 7,200 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
The Grand Cherokee stands out with its unmatching towing capacity. The Ford Edge also stands out but with regards to performance thanks to its punchy engine. Meanwhile, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and the Nissan Murano are equally competitive. The Murano is a good choice for those who do frequent towing.
With a high curb weight and two old-school engines, the Grand Cherokee never delivered stellar gas mileage figures- Carbuzz
In the contest to be the most fuel-efficient car in the segment, each player in the market offers stiff competition and it is difficult to announce a certain winner in the category. The Jeep Grand Cherokee manages to average 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Combined, its efficiency is rated at 21 MPG.
The optional V8 is rated at 14 MPG in the city, 22 MPG on a highway, and 17 MPG combined. It also features the largest fuel tank in the segment that has a total capacity of 24.6 gallons. Consequently, it covers 467 and 640 miles in the city and on the highway respectively, which is really good for a tourer.
Models |
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
2017 Nissan Murano | 2017 Ford Edge | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport |
---|---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) |
19 |
21 | 21 | 20 |
MPG (Highway) |
26 |
28 |
29 |
28 |
MPG (Combined) |
21 |
24 | 24 | 23 |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gallons) |
24.6 |
19.0 |
19.2 |
17.4 |
Range (City/Highway/Combined; Miles) |
467/640/517 |
399/532/456 | 403/557/461 | 348/487/400 |
Among its rivals, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is the most efficient player but it delivers the least range owing to its small tank. The Nissan Murano and the Ford Edge stand head-to-head in this section while the Grand Cherokee is the least efficient, probably in this segment.
Build quality is top-notch in the Grand Cherokee- Edmunds
The cabin of the Jeep Grand Cherokee is absolute bliss. An electro-chromatic rear-view mirror with dual illuminating vanity mirrors and an 8-way adjustable seat and multi-level heating make the ride an absolute delight. The front seats of the Grand Cherokee SUV are overstuffed with padding and sufficiently wide yet it doesn't lose its firmness.Â
There are easily accessible levers for the reclining rear seatbacks. The middle seat in the rear is good but enough for an adult. There is generous headroom for the front passengers in spite of the high seating position. Even the rear passengers have enough space. The dashboard has a refined and sophisticated design and puts all necessary knobs and control switches in the driver's vicinity.
Models |
2017Â Jeep Grand Cherokee |
2017 Nissan Murano | 2017 Ford Edge | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport |
---|---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 | 5 | 5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.9/58.7/40.3 |
39.9/59.5/40.5 | 40.2/60.3/42.6 | 39.5/59.4/41.3 |
Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.2/58.0/38.6 |
39.8/58.8/38.7 | 40.3/60.5/40.6 | 39.1/58.3/39.4 |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.) |
36.3 |
32.1 | 39.2 | 35.4 |
Being a utility vehicle, it is expected to be very practical and useful with the availability of sufficient cargo space and the Grand Cherokee SUV succeeds in this aspect perfectly. You are greeted with 36.3 cu-ft. of trunk volume. Fold the rear seats and you get 68.3 cu-ft., which is a bit less compared to its rivals. The infotainment system of the Grand Cherokee SUV showcases the ease of use.Â
The availability of the rear seat dual-screen entertainment is just amazing. The 5-inch touchscreen display is standard and there is also an 8.4-inch touchscreen available. It features Uconnect Access which provides Wi-Fi in the car. However, the absence of standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto may irk some potential buyers. Some of the notable interior features include:
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV has a familiar look that has worn well- Kelly Blue Book
Featuring 9 trims with different exterior designs, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee matches the taste of every SUV lover. The large exterior dimensions aren't a hindrance driving the Grand Cherokee through tight spaces, thanks to the good outside visibility and high seating position. It is easy to place the far corners of the SUV and doesn't overwhelm you at all.
The Grand Cherokee stands at a total length of 189.8 inches. It is 76.5 inches wide and 69.3 inches tall. It supports a total ground clearance of 8.6 inches and a total wheelbase of 114.8 inches. The new redesigned grille looks and feels domineering while in its design, it still carries a familiar design that still feels modern and up-to-date.
Models |
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
2017 Nissan Murano | 2017 Ford Edge | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport |
---|---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
4,513 |
3,768 |
3,958 | 3,920 |
Length (in) |
189.8 | 192.8 | 188.1 | 185.0 |
Width (in) |
76.5 | 75.4 |
75.9 |
74.0 |
Height (in) |
69.3 |
67.8 | 68.6 | 66.5 |
Ground Clearance (in) |
8.6 | 6.9 | 8.0 | 7.2 |
Wheelbase (in) |
114.8 |
111.2 |
112.2 |
106.3 |
The Nissan Murano is the lightest SUV here and at 192.8 inches, it is also the longest vehicle. The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has a short wheelbase for quick acceleration. The Ford Edge's 8-inch ground clearance is good enough to take it for mild off-roading. Some other exterior features include:
Unfortunately, the only active safety feature that comes standard is blind-spot monitoring- CarAndDriver
NHTSA rated the 4WD variant of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee a perfect 5 stars while the RWD variant received 4 stars. On the other hand, IIHS didn't treat the SUV nicely as it gave 'Marginal' and 'Poor' ratings for the driver and passenger's side test while other crash tests got 'Good' ratings.
The Grand Cherokee comes with a comprehensive list of active and passive safety features constituting the additional protection layers in the car. However, it lacks enough standard driver assistance features. The Active Safety Group adds all the optional safety features. These features include:
The Nissan Murano is not as athletic and engaging to drive as the Grand Cherokee but it certainly offers a comfortable ride. The cabin sports very comfortable seats and intuitive tech features. Like the Grand Cherokee, it lacks standard safety features and has below-average cargo space.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2017 Ford Edge
The Ford Edge is a good rival to the Grand Cherokee due to its agile handling and athletic performance. It also boasts good fuel economy and a large cargo hold but its interior quality cannot match the Grand Cherokee. Moreover, standard driver aids are limited in the Edge like the Grand Cherokee
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport offers a lot for a lesser price. It touts a roomy interior and plenty of standard features. On top of that, its cargo capacity is also better. Both the engines are potent and fuel-efficient. Safety-wise, the Santa Fe Sport offers more driver-assist features than the Grand Cherokee.
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is strong, performing as a utility vehicle with excellent handling and practicality. It is a favorite midsize SUV for rough terrains and has the capacity of reaching the mountaintop without dropping a sigh. It might lack in some aspects more than its rivals but with the price tag that comes along with it, it is a pretty good deal for an SUV and it's a go-go recommendation from us.