Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 review: model appearance, interior, specifications, security systems, prices and equipment. At the end of the article - test drive the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017!
Contents of the review:
- Appearance
- Salon
- 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications
- Security systems
- 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost and configuration
Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the most popular and respected representatives of the off-road "brotherhood", whose history dates back to the first half of the 90s of the last century. Since then, 4 generations of the model have seen the light, the last of which was presented to the world public in the summer of 2010.
A few years later, the company demonstrated a restyled version of the "Big Indian", which received a more aesthetic exterior, improved interior and a number of technical improvements that had a positive effect on the economy and dynamic characteristics of the SUV.
Note that since the release of the first Grand Cherokee, each subsequent generation of the model has become more "luxurious" and, for the sake of modern fashion, more "civilized". The latest SUV update presented shows buyers an American take on what a modern premium SUV should be like. Therefore, let's start our review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017, in which we will try to reveal all the main innovations and characteristics of the car, which is the best-selling Jeep in the world.
The appearance of the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017
The first thing that catches your eye when looking at the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 is that the brutal and truly masculine exterior of the SUV has been replaced by a more versatile design that suits both the male and female half of potential buyers equally. Of course, from a business point of view, such a decision looks justified, but it puts an end to the classic jeep design that has made the car so popular all these years.
The front of the car received new LED optics, a more fashionable false radiator grille and a modified front bumper, which has a huge air intake and neat foglights.
The profile of the SUV has retained the proportions of its predecessor, and its main elements are large, almost rectangular wheel arches, huge wheels and large embossings of the side doors, which add aggression to the external appearance (at least when viewed from the side).
The rear of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 got a new fifth door, a revised rear bumper and completely new side lights with LED elements. Special attention should be paid to a pair of exhaust pipes and a rather large spoiler located in the upper part of the tailgate.
The only thing that raises questions is a small tuft, which replaced the classic antenna.
The external dimensions of the restyled "Indian" remained the same, namely:
- Length - 4.828 m;
- Width - 1.943 m;
- Height - 1.802 m;
- Wheelbase length - 2.915 m.
The car's ground clearance is 218 mm, which allows you to confidently move not only in the city, but also far beyond its borders. But off-road, the situation is aggravated by a new front fairing, which significantly reduced the geometric cross-country ability of the SUV.
Potential buyers were given the opportunity to choose one of eleven body colors and several types of R18-20 rims.
Interior Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017
In comparison with the exterior, the interior design of the car has received more significant changes, which the predecessor lacked so much. First of all, we are talking about finishing materials, which have significantly increased in quality and deserve the right to be called "premium". Secondly, the front dashboard has become more ergonomic and has acquired an advanced multimedia and entertainment complex, depending on the version, with a 5 or 8.4-inch screen.
The driver's seat received a new multifunctional steering wheel that allows you to control almost all systems of the car, as well as a fully digital instrument panel, represented by a 7 "screen. The gear knob has also undergone changes, which received not only a new, more futuristic design, but also an additional button for controlling the operating modes of the "box".
The front seats provide maximum comfort and have a wide range of adjustments that guarantee an excellent fit for a person of any size and height. Between the front seats there is a large armrest, inside of which there is a niche for various little things.
The rear seats can easily accommodate three riders, and none of them will be constrained by the amount of free space.
It is noteworthy that the presence of a spacious cabin did not affect the luggage compartment, which is one of the largest in the class.
Trunk volume in the standard position is 782 liters, and with folded second row seats - 1554 liters.
As befits a premium car, the Grand Cherokee offers customers ample opportunity to personalize the interior, and this applies not only to colors, but also to the type of finishing materials.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 - specifications
Despite the fact that the line of power units of the new "Grand Cherokee" was borrowed from its predecessor, Jeep engineers have subjected them to significant modifications, which positively affected their "appetite":
- 3-liter gasoline engine with 6 "pots" and a capacity of 238 "horses" (295 Nm of thrust). Such a motor works with the only 8-speed automatic transmission, which has received an adaptive electronic control system and the Autostick function.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 requires 9.8 seconds, and the maximum possible speed is 200 km / h. At the same time, in a mixed driving mode, the car consumes about 10.2 liters for every 100 km of the track. - 3.6-liter 286-horsepower petrol unit that accelerates the SUV to more than 210 km / h and consumes about 10.4 l / 100 km in combined mode. Acceleration to hundreds with such an engine, as shown by the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 test drive, takes 8.3 seconds.
- top-end 6.4-liter monster, generating an impressive 468 "horses" and 624 Nm of torque. The fuel consumption of such an engine, despite its impressive power and volume, is a relatively modest 14 l / 100 km. The dynamic characteristics of the motor are presented: acceleration to a hundred in 5 seconds and maximum speed - at the level of 252 km / h.
Separately, we highlight the presence of a 3-liter diesel V6, developing 243 hp. and consuming about 7 liters for every 100 km of track.
Regardless of the type and size of the engine, the car is aggregated with the only available 8-band automatic transmission, and also has support for the proprietary "Eco" mode, which allows more economical fuel consumption. Moreover, the car is equipped with the Selec-Terrain system, which allows you to adjust the behavior of the car to the type of surface under the wheels.
The SUV chassis has not received any major changes and still provides the best compromise between off-road capability, comfort and handling. The steering is represented by an electro-hydraulic booster, and the braking system is represented by disc brakes and numerous electronic assistants.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety
The manufacturer did not stint, equipping the Grand Cherokee with a large number of active and passive safety systems, most of which are already available in basic equipment. Among them:
- Bi-Xenon headlights and LED running lights;
- Reverse / Forward Parking Assistant;
- Tire pressure monitoring system;
- Rain sensor;
- Rear view camera;
- Selec-Trac technology;
- Side curtains, front and rear airbags, and knee airbags;
- Fastening of child seats LATCH;
- Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control systems;
- Traction control system;
- Anti-lock braking system, as well as stabilization and anti-rollover systems;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Tracking systems for blind spots, lane change and frontal collision warning;
- Emergency slowdown assistant;
- Three-point belts and more.
In addition to a wide range of safety systems, the manufacturer has equipped the car with a more durable body made of high-strength steel grades, as well as special zones of "programmed" deformation, the task of which is to reduce the force of impact in side and frontal collisions.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 - configurations and prices
In the global and domestic markets, the jeep is presented in 3 trim levels (LAREDO, LIMITED, OVERLAND), as well as a special charged version of the SRT, while the minimum price of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 is 2.85 million rubles. (48.3 thousand dollars).
The SUV offers the following equipment as standard:
- R18 aluminum wheels;
- 8-level automatic transmission;
- Bi-xenon headlights and LED running lights;
- Tire pressure monitoring system;
- Rain sensor;
- Parking assistant;
- The driver's seat with 8, and the front passenger seat - with 6 electric adjustments;
- Keyless access;
- Automatic on / off headlights;
- Full power accessories;
- Multimedia complex with 5 "screen;
- ABS and ESP systems
- Side curtains, front and rear airbags, and knee airbags;
- Climate control.
More expensive configurations LIMITED and OVERLAND will cost the buyer at least 3.215 million (54.5 thousand dollars) and 3.745 million (63.5 thousand dollars), respectively, and the list of equipment is supplemented:
- Leather upholstery;
- Heated steering wheel;
- Heated seats;
- Remote engine start system;
- Electric luggage rack;
- Back view camera;
- Pneumatic suspension;
- First row ventilated seats;
- Dashboard covered with leather;
- Panoramic roof;
- Alloy wheels R20;
- An advanced multimedia system with an 8.4 ”display.
The SRT special trim starts at $ 5.2 million ($ 88.13 thousand).
Conclusion
The modern Grand Cherokee is a striking representative of the premium SUV segment, offering its customers rich equipment, a spacious and comfortable interior, a wide range of modern security and driver assistance systems and branded "jeep" off-road capabilities that have made the model so popular all over the world.
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