Three-row Jeep Grand Cherokee found testing, key design details revealed
What's the story
Jeep is likely to reveal its Grand Cherokee SUV next year as a 2022 model. In the latest development, a camouflaged test mule of the 3-row version of the upcoming car has been found testing, revealing its key design aspects. As per the pictures, it will come with a 7-slat grille, sleek and sharp-looking headlamps, and refreshed bumpers, among other details. Here's our roundup.
Exteriors
Jeep Grand Cherokee: At a glance
Jeep Grand Cherokee will be based on the new Alfa Romeo Giorgio platform's stretched version and shall draw styling cues from Grand Wagoneer, featuring a 7-slat grille with mesh-pattern, sleek headlights, and a muscular bonnet. The car will be flanked by B-pillars, ORVMs, and designer alloy wheels. Sleek split taillamps and a new bumper housing dual exhaust pipes will be there on the rear.
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Power and performance
Jeep Grand Cherokee should get two engine choices: a 3.6-liter V6 engine and a 3.0-liter inline-six mill with a mild-hybrid system. The latter could also be equipped with an adjustable air suspension and a four-wheel-drive system. The power figures of both the motors are unknown.
Interiors
A peek inside the cabin
Jeep Grand Cherokee will have a spacious 5/7-seater cabin made of premium materials, featuring rotary shift knobs, auto climate control, and a power steering wheel. The SUV will pack a digital driver's display and a touchscreen infotainment console with support for the latest connectivity facilities. Multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, and a rear-view camera should also be there to ensure the passengers' safety.
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Pricing and availability
The pricing and availability details of the new-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV will be revealed at the time of launch in 2021. Once unveiled, it will take on rivals such as Toyota Highlander and Ford Explorer.