2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV is going to launch on November 11 in India. Here we tell you the top 5 highlights of this upcoming premium SUV.
- India launch scheduled on November 11
- The expected launch price is around Rs 80 lakh
- Will get a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
Jeep India is readying for an all-new launch. On November 11, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV is going to debut in India. The updated premium SUV brings a lot of changes along with it. Here, we tell you the top 5 things to expect from the upcoming Grand Cherokee.
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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee New Design
Firstly, it gets a new fresh design theme. The front now gets the Jeep Meridian lookalike styling cues. The front grille is designed with a 7-slot layout as seen on the other models. Additionally, the LED projector headlights are now slimmer. The LED DRLs are also redesigned along with the new headlights. The side profile now gets a floating-roof design pattern. Additionally, the rear end now embeds a new LED taillight design. Overall the design of the new Cherokee is enticing and more premium than the outgoing model.
More Features
The new Grand Cherokee is now more feature loaded. It gets a revised interior design along with the latest tech & features. A new 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with McIntosh sound system, a digital instrument cluster, & connected driver-assist tech like blind spot monitoring, ADAS, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, etc., are fitted. However, the new leather package and the redesigned dashboard layout look classy. Additionally, the connected tech has made the new Cherokee safer than ever. Even the co-passenger gets an individual dedicated touchscreen.
Powerful Engine
Speaking of the engine, it now gets only one powertrain. A 2.0-lt, turbo-petrol engine is featured on the new model. Additionally, it also gets an 8-speed automatic transmission. However, the power figures of it are still unknown. Meanwhile, it also gets off-road multiple drive modes and MLD options in the typical Jeep manner. The selectable terrain modes include - Auto, Sport, Mud/Sand, & Snow.
Local Production
The most important highlight of the upcoming Cherokee is that it is going to be locally assembled. Hence, a lot of parts will be sourced from local vendors. Additionally, the new Cherokee will also get a revised price tag because of this. The local production will also help future owners to have easy & fast access to spare parts. The production of the new Cherokee will take place at FCA's Maharashtra-based production facility.
Affordable Price
And last but not the least, affordable pricing comes along with local production. The new Jeep Grand Cherokee is expected to be offered in two variants. The pricing of it is also expected to remain around Rs 80-85 lakh ex-showroom. It is a huge cut over the previous pricing of the SUV. All thanks to the FCA's local production decision of it.
Verdict
Butch looks, boxy design with the latest styling cues, & Jeep's brand tag shall revive the Cherokee again in India. The main key factor is going to be its aggressive pricing of it. Meanwhile, the rivals like the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, & Audi Q5 offer similar or even more premium value for money. However, Jeep promises to deliver authentic SUV performance with ruggedness. All of these claims by Jeep will be soon tested by us when the new Grand Cherokee debuts on November 11 in India.
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