Name the Next Jeep Grand Cherokee

Distinguishing it from the regular Grand Cherokee, the concept rides on black-gloss 20-inch aluminum wheels, has platinum-chrome front-end trim with a mesh grille, black headlamp bezels and a black liftgate light bar. In other words, Chrysler is going for a more menacing look with this version of Grand Cherokee. 

Got an idea? Visit www.jeep.com/namemyride to submit a name. The automaker will narrow the entries down to three and allow consumers to vote for their favorite. The winner will be announced in May.

Grand Cherokee is on a roll in the sales department. In the U.S., Jeep sold 127,744 units in 2011, up 51% compared with sales in 2010. Jeep Brand President and CEO Mike Manley expects this new Grand Cherokee trim to boost the model’s popularity. “Jeep enthusiasts have always appreciated limited-edition models and the ability to customize their vehicles,” he said in a press release.