What Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The five-seat Jeep Grand Cherokee has a reputation for combining comfort with true all-terrain prowess. The Jeep image alone is a draw, but the Grand Cherokee manages to back up the off-road bravado — especially in Trailhawk form.Â
If you want something for everyday commuting, the standard 293-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine is perfectly up to the task. If you want more power, the Grand Cherokee offers an optional 360-hp, 5.7-liter V-8.Â
For anyone who wants muscle-car performance in an SUV, there are 475-hp SRT and 707-hp Trackhawk models available. They deliver not just loads of driving thrills, but also a hefty price premium over the rest of the lineup. All engines work with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Grand Cherokee competitors include the Toyota 4Runner, Ford Edge and Hyundai Santa Fe.Â
What’s New on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
A new 80th Anniversary Edition that’s based on the Limited trim level gets leather seats, 18-inch wheels with a granite-crystal finish, park assist, special trim and badging and additional active safety features including automatic emergency braking.Â
What Features in the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- Heated side mirrors
- 18-inch aluminum wheels
- Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- Cloth upholstery
- 60/40-split rear seat
- 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
Available features include:
- Selec-Terrain traction management system
- Four-corner adjustable air suspension
- Choice of four four-wheel-drive systems
- Power liftgate
- Panoramic moonroof
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Heated front and rear seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Alpine or Harman Kardon premium stereo
- 8.4-inch touchscreen with navigation
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane-keeping assist
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Vs. 2021 Ford Edge: How Do They Compare?
The Ford Edge doesn’t have the performance and off-road credentials of the Grand Cherokee, but it’s a comfortable and capable two-row SUV that offers multimedia technology that’s vastly better than some of Ford’s previous efforts. Jeep’s Uconnect multimedia system, however, remains the usability benchmark. The Grand Cherokee has a wider range of trims than the Edge and can be configured for specific needs, whether you’re heading off-road or to the track.Â
Should I Buy the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Jeep’s rugged Grand Cherokee has been a favorite for years, appreciated for its off- and on-road capability, attractive styling and practicality. All in all, the Grand Cherokee can be different things to different shoppers thanks to a breadth of powertrains and trims.
