First launched in 1992, the Grand Cherokee is highlighted as the most-awarded SUV over the years and the latest edition of the vehicle had made its global debut a year ago.
Jeep India is getting ready to launch its fifth-generation flagship SUV Grand Cherokee in November. The date for the 2022 Grand Cherokee’s debut in India has been officially confirmed by the automaker. On November 11, Jeep will unveil its flagship SUV. The Grand Cherokee will be imported to India as a completely-built unit (CBU) by the US-based SUV manufacturer, which also produces the Compass, Wrangler, and Meridian. Previously, the automaker teased the launch of the new Grand Cherokee in India, its fourth offering for the country.
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The new generation Grand Cherokee, now in its fifth generation, made its global market debut last year. Jeep equips the Grand Cherokee with a 5.7-liter V8 engine capable of producing 357 bhp of maximum power and 528 Nm of peak torque. Jeep also offers a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a maximum output of 375 bhp and a maximum torque of 637 Nm. Jeep’s third engine option for the Grand Cherokee is a 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine. It has a power output of 294 hp and a torque output of 348 Nm.
The design of the 2022 Grand Cherokee is largely similar to that of the previous generation model, with minor changes here and there. Sharper lines, an updated front grille with the seven-slot Jeep grille, sleeker LED headlight units, and updated LED tail light units are now standard.
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Jeep has also increased interior space in the latest Grand Cherokee. It has a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, separate seat-mounted entertainment screens for rear passengers, built-in 4G connectivity, a 19-speaker sound system, and all-leather upholstery for a premium feel.
Before it was discontinued, the previous generation Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs in India were priced between 75.15 lakh and 1.14 crore (ex-showroom). Expect the new Grand Cherokee to be slightly more expensive. Though it currently has no direct competitors in the Indian market, when it is released, it will compete with the Toyota Fortuner.
