The V-8 is a smooth, potent engine that generates neck-snapping passing power. Quadra-Trac is a permanently engaged system that distributes power among the wheels as needed for traction. Selec-Trac is a full-time system that can be left in 4WD on dry pavement or turned off.
This year, a 230-hp 4.7-liter V-8 is optional and comes with a five-speed automatic transmission instead of the four-speed.īoth engines are available with two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, and there is a choice of 4WD systems. Cargo volume is 72 cubic feet with the rear seat folded.Ī 195-horsepower 4.0-liter V-6 is the base engine and comes with a four-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the Cherokee, whose spare tire is in the cargo bay, the Grand Cherokees spare is underneath the rear cargo floor. The rear liftgate has a window that swings up separately.īoth the Laredo and Limited models seat five, but the ritzier Limited comes with standard leather upholstery (an option on the Laredo). At 181 inches bumper to bumper, it is 14 inches longer than the Cherokee and 9 inches shorter than the Ford Explorer. Grand Cherokee comes in classic four-door SUV styling highlighted by a bold, upright grille that is a Jeep trademark. Grand Cherokee, which is larger and more expensive than the Cherokee, was redesigned for the 1999 model year.Īs Jeeps highest-volume SUV, it competes with the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Blazer, Toyota 4Runner and other midsize rivals, as well as luxury models such as the Infiniti QX4 and Lexus RX 300. Jeeps top-shelf model adds a five-speed automatic transmission for its V-8 engine but sees no major changes this year.
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