Jeep Grand Cherokee gets minor touchup for 2008

RUU-CHAMA · April 3rd, 2007, 02:40 PM

http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...grand_cherokee

http://images.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2007/112_news070401_03z+2008_jeep_grand_cherokee+right_front_view.jpg

http://images.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2007/112_news070401_04z+2008_jeep_grand_cherokee+left_rear_view.jpg

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Blind_Io · April 3rd, 2007, 04:16 PM

I've never been a big fan of the Grand Cherokee, and this is no exception.

superchevy · April 3rd, 2007, 07:15 PM

my all-time favorite suv.

RUU-CHAMA · April 3rd, 2007, 07:36 PM

Except for the mileage thing this suv rocks. You get near land rover capability for a lot less.

Indiana Jones · April 3rd, 2007, 09:22 PM

Hasn't changed much since 2000 in my opinion. Still though, it was good then and it is a good SUV now.

No Boss · April 3rd, 2007, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Blind_Io

I've never been a big fan of the Grand Cherokee, and this is no exception.

RUU-CHAMA · April 3rd, 2007, 11:07 PM

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I've never been a big fan of the Grand Cherokee, and this is no exception.

It's no Excursion though.

Dins · April 3rd, 2007, 11:48 PM

meh, nobody will really notice any of the changes. except for the 4.7 engine.

JipJopJones · April 4th, 2007, 02:05 AM

I like it, I've always liked the GC and this one is cool, the ground clearence looks a little higher as well, mabey it's just me though.... JEEP FOR LIFE!!!!!

bartboy9891 · April 4th, 2007, 02:16 AM

It gained a lot of weight from the previous generation and you can really feel it. Still, if you want a "all in one" SUV for a good price, this is a good choice.

Narcolepsy · April 4th, 2007, 02:46 AM

What changes? There are changes?

jetsetter · April 4th, 2007, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Narcolepsy

What changes? There are changes?

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The Chrysler Group is kicking off its presence at the 2007 New York Auto Show by unveiling the new 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee a little early. The new GC features a revised exterior that's difficult to detect at first glance. We'll hit the high points for you. First off, the front end features a grille that dips down a bit lower, and the bottom of the headlights have been rounded off to enhance their Jeepishness. One can also order a set of HID auto-leveling headlamps. The fog lamps have also been lowered to improve their effectiveness. Hardcore off-roaders will be pleased to know, however, that the new fascia is compised of two-pieces, the lower of which can be removed when trail-rating your new Grand Cherokee. The taillights out back are also revised.

Underhood the new GC now features no less than five engine options, one of which is an all-new 4.7L V8 that slots in below the 5.7L HEMI V8. The new 4.7L V8 produces 291 horsepower and 322 ft-lbs. of torque. That's more power and torque than the old 4.7L V8, plus it's more fuel efficient (though Jeep doesn't indicate by how much) and flex-fuel capable. Also available is the 3.0L common-rail Diesel V6, 3.7L V6, 5.7L HEMI V8 and 6.1L HEMI V8 in the SRT-8 model.

The Grand Cherokee's interior also gets the once over, though unfortunately Jeep hasn't provided any pics showing the inside of the SUV yet. We can tell you, however, that both the MyGIG entertainment system with a 20 GB hard drive and the new SIRIUS Back Seat TV are both available on the new 2008 model.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/04/01/n...okee-revealed/

eMKay · April 7th, 2007, 02:34 PM

I might buy the CRD version, but only if the interior is improved. The interior in the last generation was fine, but the new one just went totally cheap, with hard plastic everywhere. The older one was much better.

Dsemaj · April 7th, 2007, 02:43 PM

Is it the colour? images/smilies/blink.gif

jakifirbec · April 7th, 2007, 03:28 PM

might be good, don't know.
The back doesn't seem so different, but the front is fugly. Looks like its being constipated.

jayhawk · April 7th, 2007, 04:51 PM

To the Americans, ever notice it is always a GC that is riding your ass or weaving in traffic? Worse than Bimmer drivers...

Otherwise, I just wish these SUV's would die, die, die. I hate them, I hate the way people drive them, I hate trying to make a right turn and not being able to see traffic because of them...

Wizegui · April 7th, 2007, 06:52 PM

I still think the one on the WJ platform was much better looking. The new one looks too bland.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c7/Jeep_Grand_Cherokee_WJ_34h.jpg

Well...not with those rims but stilll, it was a pretty capable Jeep.

superchevy · April 7th, 2007, 09:45 PM

i agree. that's my favorite grand cherokee styling.

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Hardcore off-roaders will be pleased to know, however, that the new fascia is compised of two-pieces, the lower of which can be removed when trail-rating your new Grand Cherokee

atleast jeep is still in tune with their customers. images/smilies/smile.gif

RUU-CHAMA · April 7th, 2007, 11:00 PM

There is coming a day when the majority of suv's will be crossovers or small Rav4 type suv's that run on clean diesel engines. On that day, if I hear anyone rant and rave about their size and gas guzzling I will images/smilies/wallbash.gif

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ethirtysex · April 13th, 2007, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Wizegui

I still think the one on the WJ platform was much better looking. The new one looks too bland.

Well...not with those rims but stilll, it was a pretty capable Jeep.

That was an excellent car for the money. This new one is just too ugly for me to get excited.

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