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Jeep – 80 years young

Initially introduced in 1992, the Cherokee set a benchmark in the SUV market, and now it offers even more.

The fifth-generation Jeep Cherokee brings forth a new interior, exterior, and advanced technologies.

“Jeep Grand Cherokee is our global flagship and will lead the brand into a new era of premium refinement, innovative technology, advanced 4×4 capability, and electrification,” said Christian Meunier, Jeep’s brand chief executive officer. “With a perfect balance of on-road dynamics and 4×4 capabilities, the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most technologically advanced, luxurious, and 4×4-capable Grand Cherokee ever.”

Setting a new standard

With sales exceeding seven million worldwide, this Cherokee offer improved 4×4 articulations, Uconnect 5, more space and interior versatility including a 19-speaker 950-watt sound system, and advanced safety technology that encompasses a 360-degree surround view with night vision.

Its Quadra-Trac II 4×4 system is unrivalled as it electronically coordinates 4×4 torque split, braking and handling, steering and suspension systems, throttle control, transmission shift, transfer case, traction control, stability control, anti-lock braking system, and steering feel.

Powertrain

The all-aluminium 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 comes as standard on all models. It produces 218kW and 352Nm of torque.

With a towing capacity of up to 2,812kg and an estimated class-leading driving range of more than 800km, you will never be left out in the cold.

The new Grand Cherokee line up consists of Limited, Overland, and Summit Reserve trim levels.

Advanced security features

If you desire bells and whistles, this Cherokee has no fewer than 110 advanced safety and security features. This included among others, full-speed collision warning with active braking, pedestrian/cyclist detection, rear cross path detection, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, active lane management, TomTom navigation with predictive search.

Pricing starts at R1 329 900.

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Matthys Ferreira

Served in SAPS for 22 years - specialised in forensic and crime scene investigation and forensic photography. A stint in photographic sales and management followed. Been the motoring editor at Lowveld Media since 2007. "A petrol head I am not but I am good at what I do".

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