As the best-selling sport-utility vehicle for Jeep, the Grand Cherokee possesses serious capabilities. It was first launched in 1992 as the successor of the Jeep Cherokee XJ and has had an exceptional career. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has exceptional off-road capabilities and manages to offer a great cabin with good comfort and contemporary styling.
It also features one of the most powerful and reliable powertrains in the segment and decent safety. With gas prices sky-rocketing and a surge in global warming, Jeep introduced the All-New Grand Cherokee 4xe last year. The All-New Grand Cherokee is based on the FCA Giorgio platform, and it features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powerhouse mated to an 8-speed automatic torque converter and all-wheel-drive.
While Jeep sells the hybrid models of the Grand Cherokee in five different trims, the flagship trim “Summit Reserve” is the most alluring in the lineup because of its heavy set of features. Although Jeep hasn’t announced the official price, we expect the 2023 GC Summit Reserve 4xe to carry a starting price tag of $77,000, making it an unambiguous offering in the segment.
A Muscular Yet Economical Hybrid Powertrain For This Hybrid Jeep Grand Cherokee
To keep up with modern technology, Jeep has outfitted the Grand Cherokee SR with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 plug-in hybrid engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The unit includes an engine and a duo of electric motors, one at the back and one at the front, acting as a starter motor. The unit makes a healthy 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. The engine feels refined, and power delivery is constant.
The stout engine output helps the SUV hit 0-60 mph in about 6 seconds and a quarter-mile in about 14.5 seconds. The powerhouse also comes equipped with a 17.3 kWh battery, which gives it an all-electric range of up to 25 miles. In hybrid mode, it offers a class-leading fuel economy of 56 MPG combined. Furthermore, the 19-gallon fuel tank puts its range up to 1288 miles, which is exceptional for a hybrid SUV.
This Jeep Grand Cherokee Has Herculean Off-Road Capability
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Jeep has always been associated with excellent off-road abilities, and the Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve lives up to its name. As a sport-utility vehicle, the GC boasts 8.4 inches of ground clearance, and it comes standard with the Quadra-Trac II 4WD system and Selec-Terrain feature for better performance in challenging conditions.
Magnificent And Roomy Cabin Of The 2023 Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe Hybrid
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Jeep has made sure that the occupants inside get the best treatment possible, and to ensure this, they have curated a cabin with best-in-class passenger volume, roomy and cozy seats, and numerous creature comforts. Jeep has based the cabin on a modern design language, offering occupants an inviting and warm atmosphere.
The dashboard design is futuristic, and it is filled with technology. It comes with a set of three displays: a 10.25-inch fully digital cluster, a 10.1-inch touchscreen for entertainment, and a touchscreen display for the front passenger. The dashboard is adorned with absolute oak inserts and liquid chrome accents, accentuating a richer vibe.
The cockpit comes equipped with a pair of 12-way power-adjustable bucket seats, and they come equipped with heating and cooling functions as well as memory and back massagers. Attractive, right? The front seats lend out 39.9-inch headroom and 41.3-inch legroom. The rear seats come with heating and cooling functions to keep the occupants comfortable in harsh climates. The rear seats have 39.4-inches of headroom and 38.2-inches of legroom.
This Hybrid Jeep Grand Cherokee Is Practical And Packs A Plethora Of Features
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The Summit Reserve is the most expensive Grand Cherokee, but it comes loaded with features and creature comforts. The exterior gets a set of 21-inch Machined Face aluminum wheels as standard, coupled with all-season tires. The fascia is equipped with bi-LED projector headlamps, front corner LED lamps, and LED fog lamps.
The rear gets full LED tail lamps and LED fog lamps. Inside, the cabin features Palermo leather seats, quad-zone AC, premium Berber floor mats, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, a leather-trimmed and heated steering wheel, and plenty of other features.
For entertainment, the cabin offers two displays as standard. The front offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen as well as a touchscreen for the front passenger. A 19-speaker premium audio system, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, and Wi-Fi hotspot are standard. A head-up display and a wireless charging pad are optional.
The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe is a pragmatic SUV. It not only offers a spacious cabin but also a large cargo trunk. At the rear, the cabin offers a standard cargo capacity of 37.7 cu. ft., which increases to 70.8 cu. ft. once the rear seats are folded.
2023 Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe Packs Impeccable Safety And Great Reliability
Last year, the Grand Cherokee 4xe performed well in safety tests. The NHTSA gave it five stars while the IIHS rated it GOOD. The 2023 Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve sports a robust braking system. Both the front and rear wheels are outfitted with ventilated disc brakes. In tests, it came to a stop from 60 mph at 118 feet, which is great for a heavy mid-size SUV.
In addition to that, it comes equipped with upmarket safety and driver assist features like blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist and departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, driver monitoring system, and plenty more. In addition, the Grand Cherokee has been a reliable SUV over the years with great build quality and good after-sales service.
While the starting price is going to be hefty, the Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve has a lot to offer, which makes it a promising choice in the segment. It offers an impressive price-to-power ratio and a lot of features for the price.
Sources: Stellantis North America, Jeep