2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Engine Type

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available in a total of 12 trims and offers two drivetrains – 4×2 and 4×4. Trims available with either a 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrain (driver’s choice) are the following: Laredo E, Upland, Altitude, North Edition, Limited, Limited X, Overland, High Altitude, and Summit. Trailhawk, SRT, and Trackhawk trims are all powered with a 4×4 drivetrain only. Every 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicle, with the exception of the SRT and Trackhawk trims, powered by the classic 3.6-Liter Pentastar V6 engine. Both the SRT and Trakchawk trims come standard with a large 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine that produces 475 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque and a massive 6.2-liter Supercharged HEMI V8 with 707 horsepower.

4×4 Drive Systems

Jeep is known for its 4×4 systems, and the Grand Cherokee model is no exception when it comes to conquering adventures ahead. Standard on the Laredo E and Altitude trims, there’s the Quadra-Trac I 4WD system that was produced for all-weather capability and includes the Selec-Terrain System. High-tier trims such as the Grand Cherokee Limited, Limited X, Trailhawk, Overland, High Altitude, and Summit feature the same 4×4 system but are also all paired with a two-speed transfer case to recognize and correct tire slippage. The Selec-Terrain Traction Control System incorporated lets drivers options between driving modes for driving in snow, sand, mud or rock. Additionally, there’s also the Quadra-Trac II System for even better off-road capability thanks to its low range. The Trailhawk is the only trim that has the Quadra-Trac II system as well as an additional electronic rear limited-slip differential for optimal off-road traction and capability, thus making the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk “Trail Rated Tough.” Quadra-Trac Active on Demand 4WD is the standard 4×4 system on the top-tier Grand Cherokee SRT and Trackhawk trims. It operates as a full-time 4×4 system that readily adapts no matter the driving conditions without any input from the driver being necessary.

Exterior Features

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers ten different exterior color options to choose from: Olive Green, Diamond Black, Billet Silver, Bright White, Granite Crystal Metallic, Pearl White, Red Velvet, Hydro Blue, and Firecracker Red. Wheels sizes range from 17-20 inches while materials range from polished aluminum, black satin, forged polish. Standard features include: ParkSense Rear Park Assist with Stop, automatic on/off headlights, heated outside mirrors, a tinted and acoustic windshield that reduces noise and glare, black claddings, and a deep tint sunscreen glass that works to keep the cabin cool. The Altitude and Summit trims add on E standard LED fog lamps, while the high-tier trims that follow from here on out include bi-xenon HID headlamps, platinum side roof rails, a power liftgate, tow hooks, rain-sensitive windshield wipers, rock rails, and even a roof rack. Select trims offer additional available touches such as a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, blacked-out hood decals, and “Trail Rated” badges when appropriate.

Interior Features

Jeep added a much larger 10.1-inch Uconnect touchscreen for the higher trim options. There will be a carryover of the current 7-inch and 8-inch Uconnect and bezel system. One thing that should be in all Grand Cherokee models is the all-new steering wheel and all-new 7-inch and 10.5-inch high-definition clusters. High-end upgrades will come by way of all-new massaging seats with a button placed on the door panel. An all-new overhead console and gear selector knob will provide multi-functionality, replacing the shift handle

Entertainment

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee’s new Uconnect 5 adds on an 8.4-inch touchscreen display, adding an optional 10.1-inch color display. The Grand Cherokee comes with Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto, as well as an integrated hands-free voice-command with Bluetooth connectivity. The Laredo, Laredo E, Upland, and Altitude trims come standard with a six-speaker audio system. Higher-tier Grand Cherokee trims come with a nine-speaker sound system that includes a subwoofer. Moving forward select trims can upgrade their Uconnect infotainment system to include navigation. The navigation package comes with a complimentary one-year SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription. Other available upgrades include a family-oriented rear-seat dual-screen Blu-ray/DVD player, a rear-seat video system, and a Blu-ray compatible dual screen video system

Safety Features and Warranty

Advanced multistage airbags, a driver inflatable knee-bolster bag, supplemental side-curtain front, and rear airbags, supplemental seat-mounted airbags, and supplemental side-curtain airbags are standard safety features on all 2021 Grand Cherokee models. Modern safety features come at an additional cost and include perks such as Rear Cross Path Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop, Blind Spot Monitoring, and parallel and perpendicular park assist.
All Jeep vehicles are covered by a 3-year or 36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, roadside assistance for five years or 100,000 miles, and rust-through coverage for five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.