2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 2013 Jeep Grand
Cherokee continues to deliver class-leading capability with refinement and
features that consumers appreciate on the road, and off. Since its introduction,
the current generation Jeep Grand Cherokee has become the most awarded SUV
ever.
New for 2013:
Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit models have new standard features that raise the bar even further in terms of luxury. These include standard Front Park Assist, power folding outside mirrors and headlight washers. The highly regarded Overland Summit interior is now available with black or saddle colored Nappa leather seating with Saddle accent stitching. A Saddle leather interior is also available for 2013.
Grand
Cherokee Trailhawk
For the 2013, Jeep
announces the production version of the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk first seen as
a concept at the 2012 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah.
- The Trailhawk is easily recognized with new signature red Trailhawk and Trail
Rated badging and tow hooks, black surround headlamps and a unique grey on the
grille surround, side mirrors rear light bar, 4x4 badge and five-spoke 18-inch
aluminum wheels. A black hood decal with red accent stripe helps reduce glare
from the sun.
- Trailhawk-specific interior touches include black leather and performance
suede seats with red accent stitching and Mopar slush floor mats front and
rear.
- The 2013 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is available in Bright White, Brilliant
Black, Mineral Gray, Maximum Steel and Deep Cherry Red
Go
Anywhere Jeep 4x4 Systems
The 2013 Jeep Grand
Cherokee offers three 4x4 systems (Quadra-Trac I®, Quadra-Trac II® and
Quadra-Drive II®).
Quadra-Trac I delivers full-time
four-wheel drive without any switches or levers to pull. The system provides
smooth operation over a variety of road conditions. This lightweight
single-speed case is both proven and highly efficient for enhanced fuel
economy.
Quadra-Trac II's two-speed
transfer case actively manages torque and uses input from a variety of sensors
in order to determine tire slip at the earliest possible moment and take
corrective action. The system uses Throttle Anticipate to sense quick movement
in the throttle from a stop and maximizes traction before slippage occurs. When
tire slippage is detected, as much as 100 percent of available torque is
instantly routed to the axle with the most traction.
Quadra-Drive II, with a rear
Electronic Limited Slip Differential (ELSD), delivers industry-leading tractive
capability. The system instantly detects tire slip and smoothly distributes
engine torque to tires with traction. In some cases, the vehicle will
anticipate low traction and adjust in order to proactively limit or eliminate
slip with the ability to transfer up to 100% of available torque to one wheel.
3.6-liter
Pentastar V-6 Engine
The 2013 Jeep Grand
Cherokee features the award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. This
flexible-fuel 3.6-liter V-6 engine is standard and delivers 290 horsepower (216
kW) and 260 lb.-ft. (353 NM) of torque at 4,800 rpm. Jeep Grand Cherokee offers
trailer-tow capability of up to 5,000 lbs. on models equipped with the
Pentastar V-6 engine.
Legendary 5.7-liter V-8 Engine
The available legendary 5.7-liter V-8 engine with fuel-saver
technology delivers 360 horsepower (268 kW) and 390 lb.-ft. (520 NM) of
torque at 4,250 rpm. The 5.7-liter V-8 also features VVT, which delivers
performance, towing capability and fuel efficiency. The fuel-saver
technology seamlessly alternates between smooth high-fuel-economy
four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power from
the 5.7-liter engine is requested. This optimizes fuel economy when V-8 power
is not needed, without sacrificing vehicle performance. The 5.7-liter V-8
engine is mated to the 65RFE automatic transmission that allows the driver to
choose between six-speeds when shifted in manual mode. Best-in-class
trailer-tow capability of up to 7,400 lbs. is available with the 5.7-liter V-8
engine.
Safety and Security Features
Jeep Grand Cherokee includes more than 50 safety and security features and
is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick.
Standard safety features include:
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Electronic roll mitigation (ERM)
- Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) with rough-road detection
- Four-wheel brake traction control system
- Remote keyless entry
- Express up/down windows for driver and front-seat passenger
- Seat-belt pretensioners
- Trailer-sway Control and remote start, which is standard on Limited and Overland and available on
Laredo models
Connectivity and Infotainment Features
The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers customers an array of infotainment
technologies for driver safety and passenger enjoyment. The features enable
drivers to safely communicate, navigate and select entertainment options using
advance voice recognition controls. Passengers can stay entertained with a
multitude of features, including SIRIUS Satellite Radio, UConnect Navigation,
UConnect Phone and UConnect Web.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit
Sporting a unique front appearance with a fully chromed grille and fog lamp
bezels, and riding on 20-inch bright, polished aluminum wheels, the Overland
Summit model is the Jeep Grand Cherokee to a higher level of indulgence and
refinement for drivers seeking the ultimate personal driving statement in a
premium sport-utility vehicle.
New features for 2013 include headlight washers, power folding side view
mirrors and Front Park Assist. An all-black Nappa leather interior color choice
is now available with accent stitching done in Saddle, and black Berber floor
mats feature a black binding.
The award-winning Black lower and New Saddle upper interior trim, alone with
saddle-color Nappa heated and ventilated leather seats with perforated
inserts, accent piping and unique stitching and Berber floor mats with Black
and Chestnut accent binding, is still available.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee features unique Black Olive burl real wood trim blended
into the instrument panel. The distinctive polished trim wraps into the upper
panels of both the front and rear doors surrounding passengers with the highest
levels of craftsmanship. The wood trim is also used on the standard,
leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel.
Also standard on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is the Advanced
Warning System and Adaptive Cruise Control group, which consists of Adaptive
Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear
Cross-path detection system.