Known to be a preferred choice among those looking for a family car, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee is one of the most popular midsize SUVs. It is also known for its comfortable interiors and stylish exteriors. Moreover, its off-road capabilities and powerful engine make it a favorite among many who want a sturdy yet compact SUV for the everyday commute. The 1993 Jeep® Grand Cherokee was the first one popular in the lot. Over the years, the following models of this SUV have been best-sellers among consumers.
- 1998 Jeep® Grand Cherokee 5.9L Limited
This 1998 limited edition model was promoted as one of the fastest SUVs in the world. There were only about 14,000 units of this model available for sale. With significant improvements over the preceding models, the 1998 Jeep® Grand Cherokee sported a 5.9-liter OHV V8 engine that generated nearly 245hp. Moreover, it has specially crafted 16-inch Ultra Star wheels. Extra features included a soundbar on the rear roof, trim of faux wood, and leather interiors. - 1999 Jeep® Grand Cherokee
Following the success of the 1998 model, a lot of experimentation was incorporated on the 1999 Grand Cherokee. The entire look of the SUV was redesigned and overhauled. One of the most noticeable changes was the wedge shape that rendered a modern look to the vehicle. Additionally, the roof was blended in perfectly with the upper windshield. This gave more head space. Additionally, the interior space was increased, thus adding to a spacious cabin. - 2005 Jeep® Grand Cherokee
A new phase was seen in the Jeep® Grand Cherokee lineup with the 2005 model. Receiving a grand launch at the 2004 International Auto show in New York, this model incorporated brand new features. It sported a Quadra-Drive II four-wheel drive. Moreover, trims offering a powerful range of engines were available (5.7-liter Hemi V8, 3.7-liter V6, and 3-liter diesel). The additional features brought this SUV to the top of the range with its increased on-road and off-roading prowess. - 2017 Jeep® Grand Cherokee
The 2017 model ditched the earlier old Jeep chassis and incorporated a 2012 Mercedes M-class platform. Moreover, under the hood it has a powerful engine developed by Fiat. Powered by an 8-speed automatic transmission, this model features heated seats, a reversing camera, leather interiors, touchscreen infotainment system, sat nav, and Bluetooth. One of the trims of this model even sports a Harman & Kardon stereo system with a whopping 19 speakers!