Greenway Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge Sneak Peek Into The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee And Srt8

March 28, 2010 - PRLog -- Jeep has brought suv and off-road capabity and technology to a whole new level with the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee. The new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will deliver better on-road performance and, despite having more power, up to 11% better gas mileage from its Pentastar V6. The new Quadra-Lift air suspension system with the Selec-Terrain system allows the driver to choose the drive system that best matches on or off-road driving conditions (or go with “automatic”). The new SUV is built on a proven rear-wheel-drive unibody platform sharing the same underpinnings as the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. As in the past, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will also be available in left- and right-hand drive with either diesel or petrol powertrains for international sale.

   The new Pentastar V6 engine boosts technology decades ahead of its time. The 3.6-liter V-6 engine is a completely new, state of the art design with dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and a high-pressure die-cast aluminum cylinder block with variable-valve timing (VVT). Gas mileage is better than the Toyota 4Runner and similar to the less off-road-worthy Honda Pilot. This 3.6-liter V-6 engine pumps out 280 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,800 rpm — an improvement of 70 hp and 25 lb-ft over the current 3.7 liter V6. The Phoenix V6 comes with the Mercedes W5A580 five-speed automatic, which has adaptive electronic control or Electronic Range Select (ERS) driver-interactive manual control. The gas tank has been increased to a 24.6 gallon capacity, which allows for a range of around 500 miles. The engine also is fully flex fuel capable, offering consumers the choice of gasoline or E85 fuel without any degradation in performance or emissions. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers the option of  the 5.7 liter Hemi V8. The optional Hemi V8 engine now delivers 360 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,250 rpm; it uses cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing to increase mileage. The Hemi is coupled to the reliable, smooth Chrysler-designed 545RFE five-speed automatic transmission, which has a sixth forward speed for highway kickdown. The premium Overland 4x4 weighs around 5,210 lb, an increase of 320 lb over the 2008 Overland. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee’s trailer towing capability is up to 7,400 pounds on rear wheel drive models equipped with the HEMI V-8 engine.

   The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers the new innovative Quadra-Lift system which allows ride height adjustment from as low as 6.6 inches to as high as 11.1 inches of ground clearance. Quadra-Lift includes four-corner air springs; it operates automatically, or via console controls. The new independent front and rear suspension features isolated front and rear suspension cradles. Variable-rate rear springs deliver improved on-road handling and comfort that complements the vehicle’s off-road capability. The new rear suspension allows the spare tire to be stored inside the vehicle as opposed to underneath.

   Another intriguing new feature of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Selec-Terrain traction control system. This system in addition to the Quadra-Lift System offers superior traction and clearance control.

The new Selec-Terrain traction control system lets customers choose the off-road setting; it electronically coordinates up to 12 different powertrain, braking and suspension systems, including throttle control, transmission shift, transfer case, Traction Control and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The control dial allows the driver to choose from five driving conditions:

   * Sand/Mud: Traction control and Quadra-Lift operate with sensitive response to wheel spin, and torque is tuned for optimal performance
   * Sport: Provides enhanced on-road "fun-to-drive" capability
   * Auto: Automatically adapts to any on- or off-road situation
   * Snow: Vehicle traction and Quadra-Lift adjust for ultimate performance over snow-covered roads
   * Rock: Quadra-Lift suspension raises to maximum height (11.1 inches) and the transfer case, differentials, and throttle coordinate to provide low-speed control

All 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokees equipped with either the off-road or the Quadra-Lift group are Trail Rated. The Jeep Trail Rated badge on the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee indicates that the vehicle has been designed to perform in a variety of challenging off-road conditions identified by five key consumer-oriented performance categories: traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation and water fording. Only Jeep vehicles are Trail Rated.

   Jeep has also made quite a bit of changes in the interior layout of the Grand Cherokee, ideas influenced by Jeep consumers and the feedback they have given throughout the years. Inside, premium seating includes room for five passengers. An available fold-flat front-passenger seat provides improved cargo storage room (Laredo models). Rear seats recline 12° and move forward 12° for 24° of variation. The new interior now features rich materials and elegant appointments, as well as more room for both passengers and cargo. An optional CommandView dual-pane sun roof provides twice as much glass surface than a standard sun roof and extends from the windshield to the rear of the vehicle. The front panel may be opened rearward, providing additional light and fresh air to first-row passengers. The rear panel, which is fixed, allows light and open viewing for second-row passengers and comes standard with a power sun shade. The cargo bay behind the rear seats has 6.8 more cubic feet of room (36.3 cubic feet total), and includes a storage unit with a rechargeable flashlight and new grocery hooks on both sides. The spare tire compartment includes removable dual storage bins for secure storage of muddy gear or other items. A new power rear liftgate is available. And for rim enthusiasts seventeen-inch wheels are standard, with optional 18-inch and new-to-Jeep 20-inch wheels for 2011.

   The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been loaded up with several new standard safety features. 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 (BTCS), Passive Entry/Keyless Go, 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 Overland and available on Limited.

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will also feature uconnect guardian as a standard feature on all models (services provided by Hughes Telematics). uconnect guardian provides customers with the five most requested security features automatic crash notification, emergency call, roadside assistance call, remote door unlock, stolen vehicle location assistance.

   All in all since the original idea for the Jeep Grand Cherokee was spawned in 1983 by designers  Larry Shinoda, Adam Clenet, and Giorgetto Giugiaro back when it was known as the "XJC" Project, the design and technolgy going into it has improved by leaps and bounds. Its has left the suv competition zone and blossomed into one of the best crossover designs yet. With its new design, sleek looks and souped-up new powertrain there is no question about it Jeep Grand Cherokee has become a whole new beast to tackle anything you put it through from everyday stop and go and highway traffic to off-roading adventures throughout the countryside. If your a Jeep enthusiast you will be thoroughly pleased with all the new Jeep Grand Cherokee has to offer.

This and more information on the upcoming 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee can be found on our website's at http://www.greenwaydodge.com/index.htm and http://www.greenwaychryslerjeepdodge.com/index.htm.

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