Even though it’s far away from production reality, the Grand Cherokee WL promises to be far more tech-focused than the outgoing generation. Differences from the Grand Cherokee WK2 include a rotary shifter inspired by the Ram 1500, Jaguar Land Rover models, and the Ford Edge.
The information comes courtesy of a piece of paper uploaded to Instagram by “thejeep_guy” and a low-resolution photograph of the rotary shifter in question. Expected to enter production in the spring of 2021, the fifth generation of the Grand Cherokee will come with a choice of two instrument clusters with 7.0- and 10.1-inch diagonals.
Uconnect infotainment soldiers on with three options for the touchscreen display, namely 7.0 inches as standard, 8.4 inches, and 10.1 inches. The Terrain Select system is listed with 4WD Low and a toggle for the air suspension, thus combining off-road capability with a comfortable ride. Massaging, heated, and cooled seats, auxiliary buttons, and electric adjustments for the pedals and steering column are mentioned as well.
As far as generic components are concerned, Jeep will offer a Blu-Ray player even though physical data storage is playing second fiddle to streaming services such as Netflix. To be offered exclusively with two rows of seats for five occupants, the Grand Cherokee WL still is a mystery in many regards at this point of the development process.
It’s believed the 3.6-liter Pentastar will soldier on with eTorque mild hybridization from the Ram 1500, along with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and possibly the 2.0-liter Hurricane turbo four-cylinder from the Wrangler. A plug-in hybrid system similar to the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid could also be offered, and knowing Jeep, it needs such an option.
Even though Fiat Chrysler Automobiles hasn’t made a comment on the inline-six rumored to be called Tornado, this engine would be an interesting addition to the range as long as it’s turbocharged. Also worthy of mentioning is the platform of the WL, presumably based on the Alfa Romeo Giorgio that underpinds the Stelvio crossover and Giulia sedan.
Uconnect infotainment soldiers on with three options for the touchscreen display, namely 7.0 inches as standard, 8.4 inches, and 10.1 inches. The Terrain Select system is listed with 4WD Low and a toggle for the air suspension, thus combining off-road capability with a comfortable ride. Massaging, heated, and cooled seats, auxiliary buttons, and electric adjustments for the pedals and steering column are mentioned as well.
As far as generic components are concerned, Jeep will offer a Blu-Ray player even though physical data storage is playing second fiddle to streaming services such as Netflix. To be offered exclusively with two rows of seats for five occupants, the Grand Cherokee WL still is a mystery in many regards at this point of the development process.
It’s believed the 3.6-liter Pentastar will soldier on with eTorque mild hybridization from the Ram 1500, along with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and possibly the 2.0-liter Hurricane turbo four-cylinder from the Wrangler. A plug-in hybrid system similar to the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid could also be offered, and knowing Jeep, it needs such an option.
Even though Fiat Chrysler Automobiles hasn’t made a comment on the inline-six rumored to be called Tornado, this engine would be an interesting addition to the range as long as it’s turbocharged. Also worthy of mentioning is the platform of the WL, presumably based on the Alfa Romeo Giorgio that underpinds the Stelvio crossover and Giulia sedan.