2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Gets Motortrend First Test

Posted on April 5, 2013 by baysideadmin

The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee has sparked a long discussion about the changes done to its appearance. Overall, I think it’s safe to say that, while there is criticism, most people are embracing what they see as a new change for the better. It’s the age-old adage, ‘damned if you do, damned if you don’t.’ Making such a drastic decision in the design shows that Jeep is serious about their brand and vehicles stays strong with the recent resurgence. It’s a commitment to doing what is needed to ensure a future rather than being safe and sticking to what is already known.

Chrysler has also been pushing the idea of having diesel versions of their popular vehicles due to fan demand. The 2014 Grand Cherokee is one of the many vehicles that will be getting an EcoDiesel version. Motortrend got their hands on it and gave it the full run-through to see how it holds up.

They found there was an improvement on the fuel economy. The base EcoDiesel is the V6 and is rated at 21 mpg for city and 28 mpg for highway. The non-diesel is rated for 17 mpg and 24 mpg highway. As far as it compares to its competitors, the Volkswagen Touareg and the Porsche Cayenne, it’s pretty mixed in that it’s not much different.

What does give the 2014 Grand Cherokee the edge is it manages to provide offers for the consumers the others don’t. One is air suspension which the competition doesn’t even have as an option. The EcoDiesel provides a relaxed ride and is quiet.

Their conclusion is that the new Jeep is much better in what it offers drivers beyond the engine performance. Three different four-wheel-drive systems, adjustable ride height, and easily removable front and rear fasciae all come together to give the Jeep what it needs to edge forward in value. What the editors decided was to advise looking at the Limited trim of the Grand Cherokee which they believe to be the best for the money.

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Jeep Shows Off 2014 Cherokee’s Off-Road Capabilities in New Video

Posted on March 19, 2013 by baysideadmin

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee has been held under a fine microscope even with barely any information released. All it took was a few sneak peeks and official pictures to get the entire auto world talking. Some loved the new look and others scoffed. In response, Jeep is making sure that people remember that the real beauty of their vehicles is not just the exterior, but it’s what’s underneath.

A new video put out by Jeep follows the new Cherokee as it tackles a rocky playground. The shot is POV and clearly shows that the Cherokee, while boasting a more car-like look, is not unable to take on rough terrain. The vehicle goes up a couple of steep inclines covered in both solid rock and loose sand.

At the beginning of the video, Jeep teases that the 2014 Cherokee will be offering the best-in-class capability. There’s no doubt after seeing it briefly in action that all-wheel drive will be a part of the package.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee will get its full reveal at the 2013 New York Auto Show happening very soon. Many Jeep enthusiasts are looking forward to seeing just what this giant leap has in store.

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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Announced!

Posted on January 15, 2013 by baysideadmin

Jeep already started out 2013 with having strong numbers from the previous year. Continuing with the momentum they have announced the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Motor Trend breaks down all the new bells and whistles. One of the biggest changes that drivers will be seeing in the new model is higher quality of powertrain. The 3.6 liter V-6 also provides a major boost to the fuel economy. That engine gets 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The 5.7 liter V-8 model has even better numbers with 15 mpg for city driving and 14 on the highway. This extra power also improves the towing capacity for the Jeep. The V-6 is now capable of 6200 pounds and the V-8 can get 7200 pounds.

Another new feature for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is something called Eco Mode. What it does is optimize the new transmission’s shift schedule to help with fuel economy by lowering the ride height when you reach a speed above 56 mph.

New thinner headlights give a distinct new image to the exterior of the Grand Cherokee. Even the fog lights have been moved in order to give off a more upscale look. Around on the back side of the Jeep, even the logo sees a new change. It’s larger and has been moved up on the tailgate. The SRT model gets a blackout grille treatment in order to be different itself from other models.

It’s certainly looking to be Jeep’s year with such a strong start. The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee has everyone buzzing and certainly will keep drivers excited until it finally gets released to the public. For now, it’s time to just drool over every little detail.

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