2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and SRT8
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| 2008 Grand Cherokee |
Introduction:
The Grand Cherokee 2008 was one of the first SUVs , construction instead of a separate truck frame and body, in 1992. Since then, the Grand Cherokee has been re-designed twice, recently for the 2005 models.
The Grand Cherokee is a little bit of an anomaly in the mid-size SUV world because it’s relatively compact, doesn’t have third-row seat. And despite its unibody, it is highly off road capable.
There are four basic models: Laredo, Limited, Overland, and the high-performance SRT8 variant. The latter is fitted with a 425-hp, 6.1-liter Hemi V-8 engine. Other Grand Cherokees can be fitted with 1 of 4 engines ranging : a 3.7-liter, 210-hp V-6 up to a 330-hp, 5.7-liter Hemi V-8.
What's New for 2008
Jeep has heavily revised the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee's 4.7-liter V8 for 2008, and the engine is rated at 305 hp -- nearly as much as the larger Hemi V8. The company has also given the cabin a much-needed refresh, adding more soft-touch surfaces, upgraded a telescoping steering wheel, and lighting. Newly features include HID xenon headlights, the MyGIG hard-drive-based audio/navigation system, back-up camera, a rear entertainment system and Sirius Backseat TV. For shoppers planning to tap into the JGC's utility, technology like hill descent control, hill start assist and trailer sway control is now offered as well. Finally, availability of the diesel V6 engine, has been expanded to the base Laredo.
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| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
Pros & Cons :
- Excellent off-road prowess
- Large selection of engines
- Quality materials enhance refined interior
- Rear-seat comfort suffers due to limited legroom
- Small cargo capacity for its class
- The Grand Cherokee is a capable SUV -- but it isn't the standout it was back in the 1990s, simply because there are now so many good trucks on the market.
- With its comfortable ride, strong performance and handling, as well as its luxurious interior, these 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will make it much easier to sell the American public on diesels in the future.
7 Trims Available :
Laredo 4X2 Laredo 4X4 Limited 4X2 Limited 4X4 Overland 4X2 Overland 4X4 SRT-8
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| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
Laredo :
- 3.7L V6 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 15 cty/20 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
- Satellite radio
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control system
- Traction Control system
- Navigation System (Optional)
- Bluetooth (Optional)
- DVD player (Optional)
- APPRAISE YOUR CAR
Limited :
- 4.7L V8 flex-fuel engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
- iPod input
- Satellite radio
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Navigation System (Optional)
- Bluetooth (Optional)
- DVD player (Optional)
Overland :
- 5.7L V8 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 13 cty/19 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
- Navigation System
- Bluetooth
- MP3 Player
- Satellite radio
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- DVD player
SRT-8 :
- 6.1L V8 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 11 cty/14 hwy mpg
- 4-wheel drive
- Satellite radio
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control system
- Traction Control system
- Navigation System (Optional)
- Bluetooth (Optional)
- DVD player (Optional)