Brand New 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited X 2

As we start off on yet another opportunity to test drive both the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited (pictured in white, on the right) and the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited (pictured in black, on the left) a sudden "I want this Jeep" hit me.

The new Jeep Grand Cherokee is nothing short of a miracle, from the redesigned looks to the remastered driving feel. The stance has also been remastered to give it a low center of gravity whilst maintaining the clearance Jeeps are known for.

Same style as Black Cherokee's Wheel

White Cherokee's Wheel (Seen above)

Both vehicles are 4X4 equipped, called Quadra-Trac II (R) 4WD, giving it the ability to go almost anywhere. As you might have noticed, the black Cherokee has different wheels than the white one, making it unsuitable for major offroading. The specs for the wheels on the black Cherokee are P265/50/R20 wrapped in Goodyear rubber, whereas the specs for the white Cherokee's wheels are P263/60/R18 wrapped in Hankook rubber.



With those details out of the way, lets get started with what these new Jeeps have to offer, we shall start with the black Limited.


Black 2011 Grand Cherokee Limited

Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4X4
Exterior Color: Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl coat
Interior Color: Black
Interior: Leather trim seats with perf inserts
Engine: 5.7 Liter V8 Multi-displacement VVT
Transmission: 5 speed Automatic 545RFE




So, as I said earlier, The jeeps have been redesigned inside and out, from total changes to some major enhancements. Let's start off with the basics.


Standard features (Unless replaced by optional equipment) include the newly created Quadra-Trac II (r) 4WD system that allows the Jeep to always be in 4X4 mode. Hill start assist which also has hill decent control, helps keep the jeep from rolling backwards on a steep hill and helps it decend slower when needed. Trailer sway dampening is another useful feature. The new passive entry proximity remote allows the owner to unlock/lock, open the doors and start the Jeep without the key ever leaving their pocket. This system, also known as Keyless Enter-N-Go is great for those days where you cant remember where you put your key, but you know you have it on you, all you have to do is go up to the door and put your hand on the handle, if the Grand Cherokee unlocks, then hey, you have the key on your person. Starting the Grand Cherokee only works if the key fob is INSIDE the JEEP, unless of course you've remote started it, but even still, if you hit the remote start button on your keyfob and leave the key in the house, you won't be able to gain entry to the Jeep, its just that smart. Keyless Enter-N-Go* paired with Sentry's Key Theft Deterrent System make this Jeep virtually unstealable. For the individuals that feel like reversing the Grand Cherokee is a challenge, look no further. Jeep has added the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System coupled with a Parkview (TM) Rear Back-up Camera that automatically engages when the Jeep is put into reverse.

Keyless Go shown above

Safety features include advanced multistage front airbags coupled with supplementary side curtain front and rear airbags to protect passengers in the unfortunate event of a collision.The Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) makes it easier for accident response teams to both see and reach the occupants of the vehicle by turned on the interior lighting, unlocking all the doors and shuts off fuel to the engine after sensing that an airbag has been deployed. For child seats, upper tether anchorages and anchor system LATCH ready are present. Four wheel traction control coupled with the standard Electronic Stability Program and Anti-lock-4-wheel-disc brakes give you a piece of mind while cruising along.