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Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 2014 Model Year

***JEEP GARAGE EXCLUSIVE INFORMATION***

Last updated 2/26/2013

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World Debut: Detroit Auto Show January 14, 2013 (8:00am - 8:25am eastern)

Order banks open: January 15th, 2013

Production launch (except SRT): January 22, 2013

Production launch (SRT): February 26, 2013

Production launch (North America diesel models): August 26, 2013 (ordering opens August 9th)

Sales launch: February/March 2013


Models

Laredo (late availability, July 2013)
Laredo E
Limited
Overland
Summit
SRT8
Altitude II (March 2014)
(plus various special edition models later in model year)


Engines

3.0L Diesel (240 hp)
3.6L Pentastar (290 hp)
5.7L Hemi (360 hp)
6.4L Hemi (470 hp)


Transmissions

- New: 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters (845RFE, w/3.6L)

- New: 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters (8HP70, w/3.0L diesel, 5.7L and 6.4L)


What's New - key features (some features may be optional and restricted to certain models)

- Refreshed front & rear fascias, grille

- 3.0L Diesel engine option for north america - Limited, Overland and Overland Summit models (30 mpg hwy est.)

- 845RE 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters (w/3.6L)

- ZF 8HP70 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission with paddle shifters (w/3.0L diesel, 5.7L and 6.4L)

- New electrical architecture system


What's New - interior

- 115V power inverter - updated, works with popular gaming systems

- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go feature

- Air conditioning, automatic dual zone (now Standard on all models)

- Center console CD player (optional)

- Center stack redesign with new HVAC controls

- "ecall" - one-touch 911 access, Roadside Assistance Services & crash notification (via rearview mirror button)

- Harman Kardon 19-speaker Performance Audio System now available on Summit model (Standard)

- HD Radio (DAB/DMB - Digital Audio Broadcasting, Digital Multimedia Broadcast for export markets)

- Instrument cluster redesign with 7" color TFT premium vehicle information screen (all models)

- Paddle shifters, steering wheel mounted (all models)

- Radio, 5" touchscreen, Uconnect AM/FM/CD/MP3/ SiriusXM (model RA2, Standard on Laredo and Limited)

- Radio, 8.4" touchscreen (model RA3, software upgradeable to add Harman Kardon navigation at any time) (Optional on Laredo E and Limited)

- Radio, 8.4" touchscreen (model RA4) with Harman Kardon navigation, featuring one-step destination entry, 3-D city models, landmarks, and digital terrain modeling, dead-reckoning with gyro and more (Optional on Limited, Standard on Overland, Summit and SRT)

- Performance Pages screens, advanced (SRT only)

- Real open-pore wood bezels (Overland and Summit)

- Selec-Speed Control (with Hill-ascent and Hill-descent Control) (Limited & Overland only)

- Start button, illuminated

- Seat-mounted Blu-Ray DVD Players with higher resolution screens and HDMI inputs (late availability)

- Suede headliner (Summit)

- Third-generation flexible Uconnect radio platform with voice recognition technology for handsfree mobile phone, music, texting and navigation operation

- Under seat lighting (front footwell, all models)

- Rear-seat footwell and rear door-pocket ambient lighting (Overland)


What's New - exterior

- Adaptive headlamps (Summit and SRT)

- Badge, SRT, new style, no longer includes "8"

- Capless fuel filler

- Exhaust tips, chrome dual outlet (Limited, Overland, Summit; all engines)

- Exhaust tips, black chrome dual outlet (SRT)

- Forward Collision Warning with Crash Mitigation

- Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lamps (all models except Laredo)

- High-pressure Headlamp washers (Standard on Summit, new for SRT)

- Lane departure warning

- Launch control (SRT only)

- LED taillamps (all models)

- Lower rear fascias that are unique for each model

- Mirrors, Chrome, power fold, with approach lamps (Overland and Summit)

- Park sensors, front, for SRT8

- Redesigned tailgate for improved aerodynamics and visibility (flipper glass eliminated)

- Remote lock or unlock truck doors, start vehicle, and flash lights from any distance via the web or a smartphone application

- Selec-Track system, retuned

- Sharkfin antenna, body-colored

- Improved towing for V6 models (>6,000 lbs.) and SRT (>7,000 lbs.)


Grilles:

Laredo - body-color grille, ? insert
Limited - body color grille with chrome rings, black vertical slats insert
Overland - body-color grille with chrome rings, black honeycomb insert
Summit - body-color with chrome rings, chrome honeycomb insert
SRT8 - black grille with chrome rings, black honeycomb insert


New Interior Colors

Jeep Brown (Overland and Summit)
Indigo Blue/Jeep Brown (Overland) Sepia/Black (SRT)


Returning Interior Colors

Black
Light Frost Beige


Exterior Colors (* new)

Laredo / Limited / Overland

Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Black Forest Green Pearl Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Clear Coat
Cashmere Pear Clear Coat*
Deep Cherry Red Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat*
Maximum Steel Clear Coat
Pacific Blue Pearl Coat*
True Blue Pearl Coat*

Summit

Auburn Pearl Coat*
Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Clear Coat
Deep Cherry Red Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Pearl Coat*

SRT8

Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Deep Cherry Red Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Pearl Coat*
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Redline Pearl Clear Coat*


More 2014 information: 2014 Grand Cherokee at WK2Jeeps.com


--Compiled by Milous
 
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#968 · (Edited)
So this from a Rolls Royce....Of course I know a Jeep will be no where near this or many other car for that matter but its just about executing a sleek design which everyone can do. When in resting position the back cover is the wood to match the rest of the car and it folds completely flush to the back of the seat. The one going in the JGC should be covered by leather and be flush as well. (**This is a design argument solely**)

http://www.netcarshow.com/rolls-royce/2013-phantom/800x600/wallpaper_1e.htm
 
#969 ·
The first (pilot build) NAFTA "EcoDiesel" rolled off the line this month. I'm not sure how many more have been built, but I'm sure there's more than one out there!
 
#970 ·
Is this the US diesel basically? Heard anything about when order banks will open for the diesel and expected startup/delivery?

I thought it was supposed to be available at launch with everything else, but now others are saying it will be a couple months later...

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#971 ·
Hemi coming with the 8 speed right? That should give us a few more MPGs no? Like 15/22 maybe eh? And drop a second or so off the 0-60. Thats what I am excited about..

I really hope the info is accurate so I can get the order in for Dec. 5th. My girl has a real hatred for sunroofs so I can only order the Laredo with options. But I never use em so I don't care either..
 
#972 ·
I thought I saw pricing on the MY14 JGC's but can't find it any more.

Anyone point me to that or did I have a senior moment?
 
#973 ·
I respect the knowledge a group of like minded people gathered here might offer to a fellow Jeep owner about to make,or not make,the purchase of a new JGC.ON one hand,we have some sweet deals on 2012 Altitudes which I think I like.And on the other hand is the much anticipated 2014 with all the new stuff.I have a 70th Edition JGC black with 10,000 miles on it .very clean.Which way would be smart? I'm like a kid in a candy store.Your thoughts PLEASE...
 
#975 · (Edited)
I respect the knowledge a group of like minded people gathered here might offer to a fellow Jeep owner about to make,or not make,the purchase of a new JGC.ON one hand,we have some sweet deals on 2012 Altitudes which I think I like.And on the other hand is the much anticipated 2014 with all the new stuff.I have a 70th Edition JGC black with 10,000 miles on it .very clean.Which way would be smart? I'm like a kid in a candy store.Your thoughts PLEASE...
The biggest change would be the guts of the deal- diesel with 8 speed. If that's not necessary go for the sweet dealio! It also would matter if you're upside down on your current JGC and what you'd get for it.
 
#974 ·
The number 8 is keeping me waiting for the '14

8 speed tranny

8" nav/radio screen


My current vehicle has an 8" nav screen. When I sat in a 2013 Overland the other day I told the dealer, when the 14's are in, give me a call.
 
#989 ·
Guess you're right. But I'm seeing 2013 well equiped Altitudes selling for more than limited and overland models at my dealer so they cant be considered base models... I would like to see it available on the laredo X or an eventual special édition. I hear that the 2014 limited and overland will be sparkling with even more chrome (not sure how that's possible) and that turns me off. So I'm trying to figure a way to configure a laredo X with all the options I need... Not easy!
 
#993 ·
Manufacturers always have "loss leaders" for Scots and fleet buyers, Pontiac even bought Ford transmissions in the '60s to do so.

Personally, I buy a new car to keep for a long time, usually takes me a year to make the way I want it to be. Cars today are in the middle of a technological revolution that is trying to preven owner modifications since they worry the bean counters.

Know this is going to be unpopular but with the state of entertainment and monitoring systems today, I would prefer that it had been available with a "radio accomodation package" All that is really needed is an amp, speakers, and a way to connect a full featured tablet (Android or iOS).

Today, what you can order are things usable only with the rest of the heep attached and to me that is a fundamental error.
 
#994 ·
Good morning Milous,

I have a 2002 Ford Explorer with a small V8 that I'm looking to trade in in the near furture. I have a couple of questions for you:

1.Stop & Go Technology - Can you briefly explain the "stop & go" technology I have been hearing about? Will it be available on both the v6 & V8? How would this tecnology effect the towing ability of this vehicle? Strain on the engine, electrical system, etc.?

2. Towing - Right now my Explorer with the 4.6L V8 handles my fishing boat quite well. My boat's overall weight, with all my gear runs anywhere between 3500 - 3700 lbs. I live in the Midwest, Chicago area, with very little hills BUT I do travel to Wisconsin and Minnesota to my favorite fishing lakes.

I'm looking at the 2014 Overland and wanted to do research on this technology and the ability on the GC to replace my Explorer.

Thank you for your expertise and knowledge in this forum!!!
 
#995 ·
1.Stop & Go Technology - Can you briefly explain the "stop & go" technology I have been hearing about? Will it be available on both the v6 & V8? How would this tecnology effect the towing ability of this vehicle? Strain on the engine, electrical system, etc.?
You may be confusing the Cruise Control w/Stop with Engine stop/start technology which shuts off/restarts the engine to save fuel. I don't believe that the engine stop/start feature is going to make it into any 2014 Grand Cherokee models.

The Cruise Control w/stop feature is a "full" cruise control that is able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop (when traffic gets heavier), and then automatically resume vehicle speed. The current system (without the "Stop" feature) cuts off below a set minimum speed, requiring driver intervention.
 
#998 ·
I am new to this forum as I do not own a Jeep Grand Cherokee yet. I have an 04 Touareg v8. I love it, minus the upkeep. However, it is time to replace it, and frankly would have already if I did not hear that Jeep was coming out with the CRD. The new Touaregs are a disappointment in that they removed the low transfer case. Its not longer what the 1st generation to offer in capability. To answer your question. IN regards to your 02 v8 explorer, I would venture a guess that all engine options offered on this would probably out perform your 02 v8. A lot has changed in the last 10-12 years. First, the transmissions offer far more gears to allow even less powerful engines stay within the ideal rpm range for power. Second, modern engines offer direct injection, etc. putting out more power while using less displacement and ultimately fuel. I have not compared the figures, but I would venture a guess that the new penstar v6 probably puts out more power and torque than your current v8. It definitely puts out more power, in the worst case it might put out slightly less torque. That v8 has been around for a while, and I do not think they even offer it in any model anymore, including their trucks. Nevertheless, I would say, if you want to play it safe, get the v8 hemi which definitely outperforms your current model. If it were my choice, wait for the v6 diesel. You will get 30mpg and 400ft lbs of torque. You really cannot beat that.
 
#1,020 ·
Thanks for your input! I know my V8 only produces 240 horses so either the V6 or the Hemi would outperform my current engine. I usually keep my vehicles for at least 10 years so I need to make sure of the towing ability of my next vehicle. It's been a year now since I joined the JG Forum and have been very pleased with all the informative feedback. I'm looking forward to see what the 2014 GC looks like. I will probably test drive both the V6 & V8. Maybe, if I can convince the delear or even rent one for the weekend and tow my boat around to see what it would do would definately be a plus in making my decision.

Thanks everyone!!!
 
#1,009 ·
How about some OEM tires that actually have some decent aggressive tread pattern to them rather than the cushy baby smooth stock tires? That would help as well!
 
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