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Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 2017 Model Year

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Last updated 01/28/2017


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For a complete breakdown of all features and options, along with MSRP and dealer invoice, see:

Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 - 2017 Grand Cherokee pricing and options

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• Order banks open - June 9, 2016 (except SRT)
• Order banks open - July 14, 2016 (SRT)
• Production startup - July 25, 2016 (August 15, 2016 for SRT)
• Press materials launch USA - September 1, 2016 (March 23rd New York Auto Show for Trailhawk and Summit)
• Press materials launch CANADA - October 1, 2016
• 7th of 8 model years for the 4th generation Grand Cherokee
• Laredo, Limited, Overland, Summit and 6.4L SRT models continue
• 75th Anniversary models continue until December 2016 (as 2017 model year vehicles)
• Altitude IV model (based on Laredo, production launch October 10, 2016)
• 3.0L CRD engine continues (240 hp @ 3,600 rpm 420 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800 rpm) (delayed availability, no ETA)
• 3.6L ESS engine continues (295 hp @ 6,400 rpm 260 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm) (293HP when equipped with single exhaust)
• 5.7L Hemi engine continues (360 hp @ 5,150 rpm 390 lb-ft of torque @ 4,250 rpm)
• 6.4L Hemi engine continues (475 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 470 lb.-ft. @ 4,300 rpm)


MSRP / (invoice) (pricing as of 10/01/2016)

Laredo 4X2 - $30,395 ($30,270) + $995 destination
Laredo E 4X2 - $32,695 ($31,796) + $995 destination
Laredo 75th 4X2 - $35,275 ($34,607) + $995 destination
Laredo Altitude 4X2 - $36,195 ($35,432) + $995 destination
Limited 4X2 - $37,995 ($36,746) + $995 destination
Limited 75th 4X2 - $41,505 ($39,866) + $995 destination
Overland 4X2 - $44,795 ($43,070) + $995 destination
Summit 4X2 - $50,495 ($48,371) + $995 destination

USA 4X4 base MSRP (Invoice)

Laredo 4X4 - $32,695 ($32,534) + $995 destination
Laredo E 4X4 - $34,695 ($33,739) + $995 destination
Laredo 75th 4X4 - $37,275 ($36,604) + $995 destination
Laredo Altitude 4X4 - $38,495 ($37,696) + $995 destination
Limited 4X4 - $39,995 ($38,686) + $995 destination
Limited 75th 4X4 - $43,505 ($41,806) + $995 destination
Trailhawk 4X4 - $43,095 ($41,569) + $995 destination
Overland 4X4 - $47,795 ($45,940) + $995 destination
Summit 4X4 - $53,495 ($51,241) + $995 destination
SRT 4X4 - $66,895 ($64,199) + $995 destination

What's New:

• Order banks open - June 9, 2016 (July 14, 2016 for SRT)
• Production startup - July 25, 2016 (August 15, 2016 for SRT; indefinite Delay for CRD models)
• Sales launch - September 1, 2016
• 7th model year for the 4th generation Grand Cherokee
• Same drivetrains as 2016 models (except for new transmissions in CRD and 2WD models) (V6 = 295HP w/dual exhaust, and 293hp with single exhaust)
• Laredo, Limited, Overland, Summit and SRT (6.4L) models continue
• 75th Anniversary editions continue as 2017 models

• New: Altitude IV model (based on Laredo, production launch October 10, 2016)
• New: Trailhawk model (with 3.0L CRD, 3.6L and 5.7L engine options)
• New: 75th Anniversary Model Front Fascia added to Laredo, Limited and Overland
• New: 9.5" interior rearview mirror, replaces current 10.5" mirror (auto-dim on/off "hard" button located on the mirror)
• New: Microphones in headliner, replaces rear view mirror microphone
• New: Rear ELSD with Selec-Speed Control available for 3.6L models (except Summit)
• New: Rear Trailer Hitch Camera View Capability
• New: Standard ParkView Rear Back-up Camera and Rear Park Sensors
• New: Additional Laguna leather for Summit interior
• New: LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus
• New: ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist
• New: 2nd generation 8HP75 transmission (All CRD models)
• New: 2nd generation 850RE transmission (All 4x2 models except CRD)
• New: Interior color - Indigo/Ski Gray (Summit)
• New: Exterior Color - Diamond Black Pearl (production launch 08/08/2016)
• New: Exterior Color - Rhino (aka Bruiser Grey, Trailhawk only) (production launch 09/12/2016)
• New: Exterior Color - Walnut Brown (aka Stout Brown) (production launch 09/12/2016)
• New: Deleted colors - Brilliant Black, Light Brownstone and Maximum Steel

What's New SRT:

• New: Refreshed front fascia
• New: Fully Wrapped Signature Leather Interior available
• New: Demonic Red Laguna seats w/red seat belts available
• New: 9.5" interior rearview mirror, replaces current 10.5" mirror (auto-dim on/off "hard" button located on the mirror)
• New: Microphones in headliner, replaces rear view mirror microphone
• New: LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus
• New: ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist
• New: Rear Trailer Hitch Camera View Capability
• New: Standard ParkView Rear Back-up Camera and Rear Park Sensors
• New: New wheels (WSH and WPM)
• New: SRT Unique Shift Knob
• New: Rear Spoiler
• New: LED Fog Lamps
• New: Exterior Color - Diamond Black Pearl (production launch 08/08/2016)
• New: Exterior Color - Rhino (production launch 09/12/2016)
• New: Deleted colors - Brilliant Black and Maximum Steel


Seats:

Laredo
Cloth Low Back Bucket Seats/Black
Cloth Low Back Bucket Seats/Black/Lt Frost Beige

Limited
Leather Trim Seats w/Perf Inserts/Black
Leather Trim Seats w/Perf Inserts/Black/Lt Frost Beige
Prem Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black
Prem Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black/Lt Frost Beige

Trailhawk
Trailhawk Seats/Black/Ruby Red stitching
Leather Trim Seats w/Perf Inserts/Black (late availability, production launch January 2017)

Overland
Leather Trim Seats w/Edge Welting/Black
Leather Trim Seats w/Edge Welting/Brown/Lt. Frost
Leather Trim Seats w/Edge Welting/Indigo Blue/Brown

Summit
Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black
Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Brown
Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Dark Sienna Brown/Black
Premium Laguna Leather Seats/Indigo/Ski Gray

SRT:
Black/Black Nappa leather
Black/Sepia Nappa leather
Black/Black Laguna leather
Black/Demonic Red Laguna leather


Exterior color name changes:

Bright White (aka White Knuckle)
Ivory 3-Coat (aka Vice White)
Luxury Brown (aka Bomber Brown)
Rhino (aka Bruiser Grey)
True Blue (aka Blu By You)
Velvet Red (aka Octane Red)
Walnut Brown (aka Stout Brown)

Laredo exterior colors:
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Diamond Black Crystal P/C
Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
Recon Green Clear Coat (75th Anniversary only)
Rhino (Altitude only)
True Blue Pearl Coat (n/a with 75th anniversary)
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Walnut Brown Met. Clear Coat

Limited exterior colors:
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Diamond Black Crystal P/C
Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat (n/a with 75th anniversary)
Recon Green Clear Coat (75th Anniversary only)
True Blue Pearl Coat (n/a with 75th anniversary)
Velvet Red Pearl Coat (n/a with 75th anniversary)
Walnut Brown Met. Clear Coat (late availability)

Trailhawk exterior colors:
Billet Silver
Bright White
Diamond Black Crystal
Granite Crystal
Redline Red
Rhino
Velvet Red

Overland exterior colors:
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Diamond Black Crystal P/C
Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
Ivory 3 Coat $595 ($530)
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Walnut Brown Met. Clear Coat (late availability)

Summit exterior colors:
Bright White
Diamond Black Crystal
Granite Crystal
Ivory 3 Coat $595 ($530)
Luxury Brown
True Blue
Velvet Red
Walnut Brown Met. Clear Coat (late availability)

SRT exterior colors:
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Bright White Clear Coat
Diamond Black Crystal P/C
Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
Ivory 3 Coat $595 ($530)
Redline 2
Rhino
True Blue Pearl Coat
Velvet Red Pearl Coat

Discontinued exterior color: Maximum Steel Metallic (+ more)


New packages

Jeep Active Safety Group $1,495 ($1,331) Availability: Limited, Overland, Trailhawk
• Advanced Brake Assist (BGG)
• Full Speed Fwd Collision Warn Plus (LSU)
• Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers (JHC)
• Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop (NH3)
• Lane Departure Warning Plus (LAS)
• Parallel & Perp Park Assist w/Stop (XH5)

Trailhawk Luxury Group (see post #2 for details)


--Milous
 
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#816 ·
Made it to the NY Auto show today - love the trailhawk and am definitely interested in one. Pricing wasn't listed so I am curious where it will fall in the Limited/Overland/Summit pricing. Also curious how it will feel because of the adjusted air suspension compared to the standard air. It is a really awesome looking car though.

Also checked out the 75th anniversary and in person it is awesome. The bronze trim looks great.

Last stop was to check out the new summit - couldn't sit in it but saw the rims in person and they look much better than in pictures. The chrome wasn't shiny and the wheels actually looked great. Could see some of the new leather as well, love the gray and I have seen stitching like that on some Audi's. Not my favorite but doesn't look bad. On the gray it wasn't too offensive, I imagine on darker material it will stand out too much though.

Love the jeeps, really want to get one. My last was a 96 with 5.2L V8. I loved that car.
 
#819 ·
Made it to the NY Auto show today - love the trailhawk and am definitely interested in one. Pricing wasn't listed so I am curious where it will fall in the Limited/Overland/Summit pricing. Also curious how it will feel because of the adjusted air suspension compared to the standard air. It is a really awesome looking car though.



Also checked out the 75th anniversary and in person it is awesome. The bronze trim looks great.



Last stop was to check out the new summit - couldn't sit in it but saw the rims in person and they look much better than in pictures. The chrome wasn't shiny and the wheels actually looked great. Could see some of the new leather as well, love the gray and I have seen stitching like that on some Audi's. Not my favorite but doesn't look bad. On the gray it wasn't too offensive, I imagine on darker material it will stand out too much though.



Love the jeeps, really want to get one. My last was a 96 with 5.2L V8. I loved that car.

I'm jealous! Wonder if they will make it to the local car shows now that they have been debuted...


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#828 ·
Hey Milous Thanks for all the info! Earlier you mentioned that the Trailhawk may have red seats. Are you referring to the red stitching on the black versions or will there be a separate option for full red leather on the Trailhawk? If so, will this be a late availability item?
 
#837 · (Edited)
OK I admit that I am the odd man out here but my quibble with Jeep and quite frankly most of the car companies is not too much chrome or the style of the wheels or trim details but rather the colors that they offer in the SUV lines. They all remind me of a stroll through a rental car lot. You have refrigerator white, coal black, silver gray, dark gray, blue gray, and a red metallic ( thankfully) . What I would really like is the ability to order " color to spec" and would certainly be willing to pay extra for it. Seems like they would be happy to pick up an extra 2 or 3 thousand for painting a GC a different color.
Failing that how about offering some vibrant colors like the hydro blue pearl coat that we ordered on our Wrangler Unlimited or the B5 blue that they offer on the Challengers or the Itallian Racing Red like Jaguar. I am getting the impression that Jeep assumes if you are an SUV buyer you must only like boring colors.
I did see a Mercedes SUV in a very pretty vibrant green metallic today as I drove past the the dealership today so perhaps their at least some alternatives. End of rant:)
 
#842 ·
If I go with another GC red velvet will definitely be the color I choose but it is certainly not what I would consider a "vibrant" color. In the absence of the ability to specify a color I would like to be able to order a GC Summit from a color palette more like the ones offered to Challenger and Wrangler buyers than the colors offered to purchasers of mini vans which FCA seems to lump GC purchasers together with regarding color preferences.

Prior the Wrangler Unlimited we had a 14 GC with the previous red metallic version. Never had anyone make a single comment. In the year that we have had the Hydro Blue Pearlcoat Wrangler, if I had a dollar for every time a complete stranger has come up to me and told me how much they liked the color and asked what it was called I could pay for dinner for two at a nice restaurant.

I realize it is what it is and I will either buy a GC Summit or I won't but my fervent hope is that someone at FCA will read this and think to themselves " maybe every GC Summit buyer does not prefer subdued colors" . Probably too much to hope for.
 
#844 · (Edited)
If I go with another GC red velvet will definitely be the color I choose but it is certainly not what I would consider a "vibrant" color. In the absence of the ability to specify a color I would like to be able to order a GC Summit from a color palette more like the ones offered to Challenger and Wrangler buyers than the colors offered to purchasers of mini vans which FCA seems to lump GC purchasers together with regarding color preferences.
Yeah but you have to understand FCA is in business to sell vehicles and make money. The Grand Cherokee is not a Challenger, nor does it appeal to the same people. No one is going to buy a lime green Grand Cherokee (well maybe a select few). I think the most radical WK2 color made yet would have been the 70th Anniversary "bronze Star" color. Guess how many of those I have seen on the street? 0
Doesn't look terrible, but would I ever buy one? no. Would it be hard for me or a dealer to sell some day? yup.

 
#846 · (Edited)
2017 Grand Cherokee - Features & Changes

Yeah I was just thinking I couldn't imagine a lime green GC or a blue one. Or yellow. Call me basic but that's not my thing unless it's on a lambo.

If you're into blues, FCA does offer a decent amount for the GC compared to the variety of other domestic autos on SUVs. True blue, maximum steel, granite. All three are better than what you can find on an Explorer, Edge, Traverse or Equinox. If you're wanting something bright, the Durango R/T is the closest with bright red (not sure what it's called exactly). The most unique I can think of is that shit orange color that comes on the newer Muranos. Yuck. I'd take boring gray over that crap.
 
#848 ·
Re: 2017 Grand Cherokee - Features & Changes

If you're into blues, FCA does offer a decent amount for the GC compared to the variety of other domestic autos on SUVs. True blue, maximum steel, granite. .
Max Steel is killed for MY17... ;)
 
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#847 ·
I certainly understand your argument but disagree with the underlying premise which seems to be " Challenger and Wrangler buyers are offered bright vibrant colors among others from which to choose. They frequently choose the bright vibrant colors. Grand Cherokee buyers are not offered the choice of bright vibrant colors from which to choose therefore their color preferences must be different from buyers of Challengers and Wranglers and very few would choose those colors even if they were given the option "
I remember someone telling me that Starbucks would be a complete failure because " no one would pay that much for a cup of coffee" of course they wouldn't until someone gave them the option to do so.
I am not sure that the fact not many examples of the special edition bronze were sold is supportive of GC buyers only being interested in subdued colors. When we purchased our 14 GC there was a kind of tan/white/ GC setting on the floor I don't think that one sold well either and I believe I read that Jeep is dropping one of it's gray tones for 2017.
I agree that FCA can do whatever they want but I believe that their are a lot of us that love the GC but hate the limited color selection.
I do believe that at some point one of the car companies will expand their color selection of their SUV's to include some brighter colors and if I am correct the others will be forced to follow suit. If I am wrong I suppose I better buy one and plan on driving it for a long time?
 
#850 ·
Yes, it wasn't my favorite, either, but you're correct that choices are nice. Too many "shades of grey" these days across pretty much every vehicle manufacturer...
 
#853 ·
#851 ·
Speaking of blues, ^^^Jim_in_PA's signature picture reminds of a short lived blue color that you certainly don't see many of. "Winter Chill". That was a fairly extreme color for the Grand Cherokee. I think I can remember seeing 1 Winter Chill WK2 out in the wild.
 
#863 ·
I've only seen one other JGC in Winter Chill regularly in this area. And honestly, the only reason I ended up with that color is that it was the ONLY light color available when I was buying my MY12 Summit (which at that time was an "Overland Summit". I really didn't want another blue car as my previous Highlander Hybrid Limited was blue. But I guess it was in the cards for me as a Penn State Alum. And it's looking like my younger daughter will be going to PSU, too...
 
#852 ·
You are correct. Winter Chill is a beautiful color. A guy who runs a restaurant near my home has one. I often see it as I pass by and it always catches my eye. If it were still available I would certainly order one.
I would really really really love to be able to order a Hydro Blue Pearlcoat. :lol:
 
#867 ·
How does that compare to Recon Green available on the 75th GC?
 
#870 ·
That is a really good question. Perhaps someone at FCA could shed some light on the systems abilities and limitations. I spoke with someone who supposedly was knowledgeable with regard to the automated systems that the car manufacturers use. He told me the actual cost to switch over a paint color on one of the robots is around $100 and that some companies run low production run colors in batches to limit change overs. I can not verify this information but it sounds reasonable.
On another note, if you really want to have some fun go to the Rolls Royce "Configurator" and play with all the colors and interior choices. I am afraid that is as close to a Rolls as I will ever get.
 
#871 · (Edited)
2017 Grand Cherokee - Features & Changes

I'm thinking maybe the auto mfrs have some type of deal with the paint company that offers Pearl paint.

The WK2 has been produced since 2010 and goes from MY 2011 - 2018.

One of the most popular colors for SUVs is PX8 Gloss Black. Jeep ever going to offer it on Grand Cherokee? I'd dump my brand new Jeep GC to get a new one in PX8 black.


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#872 ·
Re: 2017 Grand Cherokee - Features & Changes

I'm thinking maybe the auto mfrs have some type of deal with the paint company that offers Pearl paint.

The WK2 has been produced since 2010 and goes from MY 2011 - 2018.

One of the most popular colors for SUVs is PX8 Gloss Black. Jeep ever going to offer it on Grand Cherokee? I'd dump my brand new Jeep GC to get a new one in PX8 black.


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If you really want it, for the amount you would lose trading a relatively new car you could probably get a custom paint job.


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#873 ·
Imagine paying extra for white!? Okay I know it's probably a multi step or something. But I still find it funny.:lol:

I would love to be able to get recon green and the sienna brown in an Overland. :thumbsup:
 
#877 ·
All 2017 wk2s will have that front end....even the SRT. And by that i mean the new....washerless headlights etc. They arent gonna give the 2017 trailhawk, summit and srt the 75th cues and not do it to the laredo, limited and overland.
 
#880 · (Edited)
2017 Grand Cherokee - Features & Changes

I would love to see the Grand Cherokee in this colour(looks way better in real life, a little less blue and a bit more green lantern green)
Land vehicle Vehicle Car Motor vehicle Full-size car

It look fantastic in the sun, so vibrant and strong
All the current colours are boring, the only interesting one is the velvet red


2011 Grand Cherokee Laredo 3L CRD, Uneek4x4 bull bar, Murchison Products Suspension Lift
 
#892 ·
Bubba . . . your gonna turn blue then purple and then it will be too late !
And the rest . . . deal breaker ? Really ? That deserves another REALLY ?
It took Me way too long . . . 'wishing and hoping and dreaming' my life away !
It won't get you into your car . . . ! Any old timers remember the Song Title that these words come from ? ('60's).
Anything I may of needed from an RA4 I'll just plug in my new iPAD into the Laredo's RA3 and have an even Bigger (& Portable) NAV screen, WIFI & Cellular capability . . . ! "Just Saying!" :) :thumbsup:
 
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