2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee – Defiance, OH

Engine Options

Now, this is where we get serious. The kind of engines you're going to find in the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee are not ones you will find in any other SUV of its class. In fact, you're not going to find these engines in just about any other vehicle in any other class.

The base engine, the one you find in the entry-level trim, is a 3.6L Pentastar V6. Few midsize SUVs start right out of the gate with a V6. Most will give you some undersized I4. Not Jeep. With this V6, you'll have 295 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque at your disposal. And even as a base, you can tow up to 6,200 pounds when properly equipped. That's more than several trucks on the road today.

HEMI Power

Next up is the legendary 5.7L HEMI V8. When you want true power and grit, HEMI has your answer. With a max towing potential of 7,200 pounds, this engine will give you 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. And when you don't need all 8 cylinders revved up the engine automatically cuts out to four, helping you save on your fuel efficiency.

Track Ready

Maybe a 5.7L V8 isn't enough for you. Maybe you want more power, more torque, and more performance. Well, then you'll want the 6.4L SRT V8. This is a bigger engine than you'll find in most half-ton pickups. With this 6.4L V8, you're going to keep your 7,200 pounds of towing while upping your other engine specs to 475 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque.

Many people stop at the 6.4L SRT V8. That's a powerful engine and capable of destroying just about any other engine found in an SUV. You're not like most people though, and Jeep isn't like most manufacturers. It gives you exactly what you want: power. Available in the Trackhawk trim, the Supercharged 6.2L V8 is something you need to experience. Yes, it maintains the 7,200 pounds of towing. But it can also go from 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds. How? Because the engine has 707 horsepower and 645 lb-ft of torque. That's an SUV that can keep up on a racetrack and still tow the family camper on vacation. The Jeep Grand Cherokee can do it all.

All-Terrain Features

This is where so many SUVs have lost their way. Manufacturers have been so focused on making crossovers that are glorified sedans, they've forgotten what made the SUV such a unique vehicle. Jeep hasn't forgotten. After all, the Wrangler helped create the industry, sp it's in Jeep's blood. You can expect features to reflect this. If you're looking to maximize your off-road potential, the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a number off features designed just for this.

Trail Rated

Tow hooks are available on several trims (the Trailhawk features red tow hooks). Skid plates are also available, which helps protect your Jeep's underside. This way, sand, brush, branches, and other debris won't become stuck on the undercarriage of your vehicle. And yet the skid plates are easily removed, so if work needs to be done on your vehicle, the plates can be taken off and put back on in no time. And don't forget your all-terrain tires. The Trailhawk trim comes with Kevlar-reinforced tires, so you not only will have excellent traction, but you'll be able to handle any terrain throughout the year. The Trailhawk trim is Trail Rated tough and has been tested for traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation, and water fording.

Keeping You Safe While On The Road

You can't always count on the drivers around you to be paying attention. With so many distractions inside of a vehicle these days, there's just no telling where their concentration might be. That is why vehicles need to be safer than ever before. It's also why the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee makes sure you have all the latest and greatest safety features. This includes the Protech I package, which comes standard on all Grand Cherokees, and the Protech II, which is available on upgraded trims. You can also spring for the Protech II on upper-tier trims.

Protech I

The Protech I package offers blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-path detection. This way, you'll always know where vehicles around you are, even if they are in your blind spot. It also features ParkSense Rear Park Assist and ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera, which will help you mark in any space without someone getting out and aiding you.

Protech II 

The Protech II Package comes with Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking. By using several cameras and sensors, the vehicle can monitor the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you. It will then help you avoid accidents by braking faster than human reflexes allow, which will improve your chance of avoiding an accident. The package also comes with LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist. This will alert you of lane drifts to keep you centered in your lane. The package also offers Automatic High-Beam Headlamps to boost your visibility.

Advanced Protech II 

The Advanced Protech II Package comes with even more features. This includes the Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, which will bring your vehicle to a complete stop when it detects an imminent front collision below 25 MPH. It also comes with adaptive cruise control, plus Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist. It even can sense when rain hits your windshield and automatically turn on the wipers.

Tech Features You Love

Jeep wants to make sure you get the most out of every second you're in your Grand Cherokee. That is why it comes packed with several tech features you will enjoy. This includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This way, you can directly connect with your favorite apps as if you're using an extension of your phone. It also features SiriusXM Satellite Radio and Bluetooth with integrated voice command.

The Grand Cherokee offers Wi-Fi, allowing you to stream your favorite apps without relying on cell phone data. It also makes it possible to connect other external devices, like tablets or computers, giving you a fully-functional Internet connection for any device you might need to use.

UConnect and Alexa

With the aid of the wireless internet connection, you can control your Jeep thanks to the UConnect app downloaded onto your phone. This allows you to turn on the Jeep from inside your house. You can also unlock your car, so if someone else needs to get into the Jeep and you are not around, all you need to do is turn on the app.

To help you take this a step further, Amazon Alexa is offered. So if you are in the Alexa ecosystem, you can start the SUV with your voice, send over navigation to the SUV, or even find out fuel levels and other important information you might need, all without ever stepping foot into the Grand Cherokee.