Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee the Best Mid-Size SUV in Canada?

How do you celebrate 80 years of the Jeep brand? By launching a new Jeep, that’s how. 2022 brought the latest incarnation of the Grand Cherokee to come out of Detroit. This comes hot on the trails of the 3-row Jeep Grand Cherokee L that launched in 2021. But how does the shorter wheelbase model fare? As is tradition for Jeep, both a Pentastar V6 and a HEMI V8 are available. Electrification is the name of the game for the WL chassis, however. The 3.6L Pentastar engine now gets assistance from a 48V mild hybrid system, dubbed eTorque. This improves the engine start-stop system and provides an extra 90 lb-ft of torque when accelerating from a stop, all while bettering fuel economy. The result? A genuinely smooth experience every time you press the throttle. The HEMI engine comes sans electrification this time around, but benefits from cylinder deactivation at lower speeds. But there’s a new powertrain available for the Grand Cherokee: the 4xe. In this spec, the Grand Cherokee comes with a turbocharged engine and all electric driving capabilities. The 4xe can go up to 42 kilometers on just battery power, or 761 kilometers between fuel ups. It’s a great way to save money on your commute and get all the perks of green plates, like priority parking and unrestricted use of HOV lanes. Four wheel drive comes standard on all variants, in the form of Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II, or Quadra-Drive II. Also equipped is Quadra-Lift air suspension, with user-selectable ride height and a more refined ride around corners. Inside, the SUV greets you to a wealth of technology. Uconnect 5 provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, mated to an 8.4″ or 10.1″ centrally mounted display. The high resolution screen makes it easy to navigate, even under direct sunlight. Behind the steering wheel, an optional digital gauge cluster features integrated navigation, and the heads up display makes it even easier to keep your eyes focused on the road. The Grand Cherokee also packs a quality audio experience, with tuned Alpine or McIntosh speakers on select trims. Want to see how the Grand Cherokee can fit into your life? Give us a call at 416-281-6200 or 1-888-904-1281 and drive one today!