![]() Offshore Chrysler offices must have extraordinary pull because Australia has been able to extract amazing pricing largesse from the headquarters in Michigan. Astonishingly well when you consider the pricing, which places it well below any of those, or even top-line Japanese 4WDs such as the Toyota Prado. ![]() ![]() It might not quite be the benchmark premium SUV as claimed at the 2011 Australian launch, but it nevertheless sits pretty well with established contenders such as the X5, Range Rover Sport and Mercedes-Benz ML-class. This is particularly so when you look at the big Jeep’s dynamic abilities and compare them with previous Grand Cherokees. Knowing what car-makers are often like, it would have been no surprise at the latest generation Grand Cherokee’s Australian launch in early 2011 if the company had not cited BMW’s X5, the Range Rover Sport and Mercedes-Benz ML series as its market targets, at least for the top of the range Overland model.Ī quick look at the specifications and equipment – all-independent air suspension, variable-displacement V8 engine, multi-mode all-wheel drive traction control, seven airbags (although it only scores four ANCAP stars), blind spot monitoring, reversing camera, high beam assist, satellite navigation, full-length glass sunroof, heated, power adjusted steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats with eight-way power adjustment, heated rear seats, power tailgate, bi-Xenon headlights with auto dipping, keyless ignition, adaptive cruise control, nine-speaker, 506 Watt Alpine audio – suggests there is not a lot wanting in the X5-size, US-built 4WD. Trying to find a natural competitor for Jeep’s top of the line Grand Cherokee Overland is like walking in to a certain, recently established German supermarket chain: Most of the goods are there, but the prices are a bit out of kilter with what you normally expect. Options fitted to test car (not included in above price): NilĪlso consider: BMW X5 (from $92,100) Mercedes-Benz M-Class (from $81,400) Range Rover Sport (from $100,400) Toyota Prado ($55,990) ![]() Price Guide (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges): $69,500 ![]()
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