2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEEThe Grand Cherokee was a spinoff of the smaller Jeep Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983 when American Motors (AMC) engineers were designing a Cherokee successor [1]. The 1989 "Jeep Concept 1" show car foretold the basic design. The Grand Cherokee was the first Chrysler-badged Jeep product since AMC came up with the concept; the AMC engineers/designers behind the project, later Chrysler employees (after the 1987 buyout of AMC) were eager for a late 1980s release date; however, then-CEO Lee Iacocca was pushing for redesigned Chrysler minivans, thus delaying the Grand Cherokee's release until late 1992 as an Explorer competitor.
The Grand Cherokee debuted in grand fashion at the 1992 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. Then-Chrysler president Robert Lutz drove Detroit mayor, Coleman Young up the steps of Cobo Hall and through a plate glass window to show off the new vehicle. Production of the Grand Cherokee started shortly afterward in the purpose-built Jefferson North Assembly in Detroit, Michigan and has remained there since.
ENGINES
3.7-Liter V6 Engine Details
AXLES - REAR
213MM Rear Axle
AXLES - GEAR RATIOS
3.07 Axle Ratio Details
TRANSMISSIONS
5-Speed Auto W5A580 Transmission Details
TIRES
P245/65R17 BSW All Terrain Tires
Goodyear Brand Tires
WHEELS
17" x 7.5" Aluminum Sparkle Silver Wheels
ROOFS
Standard Roof
SPEAKER SYSTEMS
6 Speakers
SOUND SYSTEMS
AM/FM Stereo Radio w/In-Dash CD Plyr/MP3 Capability
SOUND SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SEATS
Cloth Bucket Seats with Adjustable Head Restraints
MIRRORS
Rear View Day/Night Mirror
Power Heated Fold-Away Mirrors
GLASS
Tinted Windshield Glass
Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
CONVENIENCE/SECURITY OPTIONS
Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags Details
Supplemental Side Curtain Air Bags Details
Supplemental Side Curtain Front and Rear Air Bags Detail
Power Windows w/Front One-Touch Up and Down Feature
Power Locks
Power 8-Way Driver's Seat
CLIMATE CONTROL OPTIONS
Air Conditioning
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
160-Ampere Alternator
730-Ampere Maintenance Free Battery
Brake Assist Details
Electronic Stability Program Details
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Brakes Details
Bucket Seats with Adjustable Head Restraints
Driver's Manually-Adjustable Lumbar Support
Child Seat Upper Tether Anchorages
Rear 60/40 Folding Seat Details
Center Rear 3-Point Seat Belt Details
Cloth-Covered Headliner
Floor Carpet
Cargo Compartment Carpet
Cargo Tie-Down Loops
Reversible/Waterproof Cargo Storage
Cargo Trim Panel with Storage Net
Passenger Assist Handles
Base Door Trim Panel
Full-Length Floor Console
Overhead Console
Front Door Tinted Glass
Liftgate Flipper Glass
Rear Window Defroster
Sun Visors with Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Sentry Key® Theft-Deterrent System Details
Hood Insulation
Deluxe Insulation Group
Instrument Panel
Instrument Cluster with Tachometer
140-MPH Speedometer
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Dual-Note Electric Horns
Locking Glove Box
12-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet
Power Accessory Delay
Bodyside Molding
Sill Molding
Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Signal Details
Illuminated Entry
Warning Chime
Vehicle Information Center
Courtesy Lamps
Glove Box Lamp
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
Cargo Compartment Lamp
Traveler/Mini Trip Computer
Halogen Headlamps
Rear Center Hi-Mount Stop Lamp
Enhanced Accident Response System
Body-Color Grille
Black Windshield Moldings
Body-Color Fascias
Black Belt Molding
Body-Color Door Handles
"Jeep" Badge
Black Roof Molding (Replaces Roof Rail)
"Laredo" Badge
21.1 Gallon Fuel Tank
Power Steering Cooler
Speed Control
Standard Duty Engine Cooling
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Details
Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering Details
Steering Wheel
Normal Duty Suspension
Full-Size Spare Tire
1-Year Service Provided by SIRIUS® Details
Tip Start
