2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

At a Glance

Pricing $27,495 - $59,995
Drive Types RWD, AWD
Engines 3.6l V6, 5.7l V8, 6.4l V8
Transmissions A5, A6
Fuel Economy 12-17 (city), 18-23 (highway)

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a premium five-passenger SUV with sound off-road credentials. Development of the current Grand Cherokee occurred when Chrysler was owned by Daimler-Benz, so it should come as no surprise that it is the most refined and luxurious model to date. With widespread availability of three-row seating in this segment, the Grand Cherokee makes due with two rows of seats and an ample cargo area. Buyers looking for three row seating should investigate the Dodge Durango which is mechanically related to the Grand Cherokee. The base engine is Chrysler's 3.6l V6 engine rated at 290-bhp. An optional 350-bhp, 5.7l Hemi V8 is available on all trim levels. The ultimate Grand Cherokee SRT8 utilizes Chrysler's 6.4l V8 rated at 470-bhp.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Grand Cherokee Laredo 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 RWD $27,495
Grand Cherokee Laredo 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 AWD $29,495
Grand Cherokee Laredo X 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 RWD $34,695
Grand Cherokee Laredo X 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 RWD $36,390
Grand Cherokee Laredo X 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 AWD $36,695
Grand Cherokee Laredo X 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 AWD $38,390
Grand Cherokee Limited 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 RWD $36,795
Grand Cherokee Limited 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 RWD $38,490
Grand Cherokee Limited 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 AWD $39,295
Grand Cherokee Limited 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 AWD $40,990
Grand Cherokee Overland 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 RWD $40,095
Grand Cherokee Overland 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 RWD $41,790
Grand Cherokee Overland 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) A5 AWD $43,595
Grand Cherokee Overland 5.7l V8 (360-bhp) A6 AWD $45,790
Grand Cherokee SRT8 6.4l V8 (470-bhp) A5 AWD $59,995