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Most powerful Grand Cherokee revealed by Jeep

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The new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT boasts 20in alloy wheels, lowered profile, functional design features and race-inspired interior. Grand Cherokee SRT is the best handling Jeep vehicle ever and boasts outstanding ride thanks to the advanced new active adaptive damping suspension and new Selec-Track traction control system. World-class braking comes courtesy of new SRT high-performance Brembo brakes with four-wheel ABS.

Most powerful Grand Cherokee revealed by JeepThe SRT reaches unparalleled levels of standard equipment in its category, offering command-view dual-pane sunroof, Uconnect Navigation infotainment and navigation system, state-of-the-art 825W audio surround-sound system from Harman Kardon, adaptive cruise control and a variety of advanced safety systems including forward collision warning and blind-spot detection with rear cross-path detection.

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT combines the exclusive styling, functionality, on- and off-road capability of the Jeep flagship SUV with the sporty appeal and high-performance features specifically developed by Chrysler Group LLC's Street and Racing Technology (SRT) team.

The result is the most powerful and high-speed Jeep vehicle ever produced. Thanks to its world-class braking, outstanding ride and handling, sporty, muscular stance and powerful V8 HEMI engine, the SRT model enhances the Grand Cherokee lineup with an SUV delivering benchmark performance and technologically advanced features.

SRT is Chrysler Group LLC's in-house division responsible for developing the high performance models of the most exclusive cars in the Group's lineup. Each SRT vehicle adheres to five proven hallmarks that include functional, performance-oriented styling, race-inspired and high-performance interiors, outstanding ride, handling and capability, benchmark braking and awe-inspiring powertrains.

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT is powered by the all-new 6.4-litre HEMI V8 engine with Fuel Saver technology that turns off four of the eight cylinders when full power is not required to ensure increased fuel economy and reduced overall emissions. The V8 powertrain delivers 461bhp (344 kW) and 624Nm of torque and is fitted to the proven five-speed automatic transmission featuring both steering wheel mounted paddle shifters and Auto Stick on the floor.

 
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