New Jeep Grand Cherokee: Alfa Romeo Platform And & Nbsp; "turbo Four"

The fifth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee, according to Car and Driver, will be markedly different from its predecessor. In particular, the model will move from the Mercedes-Benz M-class platform to the Giorgio chassis. It is also used for the AlfRomeo Giuli sedan and the Stelvio crossover.

• Italian architecture assumes a longitudinal engine mount and basic rear-wheel drive. The simplest modification of the Jeep Grand Cherokee will most likely receive a two-liter gasoline turbo engine. For a surcharge, they will offer six-cylinder engines - gasoline and diesel, as well as a V8 from the current SUV. All motors will operate as part of a moderately hybrid powertrain.
• The SUV will increase in size and will be available with three rows of seats for the first time. Last year, company documents were leaked to the Web, from which it became known that the model will acquire a 10.5-inch digital dashboard, a gearbox control washer and three options for multimedia system displays with a diagonal of 7, 8.4 and 10.1 inches.
• The fifth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee will begin production in 2021. This became known from the agreement of the concern Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) with the American United Workers' Union (UAW).