Cairo – Egypt – September 2. 2024: Stellantis Egypt launches the all-new Jeep® Grand Cherokee L in the Egyptian market and announces the resumption of its manufacturing through assembly at the Arab American Vehicles (AAV) plant (affiliated with the Arab Organization for Industrialization) in Egypt. At the foot of the Giza Pyramids, the event was attended by government officials, management from the Arab American Vehicles company (AAV), and a selection of automotive industry enthusiasts in the Egyptian market, along with Stellantis leadership, including Samir Cherfan, Stellantis Middle East and Africa Chief Operating Officer, Hisham Hosni, Stellantis Egypt Managing Director, and the network of authorized dealers and distributors.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L, now being assembled in Egypt, represents the culmination of over 30 years of Grand Cherokee and five generations of its SUV excellence, with the Grand Cherokee being one of the most-awarded SUV in history. It has won countless automotive industry awards, exceeded 7 million global sales, and continues to surpass expectations with the new Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
The newest iteration is designed and engineered to deliver an unmatched combination of even more legendary 4×4 capability, superior on-road refinement, premium styling and craftsmanship inside and out, and a host of advanced safety and technology features. The result is the new Jeep Grand Cherokee L, for the first time ever with seating for seven passengers, meeting the needs of customers looking for an SUV that can accommodate more than five passengers.
It is built on an all-new architecture and wrapped in a stunning new design that honors its iconic Jeep design heritage, while also extending to accommodate a third row to meet the growing needs of our Jeep customers who have asked for more space and functionality. The Grand Cherokee L truly stands out in its segment and continues to raise the bar in capability, performance and luxury, while also breaking new ground in versatility and functionality.
The design for the first-ever three-row Grand Cherokee pays respect to its heritage and honors its utilitarian roots. The results reflect its premium characteristics, contemporary style and legendary capability that has defined the Grand Cherokee since its inception.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L stands out in its class and continues to raise the bar for capability, performance, and luxury while also breaking new ground in versatility. The distinctive Jeep Grand Cherokee L model is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine, which is one of the most powerful and efficient engines in its class. This robust 6-cylinder engine generates up to 290 horsepower at peak torque, delivering unmatched driving performance.
To fully harness this powerful engine, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is equipped with an advanced 8-speed automatic transmission. This advanced gearbox provides smooth and quick shifts, enhancing fuel efficiency and improving driving dynamics in various conditions and terrains.
With these outstanding performance specifications, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L perfectly combines power and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for drivers seeking an enjoyable and dynamic driving experience.
Designed inside and out to reflect its heritage and legacy, the Jeep design team envisioned a modern Jeep Grand Cherokee L and worked to give it a luxurious, elegant appearance that respects its roots and is entirely in tune with today’s customers. The exterior design includes the front grille tilted forward to emphasize the hood’s length. The most noticeable change in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L’s face is the new slim LED headlights, which are a key focal point that highlights the car’s artistic character. Additionally, the signature seven-slot grille has been updated to be more expansive with larger individual slots, defined by elegant trim that highlights the advanced lighting and emphasizes the vehicle’s width. The low beltline and extended glass from the side allow for a more spacious cabin and increased visibility. The new roofline design makes it appear to float, harmonizing with the new window moldings.
Continuing with its modern theme, the elegant and elevated LED taillights are designed to visually distribute the rear proportions and enhance the vehicle’s artistic side. The unique line just below the taillights provides visual comfort and transitions to the side of the car, unifying the rear and side body in a harmonious way. The vertical pillars added to the rear door help reduce road drag. A rear-view camera is neatly placed in the rear door spoiler, which also features a new LED stop lamp mounted at the top. Other rear elements include 20-inch wheels and more.
When it comes to the interior design of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, the goal is to create one of the most stunning and technologically advanced interiors in the industry. The design evolves in the next generation, with attention to detail and modern comforts that seamlessly integrate with the new exterior design. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L seats seven for the first time ever.
As soon as you enter the vehicle, the driver and front passenger will notice how the new design of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L adds dimension and harmony. The dashboard is designed with angles and shapes to create a spacious feel that is celebrated. A bright structural element elegantly surrounds the next-generation 10.1-inch display for the new Uconnect 5 system, along with a frameless 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster that offers a variety of options for users to choose from, including driver assistance technologies like adaptive cruise control, highway assist, and digital cluster control display. Another highlight is the multifunction steering wheel with paddle shifters.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L model features a range of unique specifications, including a 360-degree camera that allows the driver to see everything around the vehicle, an Alpine sound system with 9 speakers, 12 USB ports, remote engine start, tri-zone air conditioning, elegant black leather seats, and a new vehicle length of 5.2 meters, which provides seating for 7 with comfortable interior spaces and a larger luggage compartment. The vehicle also offers a power liftgate, making it easy to open and close.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L design team has redesigned the center console, which now features an entirely new look with glossy piano black, and to emphasize the Jeep brand’s original character, the gear shifter is surrounded by the ride height and Selec-Terrain switches. New streamlined cupholders allow for more space and increased storage in the front bin.
’All-new seat design debuts in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, with an 8-way power-adjustable position and heated seats in the first two rows, along with configurable controls on three levels for passengers’ personalized comfort. Additionally, a full range of new customizable interior LED lights with standard day/night settings are available on all models.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L not only boasts stunning interior and exterior designs but also offers over 110 technological safety and security features, including innovative applications of technologies that enhance the connection between the driver, vehicle, and road. These features facilitate device visibility and enable driver assistance capabilities that help avoid collisions.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L also includes the Intersection Collision Assist system, which helps detect vehicles approaching from the left and right when the driver approaches an intersection. Four radar sensors and one camera determine whether a collision is imminent, prompting the system to issue audible and visual alerts. If the driver does not respond, the system automatically activates the car’s brakes. Standard safety features in the jeep Grand Cherokee L range include:
– Full-speed collision warning with active braking and pedestrian/cyclist detection
– Rear path detection
– Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go
– Active lane management
– LaneSense lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist
– Advanced brake assist
– ParkView rear backup camera
– ParkSense rear park assist sensors
– Electric parking brake activated by switching
– Tire pressure monitoring
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L also features the latest and most advanced Uconnect system ever, offering operating speeds five times faster than the previous generation. The system’s feature set includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen, five user profiles, plus a valet mode—music preferences, apps, seat position, mirror angles, and customizable climate comfort levels, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Other impressive features available in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L model include an advanced rear-seat camera system that provides high-resolution images of passengers in the second and third-row child seats facing the rear. This feature allows drivers to ensure children’s safety while driving.
These advanced features and more in the Jeep Grand Cherokee L confirm the brand’s continued focus on passenger comfort and providing a safe and comfortable driving experience for all family members.
Established legacy of luxurious, capable Jeep SUVs
Built on over 80 years of legendary heritage, every Jeep vehicle has a remarkable lineage and unique personality. Each is authentic with class-leading capability and versatility. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is no exception. The initial debut of the Grand Cherokee set a new industry benchmark for luxury and capability and ushered in four celebrated generations that would lead to it becoming the most awarded SUV in history.
First-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee (ZJ): 1993-1998
The Jeep Grand Cherokee made its now famous debut by crashing through the convention center glass at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 7, 1992. The first SUV equipped with a driver-side air bag, it set new standards for on-road ride, handling and comfort in an SUV. The 105.9-inch-wheelbase Grand Cherokee took refinement to a new level. A new Quadra-Coil suspension featured a coil/multilink configuration. A 5.2-liter V-8 engine was offered as an option and a Dana 44 rear axle was available for some models.
Second-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ): 1999-2004
The WJ a complete redesign. Only 127 parts carried over from its predecessor. A larger cabin with more room for rear passengers and larger doors increased comfort, and location of the controls for the driver were more conveniently located. A new feature included the automatic four-wheel drive option (Quadra-Drive) with a new transfer case. This two-speed, chain-driven transfer case used a gerotor, a clutch pack coupled to a hydraulic pump, to transfer torque between the front and rear axles. The transfer case contained three modes: 4-Lo, Neutral and 4-All Time (with 100 percent of torque distributed to the rear axle under normal conditions).
Third-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK): 2005-2010
A complete redesign of the ZJ/WJ, the all-new Grand Cherokee combined power, luxury and a significantly quieter, more comfortable ride. Jeep engineers worked hard to improve on-road refinement by adding a short/long-arm independent front suspension. The ground-up transformation continued with a choice of three power plants, including the mighty 330-horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine. The 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 featured a 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 with 420 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque, 20-inch lightweight forged wheels and four-piston Brembo brakes. The available full-time Quadra-Drive II 4×4 system featured front and rear limited slip differentials and a center differential-lock that operated in low-range.
Fourth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2): 2011-2023
All-new for 2011 and more than 4 million sales after the introduction of the first Grand Cherokee, Jeep improved the formula to deliver the perfect blend of on-road refinement and off-road capability, with improved fuel economy, a world-class interior, a sleek new exterior design and a host of safety and technology features. A Trailhawk model was introduced in 2017 with standard Quadra-Lift air suspension, the Quadra-Drive II 4×4 system, all-terrain tires and a Skid Plate Package. The new Trackhawk was released as the quickest and most powerful SUV ever. It boasted a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 engine, modified engine cooling, high-performance Brembo brake system and Launch mode for an incredible track performance.
