Many drivers have fallen in love with crossover SUVs, but also are avid nomads and exploring enthusiasts. The 3-row 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has been a sensational home run for this iconic American go-anywhere brand. We knew it was as important as not forgetting your GPS and trail map to give you the full scoop before you pack your climbing or hiking gear! This award-winning and very diverse model will be just the new vehicle many active and savvy consumers are looking for.
What is this capable king of the hill’s history?
The Grand Cherokee’s origins date back to 1983. As teenagers pumped quarters into video games and movies such as “Return of the Jedi” graced screens, this vehicle was born. American Motors Corporation was then in the process of designing its follow-up to the Jeep Cherokee. The development process used CAD software to assure streamlined productivity. As the popularity of minivans was skyrocketing, the project moved at a slow pace until completion in the early ‘90s.
The Grand Cherokee gained instant fans during its final release date in 1992, poised to undergo a fierce battle with the competing Ford Explorer. Chrysler president Robert Lutz drove Detroit Mayor Coleman Young right up the steps of Cobo Hall and straight through a window to strut the new Cherokee’s stuff! The first generation was manufactured from 1992 until 1998, and drivers loved its all-around utility and rugged feel. It quickly began snagging up prestigious honors such as “4×4 of the Year” from Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road.
What features are new on the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
Customers will love the addition of the very popular 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 System. Useful navigation features are standard on the Summit, Overland, Limited, and Summit Reserve trims. This system is 5 times faster than what is found on the 2022 model and is rich with applications while offering easy-to-use controls. Audiophiles will be happy about a noticeable boost in decibel factor with the MX950 Entertainment System now standard on Overland and Summit models.
What type of engines will be powering my exciting outdoor adventure?
Coming as standard is the all-aluminum 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, cranking out 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Beloved by Jeep fans for its raw power and amiable grunt, it boasts a 60-degree angle between cylinder banks to allow for very smooth operation. The Pentastar V6 is sized very appropriately for maximum performance, and has a towing capacity of up to 6,200 lbs. If it’s a bit more power you are after, the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 sets you up with 357 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque.
Made inherently legendary with its placement in other Dodge screechers such as the Challenger SRT Hellcat, the entire Hemi engine line delivers fire-breathing performance. The ingenious addition of Fuel Saver Technology will act as a “smart device” would by closing off half of the cylinders during downtime. Many of the nuances of coming electrification for other brands can’t quite lay claim to unadulterated power such as this, and auto fans everywhere are excited about the next two years’ gas-driven offerings!
What trim levels does this trail-ready SUV offer?
The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is offered in the following variety of trim levels:
- Laredo
- Limited
- Overland
- Summit
- Summit Reserve
Laredo
The Laredo trim is where any excited Jeep enthusiast fulfills their rock and boulder climbing cravings at an entry level. All the drive’s crucial details will be monitored via the 10.1-inch digital gauge cluster, with a fully customizable home screen. Heeding the call from avid tech-loving consumers, there are also a total of 12 USB Type A and C ports. Seating is where you’ll notice just a bit of a difference in quality, as the Laredo comes with cloth seats and manual front-passenger with driver lumbar adjuster. This is still a great means of eagerly getting all four of the Grand Cherokee’s 18-inch aluminum wheels on the ground, and still comes loaded with these safety features:
- Full-Speed Collision Warning
- Active Brake and Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection
- Rear Cross Path detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Active Lane Management
- Lane Departure Warning
- Advanced Brake Assist
- Blind-Spot Monitoring
- Rear Park Assist Sensors
Limited
The Limited trim level is where you begin to enjoy a bit more than just the basics, which still fully rock on the Grand Cherokee. There is also the addition of the Selec-Terrain Traction Management system, getting you efficiently through whatever hand you are dealt regarding road quality! Jeep’s version of these settings very much means business, as you can blast through Rock, Snow, or Sand, along with the fine-tuned Sport and presets of Auto mode. Drivers who deal with inclement climates frequently will enjoy love at first seat with the heated cushions in the first two rows, and 3-way configurable controls.
Overland
The Overland trim model adds the Quadra-Trac II System, which intuitively provides gatekeeping duty for torque distribution. This is where the assistance of technology becomes very cool for serious off-roading: you’ll notice a corrective reaction if there is even the least bit of tire slipping. The Overland model also includes upscale comfort in the form of Nappa leather seats and door panels and a leather-stitched instrument panel. Jeeps happen to be engaging and fun at ANY hour. And this trim also properly sets the mood with the 5-color ambient lighting for the instrument panel.
Summit
The Summit trim level sees upper-end luxury combined with accessible SUV practicality. High-quality Berber floor mats along with an oak wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel are on hand to bump interior appearances up a notch. For the times when the trip may have been a bit more grueling than expected, there is front-row seat massaging with 5 adjustable profiles. You’ll also be making sure that you won’t encounter any urban or wildlife surprises courtesy of the brand-new 360-degree camera.
Drivers have many options lately with the level of high-tech assistance and safety features vehicles now offer. The Summit Trim level also provides you with premium aids in this department, with this watchful and life-saving assortment:
- Active Driving Assist
- Drowsy Driver Detection
- Intersection Collision Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- 360-degree Surround View Camera
- Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist
Summit Reserve
The Summit Reserve trim sets the bar at its utmost highest for the full-size SUV category! The front and second-row seats are premium hand-wrapped with quilted Palermo leather. When the Cherokee first arrived on lots nationwide, drivers loved the way wood blended in with the vehicle’s pleasing visual first impression. Inside on this trim level, there are unique open-pore Waxed Walnut wood and premium delicate fabric on the A-pillars. Audio enjoyment for the ride will also be segment-leading courtesy of the fantastically bumpin’19-speaker Mcintosh system.
Are you a diehard Jeep fan that can’t wait for this release? Does it look appealing and exciting to you, but your interest is peaked by other of their models such as the truck bed-touting Gladiator? Tell us what you think in the comments below, or you can also check out another feature about this iconic member of the Jeep family.