2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Review
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 can surely be called a “whale” with a lot of power. At least, the first looks will make you agree with what we said! Competing with BMW X5 M and Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 is a “jeep” that would surely make you go crazy! Despite the fact that a jeep of an SUV that looks like this has to be bold, much more prepared for an off-roading trips, but time and again automakers have proved us wrong by offering machines like Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and this we admit, this one does violates all the crucial characteristics that define a “tough jeep SUV.”
Though its predecessor that went out in markets from 2006-2010 was designed in a more brutishly blocky way, this one, on the contrary looks smoother and softer and thus all the cast-iron quality that you saw in the original model has gone away! However, that does not completely means that Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 will not be intimidating. The build, height and the way Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 it looks at you, definitely gives you an idea of this machine being tougher and stronger. The elements that are making customers go gaga over this machine are the air vents that you will see on its hood.
The door handles as well as the grille receive same color as its body and the roof-rack has also been shaved off. If you look at these vital stats, you will know for yourself how Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 looks and feels like:
Engine: 6.4 L V8
Power: 470 HP/ 465 LB-FT
Transmission: 5-Speed Auto
Drivetrain: Four-wheel drive
Curb Weight: 5150 LBS
Seating: 2+3
So, basically, we see this is a tough machine, not meant for off-road trips, but yes, definitely great to make people envious of you!