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Jeep Grand Cherokee WL Coming In 2021 With Rotary Shifter

Even though it’s far away from production reality, the Grand Cherokee WL promises to be far more tech-focused than the outgoing generation. Differences from the Grand Cherokee WK2 include a rotary shifter inspired by the Ram 1500, Jaguar Land Rover models, and the Ford Edge.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee WL alleged information 19 photos
Photo: thejeep_guy on Instagram
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The information comes courtesy of a piece of paper uploaded to Instagram by “thejeep_guy” and a low-resolution photograph of the rotary shifter in question. Expected to enter production in the spring of 2021, the fifth generation of the Grand Cherokee will come with a choice of two instrument clusters with 7.0- and 10.1-inch diagonals.

Uconnect infotainment soldiers on with three options for the touchscreen display, namely 7.0 inches as standard, 8.4 inches, and 10.1 inches. The Terrain Select system is listed with 4WD Low and a toggle for the air suspension, thus combining off-road capability with a comfortable ride. Massaging, heated, and cooled seats, auxiliary buttons, and electric adjustments for the pedals and steering column are mentioned as well.

As far as generic components are concerned, Jeep will offer a Blu-Ray player even though physical data storage is playing second fiddle to streaming services such as Netflix. To be offered exclusively with two rows of seats for five occupants, the Grand Cherokee WL still is a mystery in many regards at this point of the development process.

It’s believed the 3.6-liter Pentastar will soldier on with eTorque mild hybridization from the Ram 1500, along with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and possibly the 2.0-liter Hurricane turbo four-cylinder from the Wrangler. A plug-in hybrid system similar to the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid could also be offered, and knowing Jeep, it needs such an option.

Even though Fiat Chrysler Automobiles hasn’t made a comment on the inline-six rumored to be called Tornado, this engine would be an interesting addition to the range as long as it’s turbocharged. Also worthy of mentioning is the platform of the WL, presumably based on the Alfa Romeo Giorgio that underpinds the Stelvio crossover and Giulia sedan.

 
 
 
 
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#WL details #2021grandcherokee #2021WL #grandcherokee I know it's hard to read...but for a reason. Most of this I've revealed almost a year ago...but theres some new stuff. Like the all new 10.1" uconnect and the 10.5 gauge cluster. The biggest for some may be the deletion of the shift handle for a shift knob...as seen in the 2nd pic. •New: Heads-up display •New: 360° camera system •New: Foot-activated tailgate All new-steering wheel All new-10.5" high definition cluster All new-7" high definition cluster Carry over 7" and 8.4 uconnect with new bezels All new 10.1" uconnect and bezel All new massaging seats w/button on door panel All new overhead console All new gear selector knob-looks multi-function All new select terrain knob All new aux button blank panel All new window switches and mirror knob All new rear hvac controls with screen All new key fob All new outside door remote handles All new blue ray player All new door lock buttons All new heated/cooled seat button All new memory, seat controls and headlight PPPartnersPP @xenondepot @americanbrotherdesigns @solisracinggroup @carlock @gthaus @stancewheels @synergyworxusa #jeep #wk2 #trackhawk #grandcherokee #srt #grandcherokeetrackhawk #jeepsrttrackhawk #supercharged #grandcherokeetrackhawk #jeepgarage #jeeptrackhawk #hellcat #hellcatjeep #2018jeep #2018jeeptrackhawk #suv #carsofinstagram #srtaddicts #cars #boosted

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