The Grand Cherokee is the flagship of Jeep's sport-utility family, and, in some respects, remains ahead of the ever-growing and ever-improving compact-class pack. When Chrysler introduced the Grand Cherokee in 1992 sport-utility sales already were booming, with Jeep Cherokee enjoying year-over-year sales gains for more than a decade. The idea was to take the Cherokee concept a step up the aspirational ladder, combining rugged Jeep attributes with the luxury, comfort and performance associated with expensive cars. The combination has proved to be a winning one. Over a quarter-million Grand Cherokees rolled out of Jeep-Eagle dealerships last year, a total that was second only to Ford's phenomenal Explorer among all sport-utility vehicles. Obviously, the folks at Jeep have been doing something right. For 1996, the Grand Cherokee receives a number of significant detail changes. Most notably, the interior underwent a makeover, which included installation of dual airbags and more luxury options. The exterior also received modest freshening updates. We picked a Limited model with V8 power and 4wd for our review.
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Grand Cherokee
1996
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.0L I-6 / 190 HP / 225 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
15 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
Not Available
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 4.0L I-6 / 190 HP / 225 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 15 / 21 / 18 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | |
Rear Suspension | |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size |
Fuel Tank | 23.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $88 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 177.1 " |
Exterior Width | 70.9 " |
Exterior Height | 64.8 " |
Front Headroom | |
Rear Headroom | |
Front Legroom | |
Rear Legroom | |
Front Shoulder Room | |
Rear Shoulder Room | |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,614 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 106 " |
Turning Radius |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | |
Paint | |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | |
Grille Moldings | |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 84 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Accessories Months |
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