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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The new Jeep Grand Cherokee is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $45,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $81,900 for the.
Engine options include 3.6L multi-point injection (210kW/347Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (177kW/550Nm), 5.7L multi-point injection (259kW/520Nm) and 6.4L multi-point injection (344kW/624Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2012 Grand Cherokee is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$45,000 - $81,900â€
Transmission
5 or 6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Unleaded, Diesel, or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$45,000 - $81,900â€
Transmission
5 or 6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Unleaded, Diesel, or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Available Variants
The Jeep Grand Cherokee comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Laredo and the most expensive being Srt8 Vapor.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Power to Weight
75.16 - 147.26 kW/t
45.28 kW/t
147.26 kW/t
Boot Space
782 litres
303 litres
1,201 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.3 - 14.1 L/100km
8.3 L/100km
14.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
553 - 1,133 km
553 km
1,133 km
Price
$45,000 - $81,900
$45,000
$81,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
3 - 4 years
3 years
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,948 - 2,949 kg
2,948 kg
3,060 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,268 - 3,500 kg
2,268 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
26°
26°
37°
Departure Angle
24°
24°
31°
Ground Clearance Unladen
216 - 270 mm
210 mm
270 mm
Explore Variants
Build your new Jeep Grand Cherokee
Select your specs to find the perfect Jeep Grand Cherokee for you.
Build your new Jeep Grand Cherokee
Night Eagle
2023
$65,450
Limited
2023
$72,950
Overland
2023
$77,750
Summit Reserve 4xe
2023
$77,760
Night Eagle
2022
$82,750
Limited
2022
$88,750
Summit Reserve
2023
$90,450
Summit Reserve
2022
$115,950
Year
2023
2022
Engine Type
3.6L Combustion
2.0L PHEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
210 kW
280 kW
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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Dimensions
4,822 mm
1,943 mm
1,781 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,822 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,943 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,781 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,915 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 758 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
Jeep Grand Cherokee Sales rolling 12-months#
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Jeep Grand Cherokee is the undefined which weighs 2949 kg (kerb weight).
The Jeep Grand Cherokee may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded, Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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