Go anywhere, do anything defines the completely remodeled 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It brings new meaning to the four-word descriptor that explains the essence of all Jeep vehicles.
Thats because when it comes to go anywhere, do anything, the new Grand Cherokee handles the outback or the opera with equal aplomb, thanks to the vehicles new athletic design, improved ride and handling capabilities, and more sophisticated interior.
Redesigning and re-engineering an icon like the Jeep Grand Cherokee was challenging, said Jeff Bell, Vice President at Jeep. Its a delicate balance between keeping what customers love about the vehicle, and at the same time, breaking new ground to improve its design, on- and off-road capability, features and amenities. We believe we surpassed our goals.
The new exterior design has a more solid and substantial appearance, achieved in part by a higher beltline and a reduced glass-to-body proportion. Signature features of the Grand Cherokee remain, including the seven-slot grille and trapezoidal wheel openings.
Still, the foundation of the Grand Cherokees reputation is its on-road refinement and off-road capability. To maintain its paved/unpaved dominance and bring-it-on performance, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee has three new full-time four-wheel drive systems, two new engines, including the renowned 5.7-liter Hemi V8, two new transfer cases, all-new suspension, rack-and-pinion steering for the first time, and an all-new five-speed automatic transmission.
New to the two models, Laredo and Limited, is an updated and more refined interior, plus safety features that are designed in from the start. All this comes in the right-sized package that showcases the Grand Cherokees nimble handling and maneuverability.
The 2005 Grand Cherokees new design offers an athletic and contemporary appearance. Up front, the signature seven-slot grille boldly dominates the front view. On the Grand Cherokee Laredo, the grille has body color paint, while a chrome-plated grille accents the Limited.
The shape of the body has been thoughtfully designed to protect the sides of the vehicle from potential road debris thrown off the tires. The heavy and expensive cladding used on the previous model is replaced with a more efficient bodyside shape and moldings that are incorporated into the design.
The seats are beautifully crafted with contours that are precise, firm and ergonomic, featuring a new robust structure. They are purpose-built and designed for long-distance comfort with trim styles different for each model: Laredo has cloth and optional leather while Limited seats are two-tone leather with perforated leather seat inserts.
The dramatic and elegant instrument panel design offers a high degree of precision. It has a dark upper color and lighter lower color. Multiple storage bins were added for additional storage.
The 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is among the first Chrysler Group vehicles to offer advanced multi-stage airbags with an occupant classification system for the front seat occupants.
Grand Cherokee can be equipped with a wide range of features and amenities that complement its well-conceived interior appointments.
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