<\/p>\n
With the release of the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, however, they’re looking to add some words to that list – some new words, some different words.<\/p>\n
Words like insanely-fast seem far removed from Jeep’s brand, but that’s only to most of us who haven’t heard of the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk…until now.<\/p>\n
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Engine and Power<\/h3>\n
While Jeeps have enjoyed big, beefy engines for a long time (looking at you, Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited), their boxy body shape, huge wheels, and outdoorsy aesthetic have built a reputation as vehicles optimized for off-road, rather than track, performance.<\/p>\n
The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is defined as much by what it’s not as what it is. For starters, it’s not an off-road vehicle. Unlike every other vehicle bearing the name “Jeep Grand Cherokee,” the 2018 Trackhawk doesn’t feature Jeep standard off-road amenities that have allowed their brand to be synonymous with trail-worthiness.<\/p>\n
[READ MORE: Little-Known Facts about the Jeep Wrangler<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n This Grand Cherokee is something new – a supercar SUV (superSUV?). Under the hood, the Trackhawk is powered by a 6.2L supercharged Hemi-V8 capable of delivering 707 horsepower and 645 lb-ft. of torque to all four wheels. This supercharged power and distribution adds up to a 0-60 acceleration time of 3.5 seconds.<\/p>\n You read that right, under four seconds…<\/p>\n …from a Jeep Grand Cherokee.<\/p>\n With the Trackhawk, Jeep is looking to expand the idea of what constitutes a Grand Cherokee. Even without off-road capabilities, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk has a tow rating of 7,200 lbs. A robust all-wheel drive system, and a luxury interior make the Trackhawk the best all-weather option to get you from A-B – in style (and fifteen minutes early).<\/p>\n With a curb weight of almost 5,400 lb., the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is no lightweight. This makes the acceleration time all the more impressive.<\/p>\n Not typically a concern for performance drivers, fuel economy is predictably low. The EPA-estimated 13 combined mpg means you’ll become pretty familiar with the people at your local fuel station.<\/p>\n Although, with a Jeep that so effortlessly combines raw muscle and stunning aesthetics, you may not mind showing it off this often.<\/p>\n Without a specific release date, the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is expected to hit retailers in Q4 of 2017. Be sure to check our blog<\/a> regularly as we’ll update you once we know more about this beautiful, and well-rounded monster of a superSUV.<\/p>\nA Surprise, to be Sure, But a Welcome One<\/h3>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/492\/2017\/08\/04140329\/2018-Jeep-Renegade_o.jpg\")
<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/492\/2017\/08\/04140326\/2018-Jeep-Cherokee1_B_o.jpg\")
<\/p>\n<\/div>\n2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Release Date<\/h3>\n