2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk To Start At $86,995

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Will say I find it funny that they have listed Rhino color as Exclusive when you can get it on the Altitude edition as my son has it. Also, surprised by some of the options. I would have thought these kinds of options would be included in this as a no options top of the line ride.  Honestly who is gonna race this as a stripped SUV race auto?

Still love that this is available.

"As the most powerful and quickest SUV"

model x does 0-60 in 2.8 seconds and will best the jurp in the quarter mile too sooooo............

FCA's statements are as reliable as their cars...

  On 8/8/2017 at 7:04 PM, FAPTurbo said:

"As the most powerful and quickest SUV"

model x does 0-60 in 2.8 seconds and will best the jurp in the quarter mile too sooooo............

FCA's statements are as reliable as their cars...

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Truly a last Hurrah for FCA as I expect many EV CUV's in the next year to Trump this Trackhawk. Then they will have to cut the price in half to just sell them.

Cool stuff if you want a super power Grand Cherokee. 

FCA doesn't have new products though, so this is also done to serve as a distraction that they are putting new stuff out there.  But this makes sense, easy money to put a Hellcat in something and charge a lot of money for it, might as well cash in now before CAFE gets really tough in 2020 and before EVs take over.

A Durango Hellcat would make sense for someone wanting a 3rd row, as well as a Ram pickup Hellcat.    A Ram ProMaster Hellcat would be cool, but unlikely given the amount of work to fit the engine.  May as well go out over the top..

  On 8/9/2017 at 12:38 AM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

A Durango Hellcat would make sense for someone wanting a 3rd row, as well as a Ram pickup Hellcat.    A Ram ProMaster Hellcat would be cool, but unlikely given the amount of work to fit the engine.  May as well go out over the top..

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If the ProMaster and Pacifica weren't front wheel drive, I'm sure they'd make a Hellcat version to spur on sales. 

  On 8/8/2017 at 9:00 PM, smk4565 said:

Cool stuff if you want a super power Grand Cherokee. 

FCA doesn't have new products though, so this is also done to serve as a distraction that they are putting new stuff out there.  But this makes sense, easy money to put a Hellcat in something and charge a lot of money for it, might as well cash in now before CAFE gets really tough in 2020 and before EVs take over.

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Half of Mercedes SUVs are based on he same damned platform and have seen the same degree of updates since 11..

  On 8/8/2017 at 8:03 PM, dfelt said:

Truly a last Hurrah for FCA as I expect many EV CUV's in the next year to Trump this Trackhawk. Then they will have to cut the price in half to just sell them.

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I doubt that.  Also, no idea where 2.8 is coming from, I see 3.3, but I doubt the tesla will still be ahead at the 1/4 mile mork once actual tests are done and I know it will not come anywhere near the top speed.  The model X also posts less G on the skidpad and is riddled with issues.  it is also smaller than the GC with far less room inside and the "Falcon doors"  have proven to suffer from massive issues. 

http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2016-tesla-model-x-test-review

Can't really compare a Tesla to a Jeep.  The Model X is just a tall hatchback sedan w/ stupid doors, not a proper SUV. or even a CUV.. 

As far as the 8 different GC variations go, the Trackhawk doesn't really appeal to me..if I were buying a new one, I'd rather have a Summit or Trailhawk..better all around for real world use. 

Pretty awesome that they are doing it.. But from a longivity point of view, what exactly is FCA going to do to not just be this one trick pony of relying on a big engine in expensive vehicles that do nothing for their mainstream intentions? 

Long term FCA is going to have to invest in new platforms and new models.   Unless their end game is really to sell Jeep and Ram and shutter Chrysler and Dodge... 

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:04 PM, Cmicasa the Great said:

Pretty awesome that they are doing it.. But from a longivity point of view, what exactly is FCA going to do to not just be this one trick pony of relying on a big engine in expensive vehicles that do nothing for their mainstream intentions? 

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New Wrangler, Wagoneer, new ram, new LX replacements coming on the Alfa romeo platform, The new engine family which is already in the Giulia which is really impressive in in acceleration/destroying EPA fuel economy figures, the Pacifica is top in the Van segment as far as features, room, drivability, FE, just got a new Compass, a major refresh is coming for the Cherokee, etc, etc, etc.  Oh, and the Wrangler pickup which is guaranteed to be a hit. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:12 PM, Stew said:

New Wrangler, Wagoneer, new ram, new LX replacements coming on the Alfa romeo platform, The new engine family which is already in the Giulia which is really impressive in in acceleration/destroying EPA fuel economy figures, the Pacifica is top in the Van segment as far as features, room, drivability, FE, just got a new Compass, a major refresh is coming for the Cherokee, etc, etc, etc.  Oh, and the Wrangler pickup which is guaranteed to be a hit. 

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I hope they can pull it all off...I want to see them survive and thrive..want to buy more Jeep products in the future...

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:00 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

Can't really compare a Tesla to a Jeep.  The Model X is just a tall hatchback sedan w/ stupid doors, not a proper SUV. or even a CUV.. 

As far as the 8 different GC variations go, the Trackhawk doesn't really appeal to me..if I were buying a new one, I'd rather have a Summit or Trailhawk..better all around for real world use. 

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Exactly my point in another thread. It is not even close to an SUV and barely qualifies as a CUV.

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:14 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

I hope they can pull it all off...I want to see them survive and thrive..want to buy more Jeep products in the future...

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Me too.  i really love the fact the Jeep pickup is upcoming and the fact the Wrangler has the 3.0 Ecodiesel on the option list, the truck should too. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:33 PM, surreal1272 said:

Exactly my point in another thread. It is not even close to an SUV and barely qualifies as a CUV.

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In love with the Trailhawk here.  Seeing tons of them on the road.  I like the way they started out with an excellent vehicle in the 11 GC and they have made minor changes nearly every year that has kept it fresh and made it so much better. Of course something capable of off-road interests me much more these days than the most HP. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:39 PM, Stew said:

Me too.  i really love the fact the Jeep pickup is upcoming and the fact the Wrangler has the 3.0 Ecodiesel on the option list, the truck should too. 

In love with the Trailhawk here.  Seeing tons of them on the road.  I like the way they started out with an excellent vehicle in the 11 GC and they have made minor changes nearly every year that has kept it fresh and made it so much better. Of course something capable of off-road interests me much more these days than the most HP. 

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I love my '14 GC Limited...maybe in a few years I'll replace it with a GC Trailhawk or Summit... my tastes skew more towards the luxury side than off-road capability (though if I were still in Colorado I'd definitely go for the Trailhawk).

It's going to be interesting to see how the Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer turns out..what I've read is it will be BOF based on the NG Ram, in two wheelbases...basically a Jeep Yukon competitor...that would be a neat thing to see.. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 3:16 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

I love my '14 GC Limited...maybe in a few years I'll replace it with a GC Trailhawk or Summit... my tastes skew more towards the luxury side than off-road capability (though if I were still in Colorado I'd definitely go for the Trailhawk).

It's going to be interesting to see how the Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer turns out..what I've read is it will be BOF based on the NG Ram, in two wheelbases...basically a Jeep Yukon competitor...that would be a neat thing to see.. 

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Jeep simply hit the current GC out of ballpark and it is going to be very hard to improve upon for the next gen.  I am having of-road withdrawals because i finally managed to either lose a ball bearing or possibly need an axle for the Dakota. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:08 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

Long term FCA is going to have to invest in new platforms and new models.   Unless their end game is really to sell Jeep and Ram and shutter Chrysler and Dodge... 

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That is probably the plan.  They definitely don't need Dodge and Chrysler and it is possible that neither one would be profitable if they actually had to develop new cars.

Jeep makes something like 75% of FCA's profit, and that is with them putting almost no money into the LX cars or Journey in the last 10 years.  If they didn't have Dodge and Chrysler, Sergio would have found a merger partner already.

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:02 PM, smk4565 said:

That is probably the plan.  They definitely don't need Dodge and Chrysler and it is possible that neither one would be profitable if they actually had to develop new cars.

Jeep makes something like 75% of FCA's profit, and that is with them putting almost no money into the LX cars or Journey in the last 10 years.  If they didn't have Dodge and Chrysler, Sergio would have found a merger partner already.

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Will Agree while it would be sad to see Chrysler and Dodge die, there are way too many name plates and you might as well just consolidate and clean house. Europe loves the stupid terrible Fiat, so that will not go but then FCA could have saved a bundle on not wasting time with Fiat or trying to bring back Alfa and just invested in Dodge for the US.

Jeep and Ram are and should be here long term. I question the future of Dodge and Chrysler. Time to bite the bullet and clean house if FCA is to survive.

  On 8/9/2017 at 2:39 PM, Stew said:

Me too.  i really love the fact the Jeep pickup is upcoming and the fact the Wrangler has the 3.0 Ecodiesel on the option list, the truck should too. 

In love with the Trailhawk here.  Seeing tons of them on the road.  I like the way they started out with an excellent vehicle in the 11 GC and they have made minor changes nearly every year that has kept it fresh and made it so much better. Of course something capable of off-road interests me much more these days than the most HP. 

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Not sure why you quoted me as my comment was about the Model X being an SUV when it really isn't. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:02 PM, smk4565 said:

That is probably the plan.  They definitely don't need Dodge and Chrysler and it is possible that neither one would be profitable if they actually had to develop new cars.

Jeep makes something like 75% of FCA's profit, and that is with them putting almost no money into the LX cars or Journey in the last 10 years.  If they didn't have Dodge and Chrysler, Sergio would have found a merger partner already.

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What?  they put billions in the Journey in 11 and then billions in the LX line in 11 and then again in 15 when they got rid of the rest of substandard Daimler hardware. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:23 PM, surreal1272 said:

Not sure why you quoted me as my comment was about the Model X being an SUV when it really isn't. 

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I probably just hit it on the wrong post  Sorry about that. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:24 PM, Stew said:

What?  they put billions in the Journey in 11

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Billions seems a bit high..the Journey is on an old Mitsu platform, isn't it?  It had a trivial refresh in '11.

I see Chrysler getting the boot eventually, but not Dodge.  With the Demon, Widebodies, and continued funding to the Durango, they show a definite interest in keeping it around and sales ARE enough to justify this.  I can the Pacifica easily being moved over to the Dodge line and the Charger getting a higher luxury version to take place of the 300. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:26 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

Billions seems a bit high..the Journey is on an old Mitsu platform, isn't it?  It had a trivial refresh in '11.

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Maybe a billion or so.  It is based on the Avenger, old 200, Patriot, Caliber, etc platform.  They did do major work with new powertrains, and a new interior, and a new Electrical system that allows it to run the larger touch screen and current gen Uconnect instead being stuck with what is not generations old tech like the Patriot, Wrangler, Avenger, etc has/had 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:24 PM, Stew said:

What?  they put billions in the Journey in 11 and then billions in the LX line in 11 and then again in 15 when they got rid of the rest of substandard Daimler hardware. 

I probably just hit it on the wrong post  Sorry about that. 

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No worries. Just looked a little strange. 

I could see the Pacifica as a Dodge, the 300 could exist as a separate Dodge model above the Charger, maybe renamed Monaco or Polara... (but not Dynasty.. ;))

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:33 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

I could see the Pacifica as a Dodge, the 300 could exist as a separate Dodge model above the Charger, maybe renamed Monaco or Polara... (but not Dynasty.. ;))

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That is a good point  Maybe a stretched version?  Or was it the first gen that had the stretched 300 in some markets?

  On 8/9/2017 at 5:18 PM, Stew said:

That is a good point  Maybe a stretched version?  Or was it the first gen that had the stretched 300 in some markets?

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There was a LWB 300 of the '05-10 version, may have been available in the US for black car services..not sure. 

  On 8/9/2017 at 4:26 PM, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

Billions seems a bit high..the Journey is on an old Mitsu platform, isn't it?  It had a trivial refresh in '11.

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Right and 6-7 years is a typical life cycle of a car, meaning there should be an all new Journey on sale for 2018.  FCA has very little money going into Dodge/Chrysler right now.