2022 jeep grand cherokee laredo x price

No surprises here, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs more. On Wednesday, Jeep shared prices for the two-row Grand Cherokee and the SUV starts at $39,185 for a base Laredo trim after a pricey $1,795 destination charge. The base price before the destination charge climbs $1,930 compared to the outgoing model. If you're looking for a base Grand Cherokee with a 4x4 system, the price rises to $41,185.

The good news is the latest Grand Cherokee is a lovely SUV with a lot of great updates baked into the price increase. A suite of driver assist and active safety gear is now standard, including adaptive cruise control, as is a 10.25-inch digital cluster, 10.1-inch infotainment screen and an 8.4-inch unit for passengers. These screens house a snappier Uconnect 5 system. Base models feature a familiar 3.6-liter V6 that makes 290 horsepower and 257 pound-feet of torque, while an eight-speed automatic sends power to the rear wheels or the optional four-wheel drive system. Cloth seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and 17-inch wheels also come with the standard Grand Cherokee.

The Laredo Altitude package is likely the sweet spot for many buyers. With a price of $43,740, it adds heated seats, remote start, a heated steering wheel, a power liftgate, wireless phone charging and lots of black accents, including a set of 20-inch wheels.

But for those that do climb through the trims, they'll land at the Limited trim next with a starting price of $45,505. Here's where Jeep tosses in leather seats, a drive mode selector for various elements, a power driver's seat with memory and heated front- and second-row seats. Remote start is also standard, as are power mirrors and a power liftgate.

If you're yearning for V8 power, they need to shop the Trailhawk trim, which is the first trim to offer the 5.7-liter V8 engine. It only comes with Jeep's 4x4 system and starts at $56,365 for the V8. Opt for the V6 and it gets a little cheaper at $53,070. This trim is also the most rugged of the two-row Grand Cherokee family with an active electronic two-speed transfer case with low range, 44:1 crawl ratio and a rear electronic limited-slip differential. An air suspension, skid plates and 265/60R18 Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires beef up the off-road credentials further.

From there, the trims wade back into the luxurious realm of things. The Grand Cherokee Overland starts at $55,100 and boasts Nappa leather, a teak interior trim, ventilated seats and an Alpine nine-speaker audio system. But, on the capability side, it does get the same 4x4 system as the Trailhawk. Then buyers move into the Summit trim, which is the top dog of Grand Cherokee luxury. Prices start at $59,160 and top out at $68,455 for a fully loaded Summit Reserve model.

Quilted seats with perforated inserts, real oak wood trim, front seat massagers, an upgrades list of active safety and driver assist technologies and so much more pack into this SUV. Heck, it even has Amazon Fire TV capability. The Reserve package takes things a step further with Palermo leather, a McIntosh sound system, open-pore walnut wood trim and more.

The first two-row Grand Cherokees will reach dealers by the end of this year where they'll keep the Grand Cherokee L, the three-row model, company.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has plug-in power and handsome looks

Jeep’s legendary midsize SUV offers a combination of capability and sophistication unmatched by anything else in the segment.

Equal parts rugged adventurer and stylish sanctuary, there’s still no other SUV quite like the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Totally redesigned and now available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain (the forthcoming Grand Cherokee 4xe) or with 3-row seating for up to seven passengers (the Grand Cherokee L), the Grand Cherokee lineup has never been more expansive or more refined.

Here we review the familiar 2-row, V6- or V8-powered 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with a focus on the two most popular trims, Laredo and Limited.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a starting sticker price of $37,785 and can top out close to $70,000 when outfitted with the full array of available equipment and upgrades. Most Grand Cherokee buyers go with a Laredo or Limited trim equipped in the range of $40,000 to $50,000.

The Grand Cherokee is a bit pricier than other 2-row midsize SUVs when similarly equipped, but as a slightly different beast, the premium is warranted. Grand Cherokee resale value tends to lag that of class leaders, so that further increases total cost relative to some of the competition. If a Jeep is your jam, it’s okay to pay more for the vehicle you prefer, especially when you have that information up front and factor it into your decision.

Driving the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers a more visceral driving experience than most other midsize SUVs. The ride is a bit firmer. The steering is a little heavier. The Grand Cherokee feels more capable because it is more capable.

The V6 engine and 8-speed automatic transmission deliver power and acceleration on par with others in the class. The Grand Cherokee is also one of the few SUVs in the class to offer a V8 engine, but most buyers stick with the V6, and that’s our recommendation. The V8 is quicker and offers a bit more towing capacity (7,200 pounds vs. 6,200), but it’s costly overkill for most buyers. You’ll pay more up front and burn more gasoline to the tune of an additional $40 per month, conservatively.

Interior Comfort

The Jeep Grand Cherokee’s creamy center of an interior gets even richer in the new fifth-generation model, with materials and design that are a step above most everything else in its class. The Jeep comes up a bit short in passenger and cargo room compared to other SUVs in its class, but it still qualifies as roomy and comfortable.

Exterior Styling

Jeep’s designers nailed this redesign. The new model is at once instantly recognizable as a Grand Cherokee, but also decidedly more contemporary than the model it replaces. Sharp LED reflector headlights are standard across the lineup, as are low-profile LED taillights that impart a cleaner, wider look to the rear end.

Favorite Features

DIGITAL GAUGE CLUSTER, STANDARD
Every 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee features a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster. We love both the flexibility and contemporary feel of digital displays in place of traditional analog gauges.

ACTIVE CRUISE AND LANE CONTROL, STANDARD
It can’t drive itself, but every 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee can shoulder some of the accelerating, braking, and steering in conditions ranging from stop-and-go traffic to full-speed road trips.

Standard Features

The entry Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo trim offers an impressive array of equipment for its $37,785 starting price. In addition to the V6 engine, 8-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive (add $2,000 for 4-wheel drive), a base Laredo includes an impressive new Uconnect 5 infotainment system with an 8.4-inch digital touchscreen, wireless Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa compatibility, and over-the-air software updates.

The base model even includes adaptive cruise control with stop and go, plus active lane management, two of our favorite driving assistants. Every Grand Cherokee also features a customizable digital gauge cluster, blind-spot monitoring, and six USB ports.

Factory Options

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee’s long list of higher-end upgrades includes a passenger-side touchscreen, air suspension, massaging front seats, ultra-premium McIntosh audio system, and a night vision camera. But the reality is that most Grand Cherokees will have none of those. More common upgrades include leather seats, a sunroof (single- or dual-pane varieties), a larger and more functional touchscreen infotainment system, and heated seats.

Engine & Transmission

The new Grand Cherokee features the same engines as the last one, and that’s mostly a good thing. There are newer, smoother, more efficient V6 engines in the segment, but there’s much to be said for an engine that’s proven. The V6 and V8 are both matched to a similarly seasoned 8-speed automatic transmission.

3.6-liter V6
293 hp @ 6,400 rpm
260 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm
EPA city/highway/combined fuel economy: 19/26/21 mpg (2WD), 18/25/21 mpg (4WD)
Max towing capacity: 6,200 lb

5.7-liter V8
357 hp @ 5,150 rpm
390 lb-ft of torque @ 4,250 rpm
EPA city/highway/combined fuel economy: 14/22/17 mpg
Max towing capacity: 7,200 lb

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Jason Allan has been reviewing cars for more than 17 years and currently leads the incredible team behind all our reviews, ratings, and advice. In addition to spending hours behind the wheel of the all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, he’s driven virtually all the SUVs with which it compares. Our vehicle evaluations and recommendations are also informed by a range of historical and predicted industry data.

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