2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee moves to Italy, sprouts a third row CASEY WILLIAMS | Auto ReviewerAutoCasey@aol.com We always knew the previous generation Jeep Grand Cherokee would be a tough act to follow.
Co-developed with Mercedes, it always drove like a big German SUV that three bulldozers couldn’t move off-course. Its liftable air suspension, bougie interiors and choice of powerful V6 and V8 engines were a potent combination.
Now an all-new, larger Grand Cherokee arrives for 2021, but is it up to the standard carved by its predecessor? Honoring a legend Jeep is making much of the new Ram-based Grand Wagoneer that honors the ’80s and ’90s models, but the new Grand Cherokee is much closer in size, style and mission.