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Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 (2007)
by Chris Bishop,reviewed June 2007
Jeep’s most ambitious high-rider ignores convention. It is frighteningly fast and terribly thirsty.
Even toting 2171 kg, its massive Hemi V8, all 6059cc of it, provides performance to shame most sports cars.
Jeep’s specialised torque proportioning 4WD system shifts from a mainly rear-wheel bias to the front end slickly and without frying tyres.
A ground-hugging stance annuls off-roading however, in combination with tweaked suspension and steering, provides positive handling. This SRT-8 rides admirably on 20-inch rubber, although its bulk tests the brakes.
It offers plenty of safety gear and rear parking sensors.
Positives include sporty and supportive front seats, handy space and practicality, and decent build quality.
Expect high running costs, tiresome ergonomics and trying times topping up the tank with top-grade premium petrol.
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Performance, ride, seats, equipment
Against
Thirst, ergonomics, running costs, brakes
Car Details
| Vehicle make |
Jeep |
| Vehicle model |
Grand Cherokee SRT-8 |
| Vehicle type |
Luxury SUV |
| Year |
2007 |
| Price when new |
$85,990 MLP |
| Current price range |
$ - $
|
| Insurance |
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| Technical advice |
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| Engine |
6.1-litre, Hemi V8 |
| Max power |
313 kW @ 6000 |
| Max torque |
569 Nm @ 4800 |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h |
5.5 secs |
| Braking from 80 km/h |
25.1 m |
| Fuel type |
(ADR FIGURE): 16.4 litres/100 km |
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