The much anticipated 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is in stock now. The standard engine is Chrysler’s new Pentastar V6; the 290 horsepower V6 engine is said to be smoother than competitors from Toyota, Honda, and GM, and has variable cam timing to allow for good gas mileage. The Hemi will remain optional across the board, and may be pushed by Chrysler while V6 production ramps up. The independent front and rear suspension have isolated cradles. Variable-rate rear springs improve on-road handling and comfort, and the spare tire is stored inside as opposed to underneath. Torsional rigidity has been increased 146%.

To get all of the Grand Cherokee’s power and torque to the trail, Jeep offers three 4WD systems. Quadra Trac I is a single-speed all-wheel-drive system identical to that in the Mercedes-Benz M-Class. Quadra Trac II offers all-wheel drive, as well as 4WD High and Low (2.72:1) ranges with a locking center differential. Quadra Drive II is the top dog in the line and adds an electronic limited-slip differential to the rear axle that works with the four-wheel ABS-brake-based traction control. Quadra Trac II and Quadra Drive II both come with Selec-Terrain—a center-console-mounted five-position dial (Sand/Mud, Sport, Auto, Snow and Rock) that coordinates the throttle, transmission, transfer case, hill-start assist and hill-descent control to match the condition.

The cabin has been improved as well. One glance around the cabin reveals vast improvements, with soft-touch panels everywhere the hand might fall. Limited and top-level Overland models pack plenty of beautifully lacquered real wood and soft leather. Even the dash vents move in a way that feels solid and upscale. And yes, if you check enough option boxes, you’ll have heated and cooled seats, blind-spot detection, adaptive cruise control and just about every feature you’d find in a luxury sedan. Get your 2011 Grand Cherokee today! View our 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee inventory at Reedman-Toll Chrysler.

2011 Grand Cherokee

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has become the latest model from Chrysler Group to earn “Top Safety Pick” status. Chrysler Group LLC holds more than 20 percent of the total IIHS 2010 Top Safety Picks in the mid-size SUV segment and more than 12 percent overall. The all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has received a Top Safety Pick award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) — the highest rating the organization bestows. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers more than 45 different safety and security systems working in harmony — including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Roll Mitigation, Active Head Restraints, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning and a Blind-Spot/Rear Cross-path detection system — our new Jeep Grand Cherokee will allow customers to benefit from a new level of protection, on- and off-road.

The Top Safety Pick status by IIHS recognizes automobiles with ESC that perform well in the Institute’s front-impact, side-impact, rear-impact and new for 2010, roof-strength evaluations. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Dodge Journey encompass a two-fold approach to safety—passive features combined with accident-avoidance features. Almost 20 years ago the Jeep Cherokee was born. Now, more than 4 million sales later, Jeep delivers an all-new Grand Cherokee that balances legendary Jeep capability with improved, sophisticated on-road dynamics that deliver a premium driving experience. Capability highlights include a choice of three 4×4 systems, new Jeep Quadra-Lift Air Suspension and Selec-Terrain systems, and towing capability of 7,400 lbs. On-road dynamics are improved courtesy of new independent front and rear suspension systems and a new body structure that dramatically increases torsional stiffness for reduced Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) levels. The Grand Cherokee represents a brand new model, with top of the line Jeep capability, along with the peace of mind you are driving a safe vehicle; for many consumers it can’t get better than that.

The Wrangler Islander

The Islander is distinctly Jeep, but with a tropical flair. After a 20+ year hiatus, the Wrangler Islander has returned. Legendary capability and durability is standard along with a dose of surf and sun attributes. Islander is decked out in dark gray cloth seats with unique surf blue inserts, embroidered Islander logos and a leather wrapped steering wheel with surge blue stitching. On the outside, Islander rides on tall 32” all-terrain tires wrapped around 17” Moab wheels and boosts a new Tiki/Islander hood emblem and side step for a look that’s drenched in fun in the sun attitude.

The Contest

WIN a trip for you and a guest to the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), PLUS a chance to win a 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander Edition while you are at the show!

How can I win?

1. Keep your eyes on @Jeep – the Official Jeep Twitter Handle, for a daily Jeep Trivia question.
2. Questions will be tweeted daily, between 12–3:00pm (EST), beginning March 15th thru 19th.
3. Be the first to correctly respond, via the @Jeep handle and you and your guest will be on your way to the Big Apple!

IMPORTANT! All answers must include @Jeep, and #NYIAS hashtags. Go to Jeep.com’s Wrangler Islander page for more details, information about the Islander, and contest rules.

Rocket Sports Racing was founded in 2009 by Paul Gentilozzi and Sons. The purpose of RSR was to build and race a Jaguar XKR in the American Le Mans GT2 class. The GT2 classification is the premier racing category in the world. Gentilozzi first teamed with Jaguar in the early 2000s by preparing an XKR to race in the North American Trans Am series. RSR is preparing for a full championship effort with the Jaguar XKR in 2010. To introduce their car and utilize track time, RSR debuted their new XKR at the Petit Le Mans, an event that is part of the American Le Mans Series. The XKR will be facing off against a long list of competitors in the GT2 class, including Porsche, Corvette, Ferrari, Vipe, BMW, and Ford. This racing class requires vehicles to be production based cars modified with very specific limitations.  All vehicles must meet the Automobile Club de l’Ouest(ACO) rules. RSR’s Jaguar XKR is an actual Jaguar, with all of the aluminum skeletal structure and sub frames and frames of the original car.  As a five time Trans Am Series Champion, Gentoliozzi will not only be the owner, but one of three racers. The upcoming year will be an exciting one for RSR fans and Jaguar fans alike. Who knows what an XKR can do? We will soon find out.

Jeep has come back for 2010 with a full lineup of Jeep models, from the seven passenger Commander to the less rugged, crossover, the Compass. Here is a quick look at the 2010 Commander, Compass, and Grand Cherokee.  Jeep has also come out with a 2010 Wrangler, Liberty, and Patriot.

2010 Commander: New for the Commander is a 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine now standard on Limited and Chrome bodyside molding now standard on all models. The Commander is the most capable three-row SUV with Quadra-Drive® II ELSD 4×4 performance The 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine features the economical Multi-Displacement System (MDS) which deactivates four cylinders when eight are not needed. When cruising at highway speeds between 40 and 60 mph, MDS uses advanced computer technology and electronic throttle control to transform the HEMI® V8 seamlessly from V8 power to an efficient four-cylinder powerplant in .04 seconds and based on 2010 EPA estimates, gets 20 mpg highway. The 3.7L V6 engine is standard.

2010 Compass: Highlights of the Compass for 2010 include a Five-Star Side Impact Crash Test Rating, and new standard front-row active head restraints.  The Compass is the most HWY fuel efficient 4WD in America, with its 28 mpg. Jeep Compass raises the bar in style and comfort with a fresh looking cabin that includes softer and higher-grade materials, bright chrome accents and more. Other features include LED-backlight gauges, padded door armrests and a padded center consol, standard map dome lights, a leather wrapped park brake handle (only standard on Limited) and an available remote start for convenience. A six-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support, heated front seats, and rear reclining seats are available.

2010 Grand Cherokee: New exterior enhancements for 2010 include chrome door handles now standard on Limited, chrome body side molding now standard on Laredo, chrome roof rack side rails now standard on Limited, chrome license plate brow now standard on Limited, and full-size spare tire and wheel on Laredo. A 5.7L HEMI V8 engine is now available on Laredo X and a 3.7L V6 engine is now standard on Limited. The 5.7L HEMI V8 engine features the economical Multi-Displacement System (MDS) which deactivates four cylinders when eight are not needed.