Why Jeep Is The King Of All SUVs

Are Jeep SUVs the reigning kings of all SUVs? We at Orange Coast can say with absolute certainty: Yes. Jeep is the ultimate aspirational SUV brand because everything about it, down to the name, evokes feelings of adventure and fun. This brand offers a culture that has evolved over many years of building and marketing vehicles designed for the outdoors. What began as a utility brand for the military has grown into the preferred vehicle for busy suburban families, off-road enthusiasts, and edgy urban professionals alike.

Jeep may have directed this cultural phenomenon, but the brand took on a life of its own because early buyers – sometimes called early adopters – recognized that the Jeep could withstand the abuse of a very active lifestyle. Even more, Jeeps have continued to age well over the years and look even edgier with a few bumps and scrapes. That gritty, aggressive profile is the essence of why Jeep remains so sought after today. Who wouldn’t want a piece of adventure sitting in their driveway? The truth is, a surprising number of American driveways contain a Jeep.

Today’s Jeep SUVs run the spectrum of size and price, giving buyers several options to choose from based on their specific circumstances. Looking for a budget-friendly compact SUV? Take a look at the Compass or the Renegade, which both come in at low prices around $20,000. Fancy something, well, fancier? The Grand Cherokee Summit, which starts around $50,000, just might tickle that fancy! What’s fun is that Jeep continues to thread some of its original design cues into this newest line of vehicles, like the 7-section grille. The commitment to its design heritage and celebration of the styling cues truly makes it the brand we all recognize so easily on the road today. So keep reading for a description of the entire Jeep SUV lineup. Somewhere in there is your next dream SUV.

The Jeep Compass

The subcompact Jeep Compass feels urban and edgy due to its dynamic styling and an overlay of refinement that just might trick you into believing it isn’t ready for off-roading. Not so fast! The Compass is a Jeep through-and-through, and it’s available in many configurations, such as the Trailhawk trim, that earns it a coveted Trail Rated badge. How about the fact that the 2020 Jeep Compass can achieve a fuel economy rating of 32 MPG on the highway? Not only is this an incredible specification, but it also happens to be best-in-class fuel economy.

The Compass allows budget buyers to enter into the Jeep family without committing to a higher-priced vehicle or an extreme Jeep model like the Wrangler. It’s still a subcompact SUV with great styling and an available suite of options that will make you swear you’ve stepped into a much more expensive luxury SUV. This is what makes the Compass so appealing: it’s a Jeep, with modern luxuries, that doesn’t break the bank.

How about price? The 2020 Jeep Compass starts at an MSRP of just $22,280 for the base Sport trim with front-wheel drive, while at the high end of the model range, you’ll find the Compass High Altitude that starts at $31,145. What about that off-road-ready Trailhawk? With the 2020 model starting at a comfortable $29,850, this trim includes standard four-wheel drive and a cool Selec-Terrain Traction Management System. The interior gets a spiffy leather interior with red stitching, and the red theme continues on the exterior with two bright red tow hooks mounted on the front bumper and one mounted on the back. There is so much to love about this simple, yet tough and elegant vehicle.

The Jeep Renegade

If you’re in the market for a smaller crossover SUV, you are going to want the Renegade. There are so many features packed into this small but mighty package that compromise isn’t necessary, and instead, you can practically design your own vehicle. The MSRP ranges from the mid-$22,000s up to just over $30,000, depending on the trim. Available trims include the Sport, the Latitude, the Upland, the Altitude, the Limited, the off-roading Trailhawk, and the top-of-the-line High Altitude.

There are two engines available for the 2020 Jeep Renegade, both delivering performance and fuel economy. There’s the 1.3 liter 4-cylinder turbo engine, delivering 177 hp and 210 lb-ft of torque, and the 2.4 liter Tigershark engine bumps the horsepower number up to 180 and torque changes to 175 lb-ft. These are impressive numbers that will make a difference in acceleration and off-roading performance.

Jeep’s connectivity system, called Uconnect, is robust and in the Renegade is interfaced via a standard 5.0-inch touchscreen – with available 7.0-inch and 8.4-inch versions – that includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. As far as safety features go, the Renegade has you covered, with several driver-assist systems available, including lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert, and automated emergency braking. The Renegade is both a fun and safe vehicle.

The Grand Cherokee

The iconic Grand Cherokee is a perennial family and enthusiast favorite, and with good reason (or should we say, reasons!). The Grand Cherokee is another Jeep that gives buyers a range of options to dial in their ideal capability and luxury levels to truly design a vehicle that ticks all their boxes. Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs are popular in driveways around the country, and they start at a low price of only $34,000.

There are four engine options for this beast ranging from the 3.6L V6 that produces 295 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque to the 6.2L supercharged V8 that puts out 707 hp and 645 lb-ft of torque. These options truly allow every driver to find the performance they are looking for at the price they can afford. Absolutely nothing can beat that. Plus, that 6.2L V8 is one strong engine. The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers it all.

But let’s put the focus on some of the top-end trims for a moment. The gorgeous Limited X is a Limited Edition model that is so packed full of luxurious options; you’ll swear you’re driving a much more expensive import. It’s the same with the Grand Cherokee Summit, which starts at an MSRP of $53,090. Whether it’s the fancy perforated leather-trimmed seats or the cool titanium and real wood interior accents, the upper-end versions of the Grand Cherokee will envelop drivers and passengers in unparalleled luxury. With great performance and modern luxuries, the Grand Cherokee offers something for every driver.

Thrill and Beauty: What Jeep Offers

It’s evident that the 2020 Jeep lineup of SUVs weaves the thrill of a Jeep into several practical and beautiful packages that give buyers so many options, at so many price points, that they won’t need to consider another brand. Jeep owners are proud of their vehicles in a special way. They know they’re part of a great outdoorsy tradition and that their vehicle choice makes a statement about their values and lifestyles.

So, with all of that in mind, why not stop by your local Jeep dealer today and take a look at these great SUVs? You’re bound to find the right size and price point, thanks to Jeep’s commitment to building vehicles that can help just about anyone join the Jeep family. And when we say family, we mean it. But let’s not forget one of the best perks Jeep ownership will get you – Jeep owners are fond of the ‘Jeep Wave,’ meaning that whenever you pass another Jeep on the road, you can expect a friendly wave from the driver. Who wouldn’t want to be part of a culture that puts friendliness first?