Visually, the 2021 Grand Cherokee keeps with the chic design of recent model years. The body molding takes after the fourth-generation facelift. Much like the previous Grand Cherokee years, the 2021 Grand Cherokee retains the integrated bumper, creating a stylized look for a smooth-flowing design that wraps a fluid curvature around the front end. Visually, you could say that it's all about graceful refinement for the 2021 model year.
Some of the big changes for the Grand Cherokee in 2021 comes from the changes in trims. Two new options have been added to the line-up, the Laredo X and the 80th Anniversary Edition. These two join an already stacked trim set that includes the Laredo E, Limited, Trailhawk, Overland, High Altitude, Summit, SRT, and Trackhawk.
Essential Trims
The Laredo X is basically a luxury upgrade to the standard Laredo E but falls just below the MSRP of the more expensive trims such as the Limited and 80th Anniversary. This makes it a great option for drivers who want a bit more luxury out of their vehicle while keeping the price affordable. The Limited is equipped with many of the features from the Laredo X but has some extras, such as a larger dual-pane panoramic sunroof.
The 80th Anniversary trim comes with several trinkets and tweaks compared to base trims, giving SUV shoppers something special with an affordable price of entry. The exterior is marked by special 80th Anniversary badging for the Grand Cherokee, along with granite colored crystal-aluminum 18-inch wheels. Inside, leather seats come standard with tungsten trimming and accents.
Pushing the Limits
For off-road adventures, there's the Trailhawk, which comes with skid plates to protect the undercarriage while venturing off the road. The trim is topped off with red tow hooks and a Trailhawk hood emblem. On the mechanical side, the Trailhawk is fitted with the Quadra-Drive II 4x4 system and a rear electronic limited-slip differential. If you want to go off-road in style, this Trail Rated trim is the way to go.
Mixing luxury with rugged off-road capabilities is the Overland trim. Inside, the Overland offers premium interior features such as a 19-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system, as well as leather-trimmed seats. The High Altitude trim features black perforated Nappa leather-trimmed seats and matching black wood interior highlights. Low-gloss granite crystal badging, grille bezels, and step-pad with special tail-lamps help round out the trim's features. Combining the interior quality and safety of the High Altitude with its own unique accessories is the Summit trim, which provides drivers with Laguna leather seats and unique platinum badging.
Unmatched Performance
Both the SRT and Trackhawk trim are designed for top-of-the-line performance. Both come outfitted with lots of power under the hood, including a HEMI V8 in the SRT and a supercharged V8 in the Trackhawk. Rounding out the performance features are race-inspired interior designs with carbon fiber accents, Bilstein active damping suspension, and high-performance brakes from Brembo. Jeep's performance-oriented Quadra-Trac 4x4 system and launch control further enhance the capabilities of these two trims.