Jeep Grand Cherokee

New for the 2014 Grand Cherokee SRT is an eight-speed transmission that delivers power from the 6.4-liter HEMI engine via a fully electronic automatic mode or through redesigned steering-wheel paddle controls. The new package delivers improved 0-60 mph acceleration with quicker shift speeds. Eco Mode and Fuel Saver Technology complete the equation for both power and efficiency.

EXTERIOR DESIGN

Enhancements to the lighting, front fascia and wheels are some of the first exterior design elements noticed on the Grand Cherokee SRT . The front grille, headlights and taillights have taken on a unique “blacked out” look for the 2014 edition as well.

The colors offered on the Grand Cherokee SRT continue to grow each and every year. The 2014 lineup of colors on the Grand Cherokee SRT consists of several of the base colors taking on an identity all their own.

BREAKING SYSTEM

The brake system of the Grand Cherokee SRT is put through numerous rigorous tests in various real world and extreme race circuit environments to meet the exacting standards of SRT engineers. This battery of brake performance tests are designed to subject the vehicle to more torture than customers will ever likely encounter.When it came time to select the braking system for the Grand Cherokee SRT, the choice was pretty easy. In the high performance braking world, there is one name that stands out above the rest
Fresh air is essential in making big power. It’s also a key element in bringing the 5,150-pound Grand Cherokee SRT to a safe and predictable stop. With the help of forced-air cooling brake ducts, the performance SUV provides exceptional stopping power time after time by keeping its cool.
Ready even when you aren’t. That’s the purpose and function of the Ready Alert Braking system on the Grand Cherokee SRT. It’s the type of high performance technology that comes standard from SRT.

RIDE , HANDLING

The Selec-Track system provides drivers the ability to dial in precise driving settings with a simple flick of the wrist. Five distinct settings on Selec-Track allow drivers to match road conditions to desired vehicle handling dynamics in a moment’s notice.
Numerous SRT-specific components give the Grand Cherokee SRT a distinct handling advantage. These components and settings help the Grand Cherokee SRT achieve an impressive .90g lateral acceleration figure on the skidpad when equipped with the sticky P Zero tire option.

INTERIOR

SRT Performance Pages provide real-time data in a vivid 8.4-inch touchscreen. Performance Pages track: 0-60 mph time, one-eighth mile and quarter-mile runs, lateral and longitudinal G-forces, steering angle, horsepower and torque output, and 60-0 mph braking distance.
Available GreenEdge technology from Harman Kardon provides SRT vehicle owners an audio system as precise as the cars they drive. It’s a high-powered system that does not expend a lot of energy. GreenEdge employs efficient speaker and amplifier engineering to improve sound quality while diminishing energy consumption.
Style, functionality and authenticity were the main ingredients used during the interior design process of the all-new 2014 Grand Cherokee SRT®. Engineers, designers and stylists all had a hand in blending form and function to the eye-catching interior that has been created.

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Jeep Wrangler Islander

Few cars are as iconic as the Jeep Wrangler, a vehicle that can trace its heritage directly back to General Patton storming the Third Army up to Messina. Maybe a Porsche 911, maybe. Mini? Not really. Harley-Davidson is probably the closest, but they only have two wheels and aren't cars. The reason we're harping on this heritage angle is that after a twenty-year absence, Jeep's bringing back the Islander. Having grown up in Southern California and spent many a summer bumming around the beach, the Islander brings back many happy memories.

Obviously, the Jeep Wrangler Islander is beach themed. Also, water is wet. That said, you get a tropical "Tiki Bob" decal planted next to the coordinates 21° North and 157° West. That's Honolulu for you non-gazatteer types. Similar to most old YJ-based Islanders, this version is painted ocean-blue – Surf Blue Pearl Coat if you want to get specific. You can also get the Islander in white, silver or black, but why? You also get some interior touches, like seats with Surf Blue inserts and another Tiki Bob, this time embroidered into the back seat. All that beach themed fun can be yours for just $1,120 over sticker.

Jeep also showed us the Wrangler Mountain. Long story made real short, the Mountain is the Islander with different stickers, a painted grille and no heritage/nostalgic childhood memories. There's also an odd, flat-black hunk of plastic covering most of the hood that we're scratching our heads over. And... any questions? The cost of entry is $1,820. Oh, and the degrees on the Mountain's decal are 27° South, 88 66° West. We'll let you figure out where in the world that is. Have fun

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