All-new 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK platform)
World Premiere: April 7th, 2004 2:20PM EDT (NY Auto Show)
Initial orders accepted: June 2004
Production start-up: July 2004
Sales introduction date: October 14, 2004

redriderbob

 

2005 Grand Cherokee features and options


Engine / Drivetrain:

3.7L V6 engine (standard, confirmed)

4.7L V8 engine (optional)

5.7L V8 HEMI engine (optional, with MDS)
"Fly by wire" electronic throttle system (Hemi)
W5A580 5-speed automatic transmission
NV transfer cases including Quadra-Drive
Electronic 4WD switchgear
Exterior features:


Unibody frame made by Valient
Vertical grille slots (no "fanning")
Double rounded front headlamp assemblies
Angular taillights (wrap around to sides)
Black side mirrors
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting option (2005 or 2006?)
Spare tire now located on underside of vehicle
Interior features:


Larger interior, wider and longer
Increased cargo capacity
New custom developed top grain perforated leather seats with a Royale Grain embossment (Limited/Overland)
Double-DIN size navigation radio with integrated 6-disc changer and 5.8" screen
Boston Acoustics six-speaker (+sub?) premium sound system with 380-watt digital amplifier (unconfirmed)
Vehicle Information Center incorporated into radio display
Redesigned cluster with 140 MPH speedometer (Hemi models only?)
Message center with record function (in radio)
Large speakers in top of dash (4"-5")
Cargo area power outlet (left side)
Cargo area storage pocket with net (right side)
Wrap-around AC/Heat vents at front corners (windshield defrost)
Rear seat air vents (mounted at top rear of center console)
One-piece molded-to-trim A-pillar assist handles
Rear seat over-head mounted DVD video player option?
NO Telescoping steering wheel (2006 model year)
Safety features:


All-Speed Traction Control System
Redesigned braking system with Brake Assist
New Tire Pressure Monitoring System
BeltAlert enhanced seat belt reminder system
Advanced multi-stage air bags including an occupant classification system for the front passenger seat
Longer and wider wheelbase for improved rollover resistance
Passenger air bag off switch on center dash
Auto-reversing side windows, auto-reversing sunroof
Rear Park Assist obstacle detection system


Source: http://www.wkjeeps.com

redriderbob

 

Nice pic Bob

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That is from The Car Connection. A 2004 model WJ with photoshopped front grille and headlamps. If my other computer was working I would post some actual DCX photos given to dealers of the WK.

redriderbob

 

A little note from http://www.thecarconnection.com...

Jeep Looking Forward to Grand Cherokee

A Chrysler version of the Durango? A four-door Wrangler? How about a Jeep pickup taken off the Dakota platform? It seems everything is under study these days as the Chrysler Group studies ways to add more models to its lineup, says Chrysler Jeep marketing VP Jeff Bell. "It's all about filling in the white spaces," he said at the introduction of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, a long-wheelbase version of the Wrangler coming to showrooms in the next few weeks. The $24,995 Unlimited has the same physical and demographic footprint as Jeep's last Cherokee, a vehicle that disappeared when Jeep added the more sophisticated Liberty SUV in 2002. As for the future models, Bell would not confirm any of the additional products coming to the Chrysler/Jeep lineup, but says the company is studying all the ways it can to bring more vehicles to market more quickly and more effectively. Bell adds that there's a big year ahead for Jeep with the introduction of the Grand Cherokee at the New York auto show in April. He also sees the replacement for the Wrangler coming within the next few years. -Marty Padgett

redriderbob

 

I cant wait to see it! I think it will be the best yet and possibly take over fords dominance in the SUV market!