Spy photographers snapped the first photos of the
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee a little over a month ago, but it appears the model’s
interior might have been revealed on Instagram. The cabin is more luxurious than the current model as it features a
wide center console that branches off into a Y-shaped dashboard. The latter appears to be adorned with wood and
metallic trim as well as slender air vents.
The zoomed-in image is rather blurry, but the
document suggests the model will have a new steering wheel and an instrument
cluster with either a 7- or 10.1-inch TFT display. To the right is a stylish
center stack which is topped by an infotainment system which will reportedly be
offered in three sizes including 7-, 8.4- and 10.1 inches.
Below the infotainment system is a rotary gear
selector and what appears to be toggle switches for the transfer case and
Terrain Select system. It’s also worth mentioning that the center console
appears longer and lower than before and this helps to create an airy and
spacious cabin. The door panels feature an evolutionary design, but the document
suggests they have new metallic handles and updated switchgear. We can also see
wood trim and meaty arm rests.
While the authenticity of the document remains
unconfirmed, it shows the Grand Cherokee will be offered with heated and
ventilated seats that have a massage function. There could also be 12- to
16-way power front seats as well as power adjustment for the steering column
and pedals. We can also see a rear seat entertainment system that will
reportedly feature a new Blu-ray player.
While the document should be taken with a grain of
salt, previous spy photos have shown the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee will grow in
size and feature a more aerodynamic front fascia. Little else is known about
the model, but it could ride on a modified version of Alfa Romeo’s Giorgio
platform which underpins the Giulia and Stelvio.
While Jeep has remained tight-lipped about the
model, the company has already confirmed plans for a plug-in hybrid variant.
It’s expected to be a joined by an upgraded version of the company’s 3.6-liter
Pentastar V6 engine. The model should also be offered with a 5.7-liter HEMI V8
and there has been rumblings about additional engine variants. Regardless of what’s under the
hood, Jeep has already confirmed the next-generation Grand Cherokee will have a
Level 3 semi-autonomous driving system and go into production in the first half
of 2021.