2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK SUV

　　

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.

　　Your eyes do not deceive you. The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK is the previous-generation version of this SUV, which the automaker is selling alongside the new, completely redesigned Grand Cherokee. By carrying the old Grand Cherokee forward, Jeep is able to keep the Grand Cherokee supply lines full while offering its customers a more affordable way to buy the SUV. The "WK" refers to an internal code designation Jeep uses for the vehicle.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Laredo E 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$173/mo  for Grand Cherokee WK Laredo E

　　Grand Cherokee WK Laredo E

　　Laredo E 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) - $36,980 MSRPLaredo E 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) - $38,905 MSRPLaredo X 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) - $40,680 MSRPLaredo X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) - $42,685 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) - $42,830 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) (Most Popular) - $44,850 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　The Grand Cherokee WK, though, is a mere shadow of its former self. Jeep has cut the luxurious trim levels from the roster, the Trailhawk off-roader also gets the old heave-ho, and the V8 engine option is history. It comes in only two trim levels, each equipped with the standard V6 engine and rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Only four paint colors are available, and seating comes with cloth, artificial suede or leather upholstery.

　　Still, though the Grand Cherokee WK is advanced in age, its appeal endures. From a design that has aged remarkably well to its impressive off-roading capability, 6,200-pound towing capacity and overall utility, the Grand Cherokee WK remains attractive to people who want a Jeep. It also carries a base price thousands less than the redesigned fifth-generation Grand Cherokee. In addition, it includes Jeep Wave Customer Care, which provides complimentary scheduled maintenance and other perks for the first three years of ownership. So value is part of the equation here.

　　Potential downsides include a dated technology stack that can't match the all-new Grand Cherokee for sophistication, along with less-than-stellar safety ratings by today's standards. But if you're on a tight budget, need a talented off-roader that cleans up well enough for nights out, or want to tow a heavier trailer than most midsize SUVs can, the Grand Cherokee WK might be the right SUV for the job.

　　

Which Grand Cherokee WK does zzdcar recommend?

The Grand Cherokee WK's primary appeal is in its base price, so we recommend the Laredo trim. You'll forgo leather seats, but you can dress the Laredo up with an X package that adds artificial suede upholstery and an Altitude package with body-color and gloss-black exterior details, giving this aging Jeep a custom look.

　　

Jeep Grand Cherokee WK models

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK is a five-passenger midsize SUV offered in Laredo and Limited trim levels. The powertrain includes a 3.6-liter V6 engine (295 horsepower, 260 lb-ft), an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. With the Laredo trim, you can get a simple Quadra-Trac I four-wheel-drive system. Quadra-Trac II is available with the Limited and includes a two-speed transfer case with low-range gearing and hill descent control. Highlights from the standard equipment list include:

　　Laredo

　　The base Grand Cherokee WK comes with:

　　18-inch aluminum wheels Heated exterior mirrors Remote keyless entry Push-button engine start Dual-zone automatic climate control Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel Cloth seat upholstery Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seatA Uconnect infotainment system is standard, featuring:

　　8.4-inch touchscreen display Apple CarPlay Android Auto Satellite radio SiriusXM connected services Access to a Wi-Fi hotspot Navigation system Two USB ports Six stereo speakersStandard safety features include:

　　Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)A Laredo X option package adds:

　　Power liftgate Remote engine start Artificial suede upholstery Heated front seats Heated steering wheel Universal garage door opener Security alarm 115-volt power outletThe Altitude package dresses the Jeep up with:

　　20-inch black aluminum wheels Unique grille design Darkened headlights and taillights Body-color exterior trim Gloss-black exterior detailsA Protech II package installs:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)Limited

　　Moving up to the Limited gets you:

　　Chrome exterior trim Power liftgate Remote engine start Power sunroof Upgraded interior trim Memory for the driver's settings Heated steering wheel Leather upholstery Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat Heated front seats 115-volt power outlet Universal garage door opener Security alarmThe Limited's Protech II option package includes:

　　Rain-sensing windshield wipers Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Jeep and the car in front) Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position) Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention) A set of 20-inch aluminum wheels and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof are also available for the Grand Cherokee WK Limited.

　　Both versions of the Grand Cherokee WK offer a Tech Group package and a Trailer Tow Group IV package:

　　Tech Group Upgraded headlights with automatic high-beam operation LED running lights and LED foglights Alpine premium sound system Trailer Tow Group IV Heavy-duty engine cooling Load-leveling rear suspension Full-size spare tire Class IV receiver tow hitch Seven- and four-pin wiring harness

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