The 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee was introduced at New York International Auto Show on April 2004. It features a new but quite familiar look, a modern interior, larger dimensions, new engines, enhanced 4-wheel drive systems, and innovative technologies. It has a longer and wider body designed for improved stability and ride. Other latest sport utility vehicles offer the third-row seat, which is absent in the 2005 Grand Cherokee. This new model still features the traditional 7-slot grille and trapezoidal wheel openings with high-performance halogens signature round headlamps, which are mounted into the hood. 2005 Grand Cherokee features the 3.7-liter single-cam V6 base engine, generating 210 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque. It still offers the 4.7-liter V8 with a horsepower of 230 and a 290 lb-ft torque. And now the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is already available, with 325 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque. This engine can deactivate cylinders in order to boost fuel economy.

 

The Hemi stabilizes the system for reduction of body roll, also known as Dynamic Handling system. Every engine is coupled by 5-speed automatic transmissions This model is featuring an independent front suspension and new five-link rear suspension along with the rack-and-pinion steering for more improved road handling and ride. It is also offering the new full-time four-wheel drive systems to maintain its legendary off-road prowess. It has Quadra-Trac I for convenient full-time 4-wheel drive without much effort driven, while the Quadra-Trac II has a new transfer for the drive to anticipate and prevent wheel slip in slippery conditions. It features Electronic Limited Slip Differentials for better performance off-road. It also has the Electronic Stability Program designed to maintain control. The interior of the Grand Cherokee a two-tone instrument panel, new door trim and new finishes, and reversible load floor. The Grand Cherokee also offer rear-seat DVD, upgraded sound systems, navigation, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, rear obstacle detection, and a system that senses approaching vehicles.