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This top-level trim of the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee comes with a variety of exciting features and added luxury. The MSRP for the trim is $35,690, making it a step above that of the regular Cherokee, but not enough to break the bank. The Jeep Grand Cherokee lovers out there who can't quite afford the price tag might just want to take a look at what they'll find inside the Jeep Cherokee Overland trim. Read on to learn more about the Jeep Cherokee Overland interior technology features. more Jeep Cherokee Overland vs Jeep Grand Cherokee There's more than a difference in price between the Cherokee Overland and Grand Cherokee Overland, but for drivers looking for comfort, who don't need to capability and lower fuel economy ratings of the Grand Cherokee, the 2016 Cherokee Overland is a comfortable and luxurious option. The Overland trim, like the other trim levels for the Cherokee, is available with front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. Read More: 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Specs Y Technology Features Inside Jeep Cherokee Overland Blind Spot Sensor ParkSense Parking Assist Bluetooth Compatibility Voice-Activated Navigation Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls Heated and Cooled Front Seats Three Interior Power Outlets Colorful First-Row LCD screen Test Drive Jeep Cherokee Overland Pleasant Prairie WI If you are interested in getting behind the wheel of the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Overlander, then you have come to the right place. We have several of these exciting vehicles in stock and ready for you to drive home today. Give us a call or schedule your test drive appointment online to get started and see whether the Overland trim is the right fit for you.

The Jeep brand stands out from other vehicles on the road in many ways, but most noticeably by their design. The characteristics that make a Jeep such a recognizable vehicle are what keep customers coming back year after year to see what new options are rolling out. The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee looks fantastic, and the impressive engine specs and interior features make it one of the most luxurious sport crossover's that have been introduced for 2017. Read on to learn more about the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine specs and see some images. more 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Specs With the continually growing popularity and prestige of the Jeep brand, we have come to expect bigger and greater things with each model update. We can expect to see over 290 horsepower on the lowest trim of the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and at least 25 miles per gallon on the highway. Torque, being the factor you need to have for quick take-offs, was equally impressive on the 2016 model, and we can expect a number similar to the 260 lb-ft we enjoyed last year. Read More: Which Jeep Has the Most Cargo Space 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Image Gallery Read More: All-New Jeep Trailhawk - Unbelievable Horsepower Rating! Test Drive 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Racine WI If you are interested in being one of the lucky first to take a test drive in the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee give us a call or schedule your appointment online. Our friendly and experienced automotive experts are here to answer your questions and to guide you through our quick and easy financing process. We want to help get you into the car you've been looking for, and at a price that fits your budget.

Thinking about driving home in a new Jeep, and wondering which one has the most room for your cargo? Most Jeep vehicles have seating for five passengers, and folding rear seats for additional cargo space, but if you need to really maximize your interior space, we are here to help you choose your ride. So, which Jeep has the most cargo space? Read on to find out. more Jeep Towing Capacity Ratings by Model So, even if you don't get the Jeep with the most interior space, there are options available for drivers looking to take advantage of towing some extra storage space. With a trailer you can bring just about anything along for the ride. We'll tell you what you can expect to tow with the Jeep models available here at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Racine. Jeep Interior Cargo Space by Model When you don't want to tow, and you want to use the interior of your Jeep, cargo space becomes very important. Not only do your folding rear seats allow for additional space, but the boxy rugged design of the Jeep lineup makes it easy to really pile in the cargo. Read here to see what Jeep model has the cargo space to fit your lifestyle and storage needs. Read More: Jeep Renegade in Top 10 Best All-Wheel Drive Vehicles Under $25K The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the most cargo space both with the rear seats up and with them down. The next most spacious Jeeps are the Cherokee and Wrangler, with the Wrangler suffering from very little space with the rear seats up. Choose your Jeep wisely, but remember, they're all amazing.

So you've seen the images of the all-new 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk, and you're wondering what makes it so special? Sure, it can go off-roading like no other Jeep has before, but what else is new? We're here to compare the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk vs 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and hoping to showcase all the reasons why were are very excited to see this new Jeep at the New York Auto Show and on our dealership lot sometime in the near future. more 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Release Date We've seen a Jeep Renegade Trailhawk, and a Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, so what is so different about the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk? Like the other versions, the Trailhawk is the most off-road capable trim and comes with a uniquely configured suspension that allows for more range and versatility. On top of that, the new Trailhawk will come with a removable lower front fascia making it easier for you to handle the tough terrain that off-road travel throws at you. READ MORE: Exciting New Jeep Concept Vehicles 2016 READ MORE: Jeep Hellcat Release Date in WI? Details on the exterior have a function on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. The decal on the hood is supposed to reduce glare, and red tow hooks are available on the front and the rear for additional capability. As this is the largest of the available Trailhawk models, the Grand Cherokee version will have 18-inch wheels that allow the vehicle to travel with nearly 11 inches of ground clearance. Arrival Date 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk WI Looking for a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk in Wisconsin? We'll keep you updated on the release and arrival of this tough and exciting member of the 2017 Jeep lineup. If you are interested in ebing one of the first to test drive the newest Jeep models, give us a call. Our experienced sales team would love to set you up with a test drive as soon as we have the car you're looking for in stock!

Each year, only the most dedicated and enthusiastic fans of the Jeep brand show up to see what the creative team at Jeep have come up with. The new concepts showcase the rugged and adventurous life of a Jeep driver through their versatile capability and eye-catching design. Valuable feedback from these vehicles is taken into account when the team at Jeep are considering what to change about their current lineup, and this year there are some truly interesting options to comment on. Read on to take a look at some images of the 50th Annual Easter Jeep Safari Concept Vehicles for 2016. more Seven Concept Vehicles from Jeep for Easter Jeep Safari Jeep Crew Chief 715: (left) This Jeep was built and designed as a salute to the historical military vehicles that Jeep created during WWII. Jeep Shortcut: (middle) This trail-capable little Jeep was inspired by the classic CJ-5. It's open and simple design makes it the perfect combination of adventure and capability. Jeep Renegade Commander: (right) This Jeep was made with the wilderness in mind. You can go deep into the woods and feel prepared to handle just about anything in this concept! Read More: 75th Anniversary Jeep Wrangler With Limited Edition Paint Jeep Comanche: (far left) Capable and prepared for going off-road comes together in this pickup made with the rough and rugged Jeep lovers in mind. Jeep FC 150: (left middle) Does this look like something from the depths of your history books? Well, it was meant to. This Jeep pickup concept harkens back to the days when being called rugged meant more than looking tough. Jeep Trailat: (middle right) If you like to go fast, this is the Jeep for you. This hellcat-powered vehicle is built to handle off-roading or a turn on the racetrack. Jeep Trailstorm: (far right) It looks like you could hide just about anywhere in this Jeep, but why would you? It looks great and comes fitted with a lift kit and larger wheels for added capability. Read More: 2016 Jeep Blogs, Facts and Reviews Jeep Easter Safari Vehicles Production Date While the Jeep brand has been releasing vehicles for 75 years, there is no concrete way to know whether these specific concept vehicles will make it to dealership lots. For 2016, you can find the Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Patriot, Compass, Renegade, and Wrangler at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Racine. We'll keep you updated on the arrival or production date for any new Jeep vehicles we'll be seeing on our dealership lot.

New technology means that your Jeep vehicles can come with a variety of new tools and features that may improve your driving experience. With the introduction of the eight-speed transmission, the team at Chrysler-Fiat developed a new gear shifting method that is intended to make shifting between park, drive, reverse, and neutral easier and more efficient. While there are complaints that the e-shift technology is confusing, we have included an instructional video on how to use the new shifting method, and which vehicles have it. more Jeep SUVs with E-Shift Transmission While there are a number of great reasons why the new e-shifter technology works incredibly well, the changes in design have some drivers worried that they are not able to park their vehicle and drive away with the confidence they used to have with older systems of gear changing. Read More: All-New Jeep Wrangler Hybrid The 3.6-liter V6 2014 and 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokees are the vehicles that come with the new shifter that looks much like a traditional shift stick. The difference is in its operation. Instead of shifting from park to drive and the stick remaining in the new position, a light on the device shows which gear you are in, and the stick returns to the center position. As you change gears, both the light on the stick device and an indicator on the Jeep dashboard show which gear the vehicle is in. 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Without E-Shifter For those who do not feel confident in the new style of shifting between gears, the team at Jeep has designed the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee without it. Instead of shifting with the new stick and lights, the Jeep Grand Cherokee adopted a more traditional shift style, offering comfort to those who have been disappointed with the new method. Be sure to check out the other Jeep vehicles available for 2016, and come in for a test drive to see which one is the best fit for you and your preferred driving style.

You read that correctly. Not only was there a previous Jeep parade record of 1,106, but it was beaten last week when a bunch of people got together for an even bigger Jeep parade! It was an impressive sight to see, and it will take quite a few Jeep vehicles to beat this new record! How does the Jeep Wrangler compare to the other Jeep vehicles in this parade? Read on to find out! Were you a part of the Daytona International Speedway Jeep parade last week? If not, that’s really too bad. It was quite the adventure with 1,846 Jeep vehicles all driving together in a 2 mile loop. Starting at 11am, the rainy Jeep parade’s track led both on and off the road, as it is possible for Jeep vehicles to handle rocky terrain. Some Jeep vehicles made it there all the way from Alaska, and most of the Jeeps in the parade were Wranglers. The Jeep Wrangler might be the most recognized model with it’s utilitarian appearance and ability to handle rough driving situations. Check out the link here for more info on this record-breaking Jeep parade! Interested in driving a Jeep vehicle home today? Give us a call or sign up for a test drive online. Our professional team is always happy to help you find the perfect vehicle to match your lifestyle. The all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade is the perfect mix of fuel economy and classic style, while the 2015 Jeep Wrangler features the aggressive and functional appearance we love about the Jeep brand. Check back here at the blog frequently to catch the latest news and fun stories.

Jeep towing capability in Racine WI Do you find yourself wondering about your Jeep towing capability in Racine WI? Do you wonder how much other Jeep vehicles can tow in comparison to yours? Do you want to prove to yourself that you own the most powerful Jeep amongst your friends who also own Jeeps? We will answer this for you once and for all! You will end today knowing how much a Jeep can tow! more Before we get into this, we want you all to know that every Jeep is special and wonderful. Each one is a member of the Jeep family and is part of a great a glorious history. But we also want you to know how intense your Jeep is and how much it can handle. So we made this chart for you! Engine Horsepower Max Towing 2015 Jeep Compass 2.0L DOHC 16V dual VVT 158 hp 1,000lbs 2.4L DOHC 16V dual VVT 172 hp 1,000lbs 2015 Jeep Cherokee 2.4L Tigershark I-4 184 hp 2,000lbs 3.2L Pentastar V6 271 hp 2,000lbs 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L Pentastar V6 290 hp 6,200lbs 5.7L V8 with Fuel Saver Tech 360 hp 7,400lbs 6.4L V8 with Fuel Saver Tech 475 hp 7,200lbs 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 240 hp 7,400lbs 2015 Jeep Patriot 2.0L DOHC 16V dual VVT 158 hp 1,000lbs 2.4L DOHC 16V dual VVT 172 hp 1,000lbs 2015 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 VVT 285 hp 2,000lbs 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 3.6L V6 VVT 285 hp 3,500lbs If you are interested in taking one of the new 2015 Jeep vehicles out for a test drive, make an appointment with our professional team online! Feel free to stop in or give us a call any time. We look forward to hearing from you!

There’s no denying the popularity and importance of making vehicles that are environmentally friendly. This is a much easier feat when talking about making compact cars, but to make an SUV that fits the bill is a completely different animal. Jeep has impressed us for decades, but read here to find out why the environmentally friendly 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee was voted Green SUV of the Year. more The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel was named the Green SUV of 2015 by Green Car Journal. The Grand Cherokee is the most awarded SUV ever and the 2015 Ecodiesel is an excellent addition to the Jeep family. With an impressive fuel economy, comfort and performance, it's no surprise that someone took notice! Delivering 30 mpg on the highway, this full-size SUV is getting the same, if not better, gas milage than most of the compact SUVs available today. Producing a class-leading 240 horsepower and an exciting 240 lb per ft of torque, the EcoDiesel V-6 engine delivers both power and low CO2 emissions. Matched with an efficient eight-speed automatic transmission, the 3.0 Liter EcoDiesel engine is able to achieve excellent acceleration rates and smooth shifting. With ride quality equal to most luxury vehicles, the ability to handle a tough environment and heavy towing (up to 7,400 lbs!) is icing on the already fantastic looking cake. Keeping with the traditional look of the Jeep Grand Cherokee that we have grown to love, this 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee with and EcoDiesel engine is sure to become a new favorite. Jeep has over 70 years of history that continues on into the future as newer and more incredible cars are added to the legacy each year. If you are interested in test-driving or coming in to see a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, contact the friendly, professional staff here at Palmen Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram of Racine. We look forward to showing you what this awesome vehicle can do!

Even though there are plenty of people who, throughout the course of their driving career, will end up changing makes once, twice, or even multiple times, some brands -- even some particular models -- just have that appeal that keeps people coming back for more. You probably know people who are on their second or third of the vehicle they've been driving for years -- it's not all that uncommon. Recently a research firm called IHS did a 12-month study where they looked at which brands and models had the most customer loyalty, and wouldn't you know it -- four of our models here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine made the cut! Two were Jeeps, and there was a Chrysler and a Dodge. Which models were they, and what's with all the Jeep owner loyalty? Find out more here. more First of all, here are the four models: Chrysler Town & Country -- In the Non-Luxury Mid-Size Van segment, the Town & Country takes the top prize for owner loyalty. We can't say we're terribly surprised based on our own experience with T&C owners, but we might take issue with that non-luxury categorization -- how many minivans do you know of with standard leather-trimmed seats? Dodge Challenger -- For the Non-Luxury Sport Mid-Size Car, of course the Challenger was a shoo-in. With its incredible performance, iconic styling, and reputation for quality and endurance, it's not wonder Challenger drivers tend to be lifers. Jeep Grand Cherokee -- The Non-Luxry Mid-Size SUV segment was all wrapped up by the one and only Jeep Grand Cherokee. Why is it the most awarded SUV ever? A lot of reasons, but for drivers who keep coming back for more, it comes down to reliability and comfort. Jeep Wrangler -- It's no secret that Wrangler drivers are a distinctive bunch -- they even have their own wave -- so it's pretty clear that the model would find its way to the top spot of the Non-Luxury Compact SUV segment. One of the main reasons for such Jeep loyalty, in our experience, is that Jeeps are among the most affordable to own, drive, insure, and maintain over time. For people who have been bitten by the Jeep bug, it's hard to go back to anything else. Want to test drive one of our models here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine? Give us a call and we'll get it set up.

Most Popular Dodge Jeep and Ram Every year Edmunds, one of the top resources for auto research, news, and information, comes out with a list of the most popular models across a variety of categories. These are the vehicles whose pages on the site are most viewed and researched. The 2015 list has recently been released by Edmunds, and we're pleased to share that quite a few of the models we sell here at Palmen made the list! Today we'll tell you about the most popular Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles according to Edmunds and let you know how you can take one out for a spin to see if it's a contender for your next vehicle. more The large car category includes the 2015 Dodge Charger -- certainly not surprising given all the attention it's had for its recent redesign and enhanced powertrain options like the SRT Hellcat. When it comes to large traditional SUVs, the Dodge Durango saw its share of consumer research. The spacious, stylish, and powerful family vehicle started garnering major attention during last year's Ron Burgundy advertisements and continues to present a huge draw for people looking for an SUV that does it all. Moving on to the midsize crossover SUV category, the Jeep Cherokee, now in its second strong year, was among the top researched in its class. Offering a unique and appealing mix of efficiency and power while maintaining the signature Jeep look that people love. Then for the midsize SUV category, the Jeep Grand Cherokee stands out as one of the most popular models for its refined style, comfort, and reputation for quality and value in the long term. As for the minivan category, the Dodge Grand Caravan made its way to the top of the list with its industry-leading grasp on quality, value, and attention to details that make it stand out in the relatively small and competitive minivan market. Finally, the 2015 Ram 1500 is one of the most researched large trucks on Edmunds. The award-winning pickup regularly outshines competitors in categories like fuel economy, towing power, and comfort and convenience options in the cab. Interested in taking any of these models for a test drive? Schedule it right here!

Is the 2015 Chrysler 200 a Good Car? When it's time to buy a new car, there are a lot of ads, articles, and retailers out there competing for your attention. The big decision for you, of course, rests on what you see as the best value for the money you're looking to spend. One way people make these key decisions is to take a look at the latest consumer research to come out of today's reputable sources. Here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine, we're proud to tell you that according to Consumers Digest, one of today's leading publications for consumer data, three of the models we stock new here at our dealership are considered top-tier "Best Buys." We'll tell you about their criteria and which of our vehicles made the cut. If you've been wondering, " Is the 2015 Chrysler 200 a good car? " or "Will the new Jeep Cherokee be a good value for the money?" We aim to answer your questions right here! more First of all, what does Consumers Digest use for criteria in deciding which models to label a Best Buy? According to the publication's website, it comes down to eight areas: performance, ease of use, features, quality of construction, warranty, efficiency, styling, and maintenance and service requirements. If those sound like the same elements you use to measure the value of a new vehicle, that's no coincidence. So let's move on to the Best Buys here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine. 2015 Chrysler 200: Completely redesigned for the new model year, the 200 comes out of the gate strong with a Best Buy ranking thanks in part to its competitive fuel economy, unique nine-speed transmission, and incredible array of safety features. 2015 Chrysler Town & Country: A minivan that goes well beyond the basics, the 2015 Chrysler Town & Country offers best-in-class horsepower without sacrificing efficiency or generous space. 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee: There's a reason the Grand Cherokee is the most awarded SUV ever, and that tradition continues with this Best Buy classification for the new model year. Best in class high mpg and three available 4x4 systems are only the beginning. Ready to test drive one of these excellent, top-ranked models here in Racine? Give us a call and we'll make it happen!