The gang at Sureterm Direct insurance love checking out the latest 4×4 motor launches.  So we were well chuffed to see that Jeep had thoroughly updated its Grand Cherokee range for 2008, with a range of new features and a new luxurious interior.

New soft-touch interior dashboard materials, interior colours and new textures all help to make the new Grand Cherokee 4×4 even more lip smacking, while a host of new features – tilt and telescope steering column, improved steering wheel and armrests for improved ergonomics and comfort, new instrument clusters and floor console with improved cup holders – all add to the high-class ambience.

In addition, Limited and Overland models get a new leather-wrapped parking brake handle and the Overland gets a new leather package on seats, doors and dashboard and heated second row seats.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers 4×4 owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system as well as the ability to store up to 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive- fantastic for long distance driving. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

On the exterior, a new front fascia and grille surround with a new body-colour front sill and air dam give the latest Grand Cherokee 4×4 a more modern look, together with a new range of alloy wheels and a new headlamp design.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “Our new leather package helps create a sumptuous interior to cosset driver and passengers and offers everything that customers want from a luxury without the excessive price tag. As usual the latest Jeep offers outstanding value for money and the efficiency of a Mercedes-Benz diesel engine across the range.”

The latest Grand Cherokee is also still hard to beat for off-road 4×4 driving. Hill Descent Control now comes as standard on diesel models and is designed to mimic the safe downhill control offered by the ultra-low gearing usually found in hard-core off-road vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.

Elliott added: “If you think that all of these off-road gadgets never get used then think again. Driving up or down ice or snow covered roads will be made safer with 4×4 and Hill Descent Control, while anyone who has ever towed anything like a caravan or a horse trailer in wet and slippery road conditions can appreciate the benefits of being able to control your speed down a steep hill.”

So for glamorous 4×4 driving, we love the new Grand Cherokee.  If you need great 4×4 insurance for your 4×4, caravan insurance or trailer insurance, then call the team on 0800 999 2030.  We don’t charge you for the calls and we know that we’ll pleasantly surprise you on how competitive our 4×4 insurance quotes can be.

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