Jump LinksWL Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:WL Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:WK Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years:The 1993-1998 model years were the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s first as the ZJ generation, and it was initially slated to replace both the SJ Jeep Wagoneer and the smaller XJ Cherokee, yet ended up becoming a separate nameplate in its own right. After a successful run of seven model years, the redesign of the Jeep Grand Cherokee was codenamed the WJ and launched in 1998 with fresh new engines and a bigger body, running for six years before it was replaced with the WK for 2005, which launched with the new Hemi V8 engine but was criticized for taking a step back in quality with many hard cabin plastics. The longest-running Grand Cherokee of all was the WK2, which went on sale in 2010.Through two facelifts and many year-by-year changes, the WK Jeep Grand Cherokee persisted until 2021 when the latest WL replaced it. As of its latest facelift for the 2026 model year, the WL Grand Cherokee can be equipped with either a 3.6L Pentastar V6 or a new 2.0L Hurricane I4. 2026 - Present Jeep Grand Cherokee WL (5th Gen) Facelift 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L SummitThe latest facelift for the WL Grand Cherokee includes some styling changes, but the biggest difference is the introduction of a new 2.0L "Hurricane" turbo inline-4. This new engine makes an impressive 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, which means it's more powerful than the 3.6L Pentastar V6 offered in the two cheapest Laredo trims. Other updates include revised exterior styling, and the model is available in three main trim lines: the Laredo, Limited, and Summit. Jeep removed the Overland and Summit Reserve trim levels. WL Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2022-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee WL (5th Gen) Jeep-Grand_Cherokee-2022-2For the first time in more than a decade, the fifth of the Grand Cherokee generations was redesigned and replaced with a more upscale new car that eventually spawned more body sizes. The 293-hp 3.6L V6 and 357-hp 5.7L V8 weren’t changed much, but there was a new 2.0L turbo-four plug-in hybrid 4xe with 375 hp. For 2024, the V8 engine was dropped in anticipation of the twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline six-cylinder that will replace it in the near future. WL Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (4th Gen) Facelift 2 Jeep-Grand_Cherokee_Trailhawk-2017-Exterior Front 3/4The WK2 was facelifted for the second time for MY2017, while the 3.6L V6 was uprated to 295 hp. The other powertrains remained essentially the same. WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (4th Gen) Facelift 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 (42)After a few years, the Jeep Grand Cherokee range got a new eight-speed automatic transmission for 2014, while a new 240-hp 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel also became available. WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2011-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (4th Gen) 2011-2013 Jeep Grand CherokeeHailing from the DaimlerChrysler era, the 2011 WK2 shared much of its underpinnings with the W166 Mercedes-Benz ML-class, while it also introduced the brand-new 290-hp 3.6L Pentastar V6. The 5.7L Hemi V8 returned in 360-hp form, as did the SRT V8, now a 6.4L with 470 hp. A new six-speed transmission became available for the V8. WK2 Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2008-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK (3rd Gen) Facelift 2008-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Green Front AngleThe third of the Jeep Grand Cherokee generations launched with independent front suspension and improved 4WD systems, while playing host to Jeep’s new modular 3.7L V6 and 4.7L V8 PowerTech engines. These engines had 210 hp and 235 hp, respectively, connected to five-speed automatic transmissions. By the time of the 2008 facelift, the 4.7L V8 was dramatically uprated to 305 hp, while the new Hemi V8 engine in 5.7L guise (330 hp) and 6.1L for the SRT (425 hp) also came to market. A 215-hp V6 turbo-diesel was also made available. WK Generation Grand Cherokee Production Years: 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK (3rd Gen) 2005 - 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee - front 3/4 angle The WK, or third-generation Grand Cherokee, was introduced for the 2005 model year. This generation saw the largest expanse of powertrain options, including a 3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, 5.7L Hemi V8, and a special SRT variant was introduced for MY2006 with a 6.1L V8 that made 420 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Like normal, buyers could choose between rear- and four-wheel drive options. 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ (2nd Gen) 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland - exterior, grayThe second-gen, or WJ Grand Cherokee was sold from 1999 through 2004. It could be equipped with either a 4.0L inline-6 or a 4.7L V8. Horsepower ranged from 195 to 265 hp. RWD or 4WD options remained available, and it could tow up to 6,500 pounds when properly equipped. 1996-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ (1st Gen) Facelift 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee front 3/4By the end of the ZJ Grand Cherokee's run, it had a special Limited trim that used a 5.9L V8 with a tune for 245 hp and 345 lb-ft of torque. Both RWD and 4WD variants were available. Other changes for this facelift included cosmetic upgrades inside and out. 1993-1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ (1st Gen) 1994 jeep grand cherokee front blackThe first Jeep Grand Cherokee debuted for the 1993 model year. Its first model year could be equipped with a 4.0-liter inline-6 that made 190 horsepower or a 5.2-liter V8 that made 220 hp.