Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

The new SRT8 is the best sporty handling Jeep vehicle ever.
The new SRT8 is the best sporty handling Jeep vehicle ever.
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The new Jeep Grand Cherokee gets above the previous model's 6.1-litre Hemi V8 to a 6.4-litre Hemi V8 in the new gen' version due out soon.

It's a blunt fronted head turner almost guaranteed to be a hit due to its indecent performance, brutal acceleration and ``in yer face'' looks to match.

That new donk kicks out a whopping 350kW and 630Nm of torque, significantly up on the previous model which was a renowned traffic light derby specialist.

Jeep says the new SRT8 stops the clocks from 0-100kmh in a scant 4.8 seconds - not bad for a two tonne truck. Not only that, if you need to avoid running over someone, this big brute will stop from 100kmh in 35 metres thanks to its huge brakes and bitumen buckling tyres.

The new SRT8 is also the best sporty handling Jeep vehicle ever and features advanced new active damping suspension managed by new Selec-Track system.

A new active valve exhaust system allows standard Fuel Saver Technology to ensure a 13-percent improvement in highway fuel efficiency and 720km range.

The lowered profile, race-inspired interior and exclusive SRT steering wheel with mounted paddle shifters give a performance-oriented styling to the Jeep flagship. Get your money ready for a mid 2012 delivery date.

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Peter Barnwell is a former CarsGuide contributor and News Corp Australia Editor. During his decades of experience as an automotive expert, he has specialised in writing about performance vehicles.

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