Download Print Press Kit: 2005 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Limited 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited - Product Chronology Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2004 - 2004 MODEL YEAR Special Edition, Freedom, Columbia Edition and Rocky Mountain models introduced New fascia, grille and fog lamps on all Grand Cherokee models All models available in choice of either two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive Quadra-Trac I single-speed transfer case introduced on Laredo (only available with 4.0-liter I-6 engine) New navigation radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM stereo, CD player and DVD-based navigation system 2003 MODEL YEAR New high-back cloth seat standard for Laredo Interior upper head impact protection—Meets 2003 federal standard Child seat anchor system—LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) 2002 MODEL YEAR Premium Overland model New 4.7-liter High Output V-8 engine—Standard on Overland, optional on Limited Vari-Lok® rear differential replaces rear Trac-Lok®(a)—Optional without Quadra-Drive® New tire pressure monitor system—Optional New rain-sensing automatic windshield wipers—Optional on Limited; standard on Overland Thermal expansion valve added to air conditioning system to enhance cool-down New electroluminescent cluster lighting—Standard on Overland and Limited New optional power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals New optional inflatable curtain supplemental side air bags for front and outboard rear seat occupants—Standard on Overland Air bag system upgraded with multiple threshold sensors and dual-stage inflators ORVR (Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) added 2001 MODEL YEAR New 545RFE five-speed automatic transmission with 4.7-liter engine provides a second overdrive ratio for increased highway fuel economy and reduced engine noise at highway speeds Industry-first hydraulically driven engine cooling fan on 4.7-liter engine for increased fuel economy and efficiency New Euro-style seats with gathered leather on Limited 2000 MODEL YEAR Two-wheel drive available with 4.7-liter Power Tech™ V-8 engine Selec-Trac® transfer case available with 4.7-liter Power Tech V-8 engine 1999 MODEL YEAR Complete redesign Quadra-Drive four-wheel drive system with Quadra-Trac® II transfer case and Vari-Lok axles 4.7-liter Power Tech SOHC, 16-valve SMPI V-8 engine (235 horsepower, 295 lb.-ft. of torque) 4.0-liter Power Tech OHV, 12-valve SMPI I-6 engine upgraded (195 horsepower, 230 lb.-ft. of torque); meets LEV exhaust emission requirements in CA, NY, MA and NE Trading Region states 45RFE multi-speed automatic transmission New steering, suspension and brake systems Infrared dual zone climate control, Limited only Inside, underfloor spare tire stowage Next-generation driver and passenger air bags(b) Sentry Key® theft-deterrent system 1998 MODEL YEAR Limited with 5.9-liter Power Tech V-8 engine Improved-response steering gear 1997 MODEL YEAR 4.0-liter Power Tech engine meets Transitional Low Emission Vehicle (TLEV) standards where required Two-wheel drive available with 5.2-liter engine 1996 MODEL YEAR 4.0-liter Power Tech engine provides more usable torque and quieter operation On-demand Quadra-Trac transfer case available Driver and front passenger air bags Automatic-dimming day/night rearview mirror available Heated front seats available 1995 MODEL YEAR Higher torque for 5.2-liter engine 1994 MODEL YEAR Four-wheel disc brakes on Limited Front and rear side guard door beams for side-impact protection 1993 MODEL YEAR 5.2-liter V-8 engine introduced Two-wheel drive available with 4.0-liter Power Tech engine 1992 MODEL YEAR Initial introduction spring 1992 as a 1993 model (a) Trac-Lok® is a registered trademark of Spicer Technology, Inc. (b) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children.