Jeep Grand Cherokee Signature Edition: Take a look at 5 key highlights of this special edition SUV
The Jeep Grand Cherokee Signature Edition now gets added to the list of other editions of the SUV.
Jeep has introduced a new Signature Edition of the Grand Cherokee in India, expanding its flagship SUV offering with a few thoughtful enhancements. Priced at ₹ 69.04 lakh (ex-showroom), the Signature Edition is ₹ 1.54 lakh costlier than the standard Limited (O) variant. While the Signature Edition does not bring sweeping changes, it subtly enhances the Grand Cherokee's appeal through a few useful additions, particularly for those prioritising comfort and in-cabin utility. That said, with no drivetrain or design updates, it stays largely the same SUV under the skin. With increasing competition in the premium SUV space, Jeep's move seems focused on offering buyers a value-added package rather than a reimagined product.
Here are five key highlights that define this new edition:
5 Safety and rivals
The Grand Cherokee comes with eight airbags, ABS with EBD, traction and stability control, hill start assist, tyre pressure monitoring, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Notably, this model is locally assembled in India, making it more competitively priced than fully imported rivals like the Volvo XC90 or some trims of the Audi Q7. However, with no seven-seater option, the Grand Cherokee may not appeal to larger families looking for maximum flexibility.
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First Published Date: 13 Jun 2025, 12:00 PM IST
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