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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a sUV Luxury. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $53,470 for the Laredo variant and topping out at $64,980 for the Limited variant.
There are 2 variants of the Grand Cherokee available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-1996.
The 1996 Grand Cherokee was offered with a 2 year, 50,000 km warranty.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is only available with a motor that produces 130kW and 301Nm of torque. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $53,470 - $64,980â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $53,470 - $64,980â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Available Variants
The Jeep Grand Cherokee comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Laredo and the most expensive being Limited.
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
News
William Stopford
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Power to Weight
71.82 kW/t
40 kW/t
75.02 kW/t
Boot Space
1,136 litres
355 litres
1,639 litres
Price
$53,470 - $64,980
$39,465
$114,220
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
Warranty (Distance)
50,000 km
40,000 km
50,000 km
Years on Sale
3 - 4 years
3 years
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,360 kg
2,360 kg
2,960 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
2,500 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
41°
40°
44°
Departure Angle
31.8°
31°
32.5°
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Night Eagle
2023
$65,450
Limited
2023
$72,950
Overland
2023
$77,750
Summit Reserve 4xe
2023
$77,760
Night Eagle
2022
$82,750
Limited
2022
$88,750
Summit Reserve
2023
$90,450
Summit Reserve
2022
$115,950
Year
2023
2022
Engine Type
3.6L Combustion
2.0L PHEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
210 kW
280 kW
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Dimensions
4,500 mm
1,800 mm
1,690 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,500 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
2024645Total Sales
2025673Total Sales
202610YTD Sales
Jeep Grand Cherokee Sales rolling 12-months#
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Laredo variant that starts from $53,470.
See all Jeep Grand Cherokee PricingThe most expensive Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Limited variant that starts from $64,980.
See all Jeep Grand Cherokee PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jeep Grand Cherokee is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Jeep Grand Cherokee towing capacityThe largest Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Laredo variant which measures 1800mm wide, 4500mm in length and sits 1690mm tall.
All variants of the Jeep Grand Cherokee have a maximum power of 130kW and 301nm of torque.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is built in Austria and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Laredo variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2360 kg.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee uses Unleaded Petrol.
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