For 2018, Jeep reveals a high-performance Grand Cherokee Trackhawk model starting at an MSRP of $86,000. Sitting at the top of the 2018 Grand Cherokee lineup, the Trackhawk comes with most of the SRT's standard equipment along with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8, an upgraded eight-speed transmission, an upgraded adaptive suspension, and Brembo brakes. The SUV also features exclusive interior and exterior cues including a more aggressive-looking bodywork, and lightweight 20-inch wheels with high-performance tires. 

Model	Trackhawk
MSRP	$86,000
Key Features	6.2L Supercharged V8 Engine
	Exclusive 20-Inch Polished Aluminum Wheels with Titanium II Painted Pockets.
	New Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-Inch Touchscreen
	Nappa leather and suede trim seats
	Brembo brakes

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The truly bonkers 707-hp Trackhawk is a top-spec Grand Cherokee model that's not only blistering fast but is more upscale than most of its rivals. Jeep has equipped the Trackhawk with all desired amenities and performance equipment. 

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The Trackhawk uses the Charger/Challenger Hellcat-sourced 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 engine, generating fire-breathing 707 horsepower and 645 lb-ft. of torque. The supercharged V8 comes paired with a reworked version of the eight-speed automatic transmission, a new single-speed transfer case, and a revised rear limited-slip differential. To be in control of such insane power, the Trackhawk sees several changes and upgrades including revised suspension and drivetrain along with active Bilstein dampers.

With Trackhawk’s 707-horsepower engine, the Grand Cherokee feels more like a sports car. Irrespective of the engine and Trackhawk's performance equipment, the SUV is comfortable and drag-ready at the same time.

Models	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
MSRP	$86,000	$114,595	$109,700	$102,695
Engine	6.2L HEMI Supercharged V8	5.0L Supercharged V8	5.5L Twin-Turbo V8	4.4L Twin-Turbo V8
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	8-Speed Automatic	7-Speed Automatic	8-Speed Automatic
Power	707 hp @ 6000 RPM	575 hp @ 6000 RPM	577 hp @ 5500 RPM	567 hp @ 6000 RPM
Torque	645 lb-ft. @ 4800 RPM	516 lb-ft. @ 3500 RPM	561 lb-ft. @ 1750 RPM	553 lb-ft. @ 2200 RPM

We have seen more than 700 hp sports sedans or coupes but the 2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is the first of its kind. also, for an SUV under $90,000, Trackhawk kills the German rivals such as BMW X5 M and Mercedes AMG GLE 63 S with its insane power. 

2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Acceleration

The Trackhawk hit 60 mph from a dead stop in 3.5 seconds, that's even quicker than the Hellcat, for both the Challenger and the Charger. Only a few SUVs are quick enough to hit 60 mph before the Trackhawk, examples being Tesla Model X (3.2 seconds), the Bentley Bentayga (3.5 seconds). Even the Lamborghini claims 3.7 seconds to 60 mph for the 650-hp Urus. 

Models	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
0-60 MPH	3.5 sec	4.3 sec	4.1 sec	4 sec
Quarter mile	11.7 sec	12.7 sec	12.6 sec	12.2 sec
Engine	6.2L HEMI Supercharged V8	5.0L Supercharged V8	5.5L Twin-Turbo V8	4.4L Twin-Turbo V8
Top Speed	180	176	174	155

Don't forget that the Trackhawk weighs almost 5,434 pounds, that's a lot of SUVs. Even the AMG in comparison shares some of the underpinnings with Trackhawk and weighs 100 pounds less. Still, the Trackhawk's acceleration is so much crazy.

2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Ride, Handling, and Braking

To mark the high-performance credentials of the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, Jeep equips it with performance features including a Bilstein adaptive suspension system and a Brembo brake system along with a Quadra-Trac Active On-Demand four-wheel-drive system. The Trackhawk's ride is rather good but the handling isn't as precise as some of the German counterparts as there’s some body roll when going around turns.

The forward visibility is good thanks to the sloped hood and there is minimal noise into the cabin, however, we enjoy the throaty growl from the V8 motor. For its size, this all-wheel-drive Grand Cherokee is more than fast. With standard 20-inch wheels and massive performance tires, Trackhawk offers a slightly firmer ride over the bumps, but otherwise, things are mostly smooth.

Model	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
Brake Front(in)	15.8	15	15.4	15.6
Brake Rear(in)	13.8	14.4	13.6	15.2
Curb weight(lbs)	5434	5093	5379	5260
60-0 MPH (ft.)	108	118	NA	129

The large Brembo brakes respond quickly when we needed to bring all that power to a stop. In the emergency stopping test, the Trackhawk needed just 108 feet to come to stop from 60 mph. For such a heavy SUV, this Jeep sets an exception. The Trackhawk will provide more entertainment per pound than anything on the road.

The powerful Trackhawk gets an EPA-estimated 11/17 city/highway and 13 combined mpg. However, when you will have your foot down the gas pedal, whatever the average maybe, it's super fast. It comes with a 24.1-gallon fuel tank capacity which will allow a driving range of 344 miles in mixed driving situations.

Model	Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	BMW X5 M
MPG (city)	11	15	14	14
MPG (highway)	17	20	18	19
MPG (combined)	13	16	15	16
Fuel Capacity	24.6	27.3	24..6	22.4
Range (City/Highway/Combined)	271/418/344	410/546/478	344/443/393	314/426/370

By comparison, the Range Rover SVR, another supercharged rival delivers the best fuel economy figures, at 15/20 mpg city/highway. The X5 M and AMG GLE 63 S delivers 14/19 mpg and 14/18 mpg, which is about average in the class.

Like other Grand Cherokee models, the Trackhawk seats five people in two rows. However, this Jeep's interior is premium and looks great, and is well-built. Upfront, drivers, and passenger seats are spacious and get wide cushions with good bolstering for more spirited driving. The rear seats have plenty of headroom and legroom even for six-footers.

The Grand Cherokee Trackhawk comes equipped with high-quality materials and textures that match luxury rivals, such as real wood trim on the dashboards and doors and Nappa leather and suede on the seats. For added convenience and comfort, the Jeep gets heated and cooled front seats, heated steering wheel, and heated second-row seats.

Model	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	39.9/58.7/40.3	38.7/NA/NA	38.9/58.5/40.3	39.8/60.5/40.4
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	39.2/58.0/38.6	39.1/NA/NA	38.5/58.4/38.4	38.3/58.3/36.6

You will be delighted with the sleek silver carbon treads along with the instrument panel and doors, and the big console even has illuminated audio ports. the Grand Cherokee’s big doors open wide so climbing in and out is easy.

2018 Grand Cherokee Track Infotainment System

The 2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk comes with all the desired multimedia features and a popular Uconnect infotainment system. The standard fitments include an 8.4-inch touch screen, navigation, two additional USB ports, satellite radio, a nine-speaker Alpine audio system, a 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and a rear seat dual-screen DVD/Blu-ray entertainment system. Uconnect infotainment systems, with their simple interfaces, rank among the best in our opinion.

2018 Grand Cherokee Track Cargo Capacity

Behind the rear seat, the Trackhawk's cargo volume is 36.3 cubic feet, which is more than enough space for your daily groceries or some camping gear. The seatbacks recline 12 degrees and then flip down with a lever for 68.3 cubic feet of cargo space.

Model	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
Behind the Second Row	36.3 cu-ft.	24.8 cu-ft.	38.2 cu-ft.	35.8 cu-ft.
Behind First Row	68.3 cu-ft.	62.2 cu-ft.	60.7 cu-ft.	66 cu-ft.

Only AMG GLE 63 S's cargo capacity surpasses that of the Trackhawk while other midsize SUVs trail by some margin. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a capable tow rig and has decent cargo space. For small storage items, there is a front bin, narrow door pockets, and good anti-tip cupholders.

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The 2018 Grand Cherokee Trackhawk amplifies the exterior styling of the SUV with aggressive body-work. The regular Jeep Grand Cherokee is a blend of modern and traditional design which allows it to stand among luxury-brand rivals. From the exterior, the Trackhawk certainly looks like a big SUV.

The styling on the font isn’t quite as assertive but the Trackhawk's exclusive design cues add more authority. It still has the seven-slat grille, a strong jawline with a blacked-out air dam, and large 20-inch wheels. The side view is reminiscent of the BMW X5.

Model	2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk	2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR	2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S	2018 BMW X5 M
Curb Weight(lbs)	5363	5093	5225	5260
Length(in)	189.8	192.2	191	192.7
Width(in)	76.5	81.6	78.9	78.1
Height(in)	67.9	71	69.3	67.6
Ground clearance(in)	8.1	8.4	NA	8.1
Wheelbase(in)	114.7	115	114.8	115.5

Trackhawk's curb weight is around the same range as the competition but it is a tad bit smaller when the length, width, and height are compared. However, It does have a commanding drive position and the outward view is fairly clear.

The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk fared "Good' in almost all the sectors when tested by the NHTSA and the IIHS. However, It had a major hiccup in the front side overlap test where It fared "Marginal" according to the crash tests.

There is long list of safety features which comprise of both active safety systems and passive safety system working in synergy to keep the occupants safe. The Optional safety package is now available on the high end Trailhawk and Overland variants. It features tech like emergency braking system, lane departure alert, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning to name a few.

• 4-Wheel Traction Control
• ParkSense Rear Park-Assist with Stop
• Electronic Stability Control
• Enhanced Accident Response System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
• Advanced Multistage Front Airbags
• LATCH Ready Child Seat Anchor System
• Supplemental Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Supplemental Side-Curtain Airbags
• Supplemental Side-Curtain Front and Rear Airbags
• Hill Start Assist
• ParkView Rear Back Up Camera

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR

The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is one of the most pricey midsize SUVs, almost $28,000 more than the Trackhawk. Though the Range Rover Sport SVR also uses a supercharged engine, the Trackhawk is way more powerful. The Land Rover dominates Jeep in terms of luxurious interior design and style. The SVR's cabin feels more roomy and upscale as well.

With European looks, the Range Rover is one of the most popular SUVs for its exterior styling, still, we also like the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk's aggressive look. For the value of money, 707 hp under the hood, practical interiors, and more cargo capacity, the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is a way more sensible choice. 

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vs BMW X5 M

The 2018 BMW X5 M guarantees a precision performance in an SUV avatar and since it's an 'M', you will enjoy all the performance upgrades. On the other hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk also features upgraded mechanical equipment like Brembo brakes and adaptive suspension, it stands out for its more than 700 hp engine. 

As the BMW and Jeep go head-to-head, the Trackhawk is quicker than the X5 M and also offers more cargo and interior space. However, handling the Trackhawk isn't as enjoyable as the X5 M. The Trackhawk might be more opulent but the X5 M is significantly bigger in dimensions which translates into better space on the inside.

The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is a fairly competitive vehicle in the segment. It has almost 10 variants on offer and one of them is bound to suit you. The Uconnect infotainment system is something that's truly awesome, its refinement truly nails the competition down to the ground in this sector.

Barring a few hiccups such as the sub-par boot space and a poor frontal crash test result, the car offers a fair VFM for a $30,000- $35,000 vehicle. The mid-level Altitude variant definitely offers the best VFM amongst all the other variants. The Jeep stables have reared a very, very competitive racehorse indeed.