Ride Comfort
The Grand Cherokee's ride comfort is its most impressive quality. The new four-wheel independent suspension soaks up bumps easily without getting flustered like a traditional SUV can, and it corners confidently without any of the top-heavy motions normally associated with SUVs. It really does drive like a crossover; it reminded me of a softer version of the Honda Pilot or Mazda CX-9.
The ride gets a little cushier still if you get the optional Quadra-Lift adjustable air suspension, but the difference is subtle. Grand Cherokees with the air suspension do a better job of masking pavement imperfections, and the SUV floats a little more over bigger bumps.
Jeep found the desired middle ground with the Grand Cherokee's steering tuning. There's enough power assistance that your arms won't tire turning the wheel, but it's also not overboosted like some systems; there's some heft to the steering wheel. The SUV tracks confidently on the highway with good straight-line stability.
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering Wheel) ...
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, and activate
the Panic Alarm from a maximum distance of 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmi ...
Rearming The System
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the Vehicle
Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual
signals after 15 minutes, an ...