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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee is that the Active Safety Group reaches the base Laredo for the first time. This is otherwise a light-update year, with a new North trim, two diesel options dropped, and several equipment changes.
About the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
4th generation WK2 (2011-2021), late-cycle year before the next-generation Grand Cherokee L arrived for 2021 and the next two-row Grand Cherokee followed for 2022.
The 2020 Grand Cherokee is Jeep’s two-row midsize SUV that tries to cover several jobs at once: family SUV, upscale daily driver, real off-road vehicle, and V8 performance machine. Jeep positions it around a blend of comfort, towing strength, and brand-authentic capability. What sets it apart is the breadth of the range: few rivals offer basic, luxury, off-road, and extreme-performance versions of the same SUV line.
The 2020 lineup stretches from the straightforward V6-powered Laredo to the off-road-focused Trailhawk, luxury-oriented Summit, and V8-powered SRT and Trackhawk. Notable features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Laredo, low-range four-wheel drive and an adjustable air suspension on Trailhawk, and a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 in Trackhawk.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The diesel engine option is dropped from the High Altitude and Trailhawk. The new North trim pairs the 3.6-liter V6 with standard four-wheel drive.
Safety
The Active Safety Group reaches Laredo for the first time. Laredos fitted with it have forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams.
Styling
High Altitude gets new wheel choices. Overland adds a Dark Sienna Brown and black interior, while Summit adds a Light Frost and brown interior.
Tech
A new Premium Lighting Group joins the equipment lists for Laredo, Limited, and Trailhawk. Satellite radio changes from standard to optional on Laredo, Laredo E, and Upland.
Comfort equipment
Limited, Limited X, and Trailhawk make the power sunroof standard. The new winter-focused North trim includes heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote start, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 6.4 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter | V8, HEMI, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter | V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg | 18 mpg | 19 mpg | 14–18 mpg | 19 mpg | 14–18 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 14–18 mpg | 14–18 mpg | 11 mpg | 14–18 mpg | 14–18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 26 mpg | 22–25 mpg | 26 mpg | 22–25 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 22–25 mpg | 22–25 mpg | 17 mpg | 22–25 mpg | 22–25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 475 hp | 295 hp | 295 hp | 240–360 hp | 295 hp | 240–360 hp | 295 hp | 295 hp | 240–360 hp | 295–360 hp | 707 hp | 295–360 hp | 295–360 hp |
| Torque | 470 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260–420 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260–420 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260–420 lb-ft | 260–390 lb-ft | 645 lb-ft | 260–390 lb-ft | 260–390 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | 7200 lb | 6200 lb | 6200 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft | 68.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in | 38.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||||||||
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| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||||||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||||||||
| HID Headlights | |||||||||||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||||||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||||||||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||||||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||||||||||
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| Smartphone Interface | |||||||||||||
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| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||||||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||||||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||||||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||||||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The biggest change is expanded access to advanced safety features on the base Laredo. Laredos fitted with the Active Safety Group have forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams.
Is the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee a redesign?
No, the 2020 Grand Cherokee is not a redesign. It remains part of the fourth-generation WK2 lineup and receives relatively small trim and equipment updates.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee trim is new for 2020?
The North Edition is new for 2020. It is a winter-focused trim with standard four-wheel drive, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote start, tow hooks, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
Does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee still have a diesel engine?
The diesel option is dropped from the High Altitude and Trailhawk for 2020. Other gasoline engines continue, including the 3.6-liter V6 and the performance-focused V8s in SRT and Trackhawk.
Which 2020 Grand Cherokee trims gained a standard sunroof?
Limited, Limited X, and Trailhawk make the power sunroof standard for 2020. This was optional on those trims in 2019.
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
(286 reviews)
“Overall, the safety, reliability, and the power of the car is what I love. The gas mileage is something I was aware of but it is worth it.”
“I like the power and dependability of the Jeep Grand Cherokee for the comfort and all time 4x4 drive. I live in a state where I can get 3 of 4 weather all in 1 day so having a vehicle that can transition through all types of weather is a plus.”