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2011 Overland Summit edition

 

[November 16, 2010 – WK2Jeeps.com]

Jeep is pleased to announce the Grand Cherokee Overland Summit, the most luxurious Jeep vehicle ever – designed for drivers seeking the peak of luxury and capability.

Available in a new, exclusive Rugged Brown paint scheme, sporting a unique front appearance that includes a fully chromed grille and fog lamp bezels, and riding on 20-inch bright, polished aluminum wheels, the Overland Summit model elevates the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee to new levels of indulgence and refinement for drivers seeking the ultimate personal driving statement in a premium sport-utility vehicle.

Inside, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee features unique Black Olive burl real wood trim blended into the instrument panel. The distinctive polished trim wraps into the upper panels of both the front and rear doors surrounding passengers with the highest levels of craftsmanship. The wood trim is also used on the standard, leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel.

The Grand Cherokee Overland Summit boasts a Black lower and New Saddle upper interior trim color, along with saddle-color Nappa heated and ventilated leather seats – with perforated inserts, accent piping and unique stitching – and Berber floor mats with Black and Chestnut accent binding.

Standard on the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is the Advanced Warning System and Adaptive Cruise Control group, which consists of Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-path detection systems.

In addition to the unique Rugged Brown exterior color, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is also available in Mineral Gray, White Gold and Black.

2011 Overland Summit edition key features:

 

  • 20″ Bright Polished Aluminum Wheels
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Black Olive Ash Burl real wood trim
  • Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection
  • Chrome grille and fog lamp bezels
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • New Saddle upper interior trim color
  • New Saddle Nappa leather heated and ventilated seats with accent piping
  • Berber floor mats with accent binding
  • Premium Navigation Radio w/ Sensor-assisted GPS, Voice Command and SIRIUS Traffic (model RHR 730N)
  • Quadra-Lift Air Suspension (4WD models)
  • Quadra-Drive (4WD models with Hemi)
  • Rugged Brown exterior color (exclusive to Summit Edition), also available in Mineral Gray, White Gold and Black
  • Trail Tow Group IV (Standard on 4WD models)

2011 Summit edition pricing:

(Invoice pricing shown in red text)

1a. Base MSRP 2WD Overland:  $38,715  ($36,446)
or
1b. Base MSRP 4WD Overland:  $41,910  ($39,423)

2. Summit edition package:  $4,085  ($3,636)

3. Plus Destination:  $780  ($780)

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Subtotal 2WD:  $43,580  ($40,862)

Subtotal 4WD:  $46,775  ($43,839)
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Options:

 

4a. 5.7L Hemi engine with 2WD models $1495.00  ($1,331)
or
4b. 5.7L Hemi engine with 4WD models $1995.00  ($1,776) (includes Quadra-Drive II and Tow Group IV package)

5. Engine block heater  $50   ($45)

6. Mopar Chrome Edition Group  $995   ($886)
Includes:
Chrome exterior mirrors
Mopar chrome exhaust tip
Mopar chrome tubular side steps
Mopar front & rear door entry guards

7. Off-road Adventure II Group  $275   ($245)
Includes:
18×8.0″ aluminum polished wheels
Michelin P265/60r18 OWL on/off road tires
Skid Plate Group
Tow hooks
Trail Rated badge
(Note: When ordering this package, 20″ wheels are deleted and replaced with 18″ aluminum wheels)

8. Rear DVD entertainment center  $1,495   ($1331)
Includes:
Power Sunroof (single pane)
Rear Overhead Console
Sirius Backseat TV

9a. Trailer Tow Group (for 2WD models with 3.6L)  $595   ($530)
or
9b. Trailer Tow Group IV (for 2WD models with 5.7L)  $695   ($645)
(Note: Trailer Tow Group IV is Standard on 4WD Overland models)

2011 Overland Summit exterior colors:

Brilliant Black Pearl Coat
Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Rugged Brown Pearl Coat
White Gold Clear Coat

2011 Grand Cherokee Overland Summit edition

2012 Overland Summit edition

[September 1, 2011 – WK2Jeeps.com]

Sporting a unique front appearance that includes a fully chromed grille and fog lamp bezels, and riding on 20-inch bright, polished aluminum wheels, the Overland Summit model elevates the Jeep Grand Cherokee to a higher level of indulgence and refinement for drivers seeking the ultimate personal driving statement in a premium sport-utility vehicle.

Inside, the Jeep Grand Cherokee features unique Black Olive burl real wood trim blended into the instrument panel. The distinctive polished trim wraps into the upper panels of both the front and rear doors surrounding passengers with the highest levels of craftsmanship. The wood trim is also used on the standard, leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel.

The Grand Cherokee Overland Summit boasts a Black lower and New Saddle upper interior trim color, along with saddle-color Nappa heated and ventilated leather seats – with perforated inserts, accent piping and unique stitching – and Berber floor mats with Black and Chestnut accent binding.

Also standard on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is the Advanced Warning System and Adaptive Cruise Control group, which consists of adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Warning, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection systems.

In addition to the unique Rugged Brown exterior color, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is also available in Mineral Gray, White Gold and Black.

2012 Overland Summit edition key features

 

  • New: 6-speed automatic transmission (5.7L models)
  • New: Chrome tow hooks (available starting in November 2011)
  • 20″ Bright Polished Aluminum Wheels
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Black Olive Ash Burl real wood trim
  • Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection
  • Chrome grille and fog lamp bezels
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • New Saddle upper interior trim color
  • New Saddle Nappa leather heated and ventilated seats with accent piping
  • Berber floor mats with accent binding
  • Premium Navigation Radio w/ Sensor-assisted GPS, Voice Command and SIRIUS Traffic (model RHR 730N)
  • Quadra-Lift Air Suspension (4WD models)
  • Quadra-Drive with ELSD (4WD models with Hemi)
  • Trail Tow Group IV (Standard on 4WD models)

2012 Overland Summit edition pricing:

(Invoice pricing shown in red text)

1a. Base MSRP 2WD Overland:  $39,495  ($37,181)
or
1b. Base MSRP 4WD Overland:  $42,995  ($40,426)

2. Summit edition package:  $3,600  ($3,204)

3. Plus Destination:  $825  ($825)

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Subtotal 2WD:  $43,920  ($41,210)

Subtotal 4WD:  $47,420  ($44,455)
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Options:

 

4a. 5.7L Hemi engine with 2WD models $1695.00  ($1,509)
or
4b. 5.7L Hemi engine with 4WD models $2195.00  ($1,954) (includes Quadra-Drive II and Tow Group IV package)

5. Engine block heater  $50   ($45)

6. Mopar Chrome Edition Group  $995   ($886)
Includes:
Chrome exterior mirrors
Mopar chrome exhaust tip
Mopar chrome tubular side steps
Mopar front & rear door entry guards

7. Off-road Adventure II Group (4WD only)  $275   ($245)
Includes:
18×8.0″ Aluminum Polished Wheels
P265/60R18 OWL Michelin On/off Road Tires
Electronic Limited Slip Rear Differential (included w/5.7L, not available with V6)
Quadra-Drive II 4WD System (w/5.7L)
Skid Plate Group (Fuel Tank, Transfer Case, Front Suspension, Underbody)
Tow Hooks
Trail Rated Badge
(Note: When ordering this package, 20″ wheels are deleted and replaced with 18″ aluminum wheels)

8. Rear DVD entertainment center  $1,495   ($1331)
Includes:
Power Sunroof (single pane)
Rear Overhead Console
Sirius Backseat TV

9a. Trailer Tow Group   $595   ($530)
or
9b. Trailer Tow Group IV   $695   ($645)
(Note: Trailer Tow Group IV is Standard on 4WD Overland models with 5.7L)

2012 Summit edition exterior colors:

Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Rugged Brown Pearl Coat
Canyon Brown Pearl Coat (cancelled, replaced with Rugged Brown)

2013 Overland Summit edition

(order banks opened on August 6, 2012)

[September 1, 2012 – WK2Jeeps.com]

For the 2013 model year, Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit models have new standard features that raise the bar even further in terms of luxury. These include standard Front Park Assist, power folding outside mirrors and headlight washers. The highly regarded Overland Summit interior is now available with black or saddle colored Nappa leather seating with Saddle accent stitching. A Saddle leather interior is also available for 2013. Black Berber floor mats feature a black binding.

Sporting a unique front appearance with a fully chromed grille and fog lamp bezels, and riding on 20-inch bright, polished aluminum wheels, the Overland Summit model is the Jeep Grand Cherokee to a higher level of indulgence and refinement for drivers seeking the ultimate personal driving statement in a premium sport-utility vehicle.

The award-winning Black lower and New Saddle upper interior trim, along with saddle-color Nappa heated and ventilated leather seats – with perforated inserts, accent piping and unique stitching – and Berber floor mats with Black and Chestnut accent binding, is still available.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee features unique Black Olive burl real wood trim blended into the instrument panel. The distinctive polished trim wraps into the upper panels of both the front and rear doors surrounding passengers with the highest levels of craftsmanship. The wood trim is also used on the standard, leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel.

Also standard on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is the Advanced Warning System and Adaptive Cruise Control group, which consists of Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-path detection systems.

In addition to the exclusive Rugged Brown exterior color, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit is also available in Mineral Gray, White Gold and Brilliant Black.

2013 Overland Summit edition key features:

 

  • New: Headlamp washers
  • New: ParkSense System, Front & Rear
  • New: Power-folding mirrors
  • New: available Black Nappa Leather (seats, upper trim, I/P, console)
  • 20″ Bright Polished Aluminum Wheels
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Black Olive Ash Burl real wood trim
  • Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection
  • Chrome grille and fog lamp bezels
  • Chrome tow hooks
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • New Saddle upper interior trim color
  • New Saddle Nappa leather heated and ventilated seats with accent piping
  • Berber floor mats with accent binding
  • Power Tilt/Telescoping steering column
  • Premium Navigation Radio w/ Sensor-assisted GPS, Voice Command and SIRIUS Traffic (model RHR 730N)
  • Quadra-Lift Air Suspension (4WD models)
  • Quadra-Drive with ELSD (4WD models with Hemi)
  • Trail Tow Group IV (Standard on 4WD models)

2013 Overland Summit edition intro pricing:

(Invoice pricing shown in red text)

NOTE: Jeep increased the price of the Overland by $400 MSRP effective October 1, 2012. The destination price was also increased to $995. The price increases are not reflected in the introductory prices shown below.

1a. Base MSRP 2WD Overland:  $40,095  ($37,682)
or
1b. Base MSRP 4WD Overland:  $43,595  ($40,932)

2. Summit Edition package:  $4,000  ($3,560)

3. Plus Destination:  $925  ($925)

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Subtotal 2WD:  $45,020  ($42,167)

Subtotal 4WD:  $48,520  ($45,417)
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Options:

 

4a. 5.7L Hemi engine with 2WD models $1695.00  ($1,509)
or
4b. 5.7L Hemi engine with 4WD models $2195.00  ($1,954) (includes Quadra-Drive II and Tow Group IV package)

5. Engine block heater  $95   ($85)

6. Mopar Chrome Edition Group  $995   ($886)
Includes:
Chrome exterior mirrors
Mopar chrome exhaust tip
Mopar chrome tubular side steps
Mopar front & rear door entry guards

7. Off-road Adventure II Group (4WD only)  $275   ($245)
Includes:
18×8.0″ Aluminum Polished Wheels
P265/60R18 OWL Michelin On/off Road Tires
Electronic Limited Slip Rear Differential (included w/5.7L, not available with V6)
Quadra-Drive II 4WD System (w/5.7L)
Skid Plate Group (Fuel Tank, Transfer Case, Front Suspension, Underbody)
Tow Hooks
Trail Rated Badge
(Note: When ordering this package, 20″ wheels are deleted and replaced with 18″ aluminum wheels)

8. Rear DVD entertainment center  $1,395   ($1242)
Includes:
Power Sunroof (single pane)
Rear Overhead Console
Sirius Backseat TV

9a. Trailer Tow Group (V6 models only)   $595   ($530)
(Note: Trailer Tow Group IV is Standard on 4WD Overland models with 5.7L)

2013 Overland Summit edition exterior colors:

Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Rugged Brown Pearl Coat
Winter Chill Pearl Coat

 

2014 Summit

For additional detailed information on the 2014 Summit see:  2014 Press Release   and   2014 Options and Pricing

2014 Grand Cherokee Summit

  • Summit becomes its own model (no longer “Overland Summit”)
  • Launch date: 1st quarter 2013
  • New: 8-speed ZF automatic transmission with paddle shifters (8HP70)
  • New: 8.4″ SmartTouch navigation screen with one-step destination entry, 3-D city models, landmarks, and digital terrain modeling, dead-reckoning with gyro
  • New: Harman 19-speaker premium sound system
  • New: Refreshed front fascia/grille and rear fascia
  • New: LED taillamps
  • New: Under seat lighting
  • New: Revised 115V power inverter – works with popular gaming systems
  • New: Instrument cluster
  • New: “ecall” – one-touch 911 access or Roadside Assistance Services & crash notification (via rearview mirror button)

2014 Summit edition exterior colors:

Bright White Clear Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Cashmere Pearl Coat
Deep Auburn Pearl Coat
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat

2014 Summit early spy photos

2015 Summit

For additional detailed information on the 2015 Summit see:  2015 Press Release   and   2015 Options and Pricing

See also:  2015 Summit California Edition (Platinum Series)

 

  • Order banks open: June 2014
  • Production startup: July 21, 2014
  • No major changes
  • New: Active Noise Control System
  • New: Acoustic windshield
  • New: Iluminated Sill Plates

2015 Summit edition exterior colors:

BRIGHT WHITE CLEAR COAT
BRILLIANT BLACK CRYSTAL PEARL COAT
CASHMERE PEARL COAT
DEEP AUBURN PEARL COAT
DEEP CHERRY RED CRYSTAL PEARL COAT
GRANITE CRYSTAL MET. CLEAR COAT

 

2016 Summit

For additional detailed information on the 2016 Summit see:  2016 Press Release   and   2016 Options and Pricing

  • Order banks open: December 2015
  • Production startup: December 23, 2015
  • New: 3.6L engine, “Pentastar upgrade” (PUG) with electronic Stop/Start system (295 hp @ 6,400 rpm 260 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm)
  • New: Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus
  • New: Paddle shifters can be turned On/Off via radio screen (all models)
  • New: Park assist system with Stop and Release
  • New: Redesigned shifter (Poly-Stable)
  • New: Sport Mode button moved to center stack, now Standard on all models
  • New: Ivory Tri-Coat paint
  • New: Light Brownstone Pearl
  • New: Luxury Brown Pearl
  • New: Velvet Red Pearl

2016 Summit edition exterior colors:

BRIGHT WHITE CLEAR COAT
BRILLIANT BLACK CRYSTAL PEARL COAT
GRANITE CRYSTAL MET. CLEAR COAT
IVORY TRI-COAT
LIGHT BROWNSTONE PEARL COAT
LUXURY BROWN PEARL COAT
VELVET RED PEARL COAT

 

2017 Summit

For additional detailed information on the 2017 Summit see:  2017 Grand Cherokee Summit press release   and   2017 Options and Pricing

2017 Grand Cherokee Summit

  • Order banks open – June 9, 2016
  • Production startup – July 25, 2016 (October 3, 2016 for CRD models)
  • Sales launch – September 1, 2016
  • 7th model year for the 4th generation Grand Cherokee
  • Same drivetrains as 2016 models (except for new transmissions in CRD and 2WD models) (V6 = 295HP w/dual exhaust, and 293hp with single exhaust)
  • New: Rear ELSD with Selec-Speed Control added onto 3.6L
  • New: Rear Trailer Hitch Camera View Capability
  • New: Additional Laguna leather for Summit interior
  • New: LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus
  • New: ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist
  • New: 2nd generation 8HP75 transmission (All CRD models)
  • New: 2nd generation 850RE transmission (All 4×2 models except CRD)
  • New: Interior color – Indigo/Ski Gray (Summit)
  • New: Exterior Color – Diamond Black Pearl (production launch 08/08/2016)
  • New: Exterior Color – Rhino (aka Bruiser Grey, Trailhawk only) (production launch 08/29/2016)
  • New: Exterior Color – Walnut Brown (aka Stout Brown) (production launch 09/12/2016)

2017 Summit edition exterior colors:

Bright White
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal
Ivory 3 Coat
Luxury Brown
True Blue
Velvet Red
Walnut Brown Met. Clear Coat