Following an overwhelmingly positive consumer response to the recently introduced Grand Cherokee concept and related ‘Name My Ride' contest, Jeep has announced it will producenot just one, but three new limited-edition Jeep vehicles: the Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot Altitude models.
In January, Jeep introduced a distinctive, ‘blacked-out' production-intent concept Grand Cherokee at the Houston Auto Show, and connected with consumers to name the model. With more than 100,000 entries from enthusiasts of the Jeep brand - which boasts more than 2 million Facebook fans - ‘Altitude' emerged as the winning vehicle name.
The new, limited-edition Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot Altitude models will arrive in Jeep showrooms this spring.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude
Jeep's premium icon - the Grand Cherokee - is the most awarded SUV ever. The Grand Cherokee Altitude edition combines a variety of exterior design changes to create a unique model with an aggressive chrome and "blacked-out" look.
The vehicle's grille surround appears in black gloss, and mesh grille texture in platinum chrome. A platinum chrome lower fascia applique completes the unique front-end appearance. Black headlamp bezels and a black liftgate light bar continue the "blacked-out" theme throughout the vehicle's exterior. The Grand Cherokee Altitude rides on 20-inch tires that surround one-of-a-kind black-gloss aluminum wheels for Jeep. The Altitude model includes standard leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, a 9-speaker 506-watt amp sound system with subwoofer, iPod/MP3 connectivity, Parkview rear back-up camera, ParkSense rear-park assist system, Keyless Enter-N-Go, Chrysler Group's Uconnect hands-free communications system, and more than 50 advanced safety and security features. Available in Deep Cherry Red, Brilliant Black, Mineral Grey, Metallic Silver and Bright White.
Jeep Compass Altitude
The new limited-edition Compass Altitude continues the "from-the-factory" customized look first seen in the Grand Cherokee concept shown in January.
A distinctive black gloss finish surrounds Compass' trademark seven-slot Jeep grille and headlamps, and the treatment continues with black roof rails and a black step pad. The Compass Altitude rides on exclusive 18-inch black gloss aluminum wheels wearing Firestone BSW all-season performance tires. The model is available in three drivetrain configurations (including available Freedom Drive I and Freedom Drive II Off-Road packages), and features power heated exterior mirrors and available heated seats, remote start, continuously variable automatic transaxle, and leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls. Numerous safety and security features, such as electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist (with manual transmission), and side-curtain air bags that cover all rows are included. Available in Deep Cherry Red, Black, Mineral Grey and Bright White.
Jeep Patriot Altitude
The Jeep Patriot Altitude continues the "blacked-out" theme found on Grand Cherokee and Compass versions, but features more chrome and polished steel than its Compass sibling.
Riding on 17-inch high-gloss black aluminum wheels and Firestone BSW all-season touring tires, the Jeep Patriot Altitude boasts a bright chrome lower fascia and rear step pad appliques, and bright polished steel roof rails. Jeep Patriot is the most affordable SUV in Canada, the lowest priced fuel efficient SUV in Canada, and has earned an U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 2012 "Top Safety Pick."
The Patriot Altitude edition is available in three drivetrain configurations (including available Freedom Drive I and Freedom Drive II Off-Road packages), and features power heated exterior mirrors, power windows (driver one-touch) and locks, and available continuously variable automatic transaxle, heated seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, and includes numerous safety and security features, such as electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist (with manual transmission), and side-curtain air bags that cover all rows. Available in Deep Cherry Red, Black, Mineral Grey and Bright White.
