1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 3  Grand Cherokee Laredo Sport Utility 4D | 2 of 3  Grand Cherokee Limited Sport Utility 4D | 3 of 3  Grand Cherokee Orvis Sport Utility 4D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Market Price | $2,635 | $2,781 | $2,808 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | City 12/Hwy 17/Comb 14 MPG | City 12/Hwy 17/Comb 14 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 185 @ 4600 RPM | 220 @ 4400 RPM | 220 @ 4400 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 40.90 cu ft | 40.90 cu ft | 40.90 cu ft | ||
| Dimensions | 177.1" L x 70.9" W x 64.8" H | 177.1" L x 70.9" W x 64.8" H | 177.1" L x 70.9" W x 64.8" H | ||
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 4.0 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | V | V | ||
| Towing Capacity | 6,500 lbs | 6,500 lbs | 6,500 lbs |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Not Available | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 220 @ 4600 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3790 pounds | 3790 pounds | 3790 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 23 gallons | 23 gallons | 23 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.9 inches | 38.9 inches | 38.9 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 177.1 inches | 177.1 inches | 177.1 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1150 pounds | 1150 pounds | 1150 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.3 inches | 58.3 inches | 58.3 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 36.6 feet | 36.6 feet | 36.6 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 105.9 inches | 105.9 inches | 105.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 70.9 inches | 70.9 inches | 70.9 inches |
FAQs
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee a 4 or 6 cylinder?
Depends on the trim level. The 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo Sport Utility 4D boasts a 6 cylinder engine, Limited Sport Utility 4D has a 8 cylinder engine, Orvis Sport Utility 4D is equipped with a 8 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Grand Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.
Does the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee have a turbo?
No, the 1996 Grand Cherokee does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Grand Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.
What features does a 1996 Grand Cherokee have?
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 1996 Grand Cherokee trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.
How much horsepower does a 1996 Grand Cherokee have?
The 1996 Grand Cherokee ranges in power from the Laredo Sport Utility 4D with 185 horsepower to the Orvis Sport Utility 4D with 220 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Grand Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 1996 Grand Cherokee ranges in power from the Laredo Sport Utility 4D with 185 horsepower to the Orvis Sport Utility 4D with 220 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Grand Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel efficient?
The 1996 Grand Cherokee comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the Limited Sport Utility 4D which gets 14 MPG, with 12 MPG in the city and 17 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 1996 Grand Cherokee specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs page.