Limited-edition Jeep Grand Cherokee Upland released

Jeep has announced a special-edition version of its best-selling SUV that adds almost $7000 of value for half that much.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Upland, limited to just 44 examples in Australia, is based on the mid-spec Grand Cherokee Laredo.

Priced from $61,450 before on-road costs and in showrooms now, the Upland is available in just two exterior colour choices – Bright White or Diamond Black.

It’s also fitted with an uprated version of the Laredo’s 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel offering 184kW/570Nm, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Off-road capability on-par with the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is thanks to a Quadra-Drive II 4x4 system that’s paired to a two-speed transfer case, allowing for both high- and low-range four-wheel driving.

There’s also a range of bits exclusive to the Upland, including ‘Desert Sky’ blue interior stitching and exterior badging, exclusive 20-inch five-spoke black alloy wheels with Jeep centre caps and Goodyear All-Terrain Wrangler tyres.

The Upland also gets gloss-black grille rings, roof-rails, side mirror caps, fog light and tail-light surrounds, lower front applique and 4x4 badge.

In the tech department, it’s fitted with an 8.4-inch touch-screen display with navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Rear cross traffic alert and blind spot monitoring are also standard.

Owners can also option a sunroof for an additional $2450.

How much does the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost?
Laredo 2WD (petrol) - $47,500
Laredo AWD (petrol) - $52,950
Night Eagle AWD (petrol) - $58,450
Limited AWD (petrol) - $62,950
S-Limited AWD (petrol) - $71,450
Laredo AWD (diesel) - $57,950
Night Eagle AWD (diesel) - $63,450
Upland AWD (diesel) - $61,450
Limited AWD (diesel) - $67,950
Trailhawk AWD (diesel) - $73,950
Overland AWD (diesel) - $78,450
S-Overland AWD (diesel) - $82,950
SRT AWD - $91,450
Trackhawk AWD - $134,950
* Prices exclude on-road costs