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Preview - 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

As yet another preview of what was to be a New York Auto Show debut - Jeep has shown some details of the 2008 refreshed Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Of note are the updated headlights (now curved at the top and the bottom), availability of the new SIRIUS Backseat TV and MyGiG entertainment systems, updated interior styling, and the addition of the 3.0l common-rail diesel V-6 and an updated 4.7l V-8 with additional power and flex-fuel capability.

Another interesting detail is that a large portion of the lower front fascia (including the fog lights) is removable for better approach angles when off-roading.

More details closer to the official NY debut.
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Chrysler and Sirius to offer back-seat TV system

Chrysler and SIRIUS announced today the exclusive availability of SIRIUS Backseat TV™ programming in 2008 Chrysler Group vehicles starting with the 2008 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Caravan minivans.

The initial offering will be 3 channels of live, family TV programming from Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network delivered directly to the vehicle.

The system will later be made available in the 2008 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Jeep Commander and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The system will carry an MSRP of $470, which includes the first year of service, when packaged with Chrysler Group’s Rear Seat Entertainment System and SIRIUS Satellite Radio. After the first year, SIRIUS Backseat TV is available for $7 per month when packaged with SIRIUS Satellite Radio ($12.95 per month).
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