2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk: Off-Road Capability Returns | Jay Malone CDJR

The most capable Grand Cherokee is back. For 2027, Jeep has brought back the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk — the Trail Rated, off-road-focused trim that turns the everyday Grand Cherokee into a genuine trail machine. It is open for orders now at Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson, and for central Minnesota drivers who deal with real winters and love getting off the pavement, it is worth a close look. Here is what makes it special.

Vehicle details for the 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk come from the most current information Jeep has released and can change as the model year progresses. We update this page as new details are confirmed — what you see here reflects what you can order right now.

In this article
What is the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk?
Off-road capability and hardware
Engine and performance
Towing and everyday usability
How it compares in its class
Why it fits Minnesota
How to order one
Frequently asked questions

What Is the 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk?

The Trailhawk is Jeep’s off-road hero trim, and for 2027 it returns as the most capable Grand Cherokee you can buy. The Trailhawk name is not just badging — it signifies a Trail Rated vehicle, meaning it has been engineered and tested to perform in demanding off-road conditions including traction, water fording, maneuverability, articulation, and ground clearance. That testing happens in some of the toughest environments on Earth, including the legendary Rubicon Trail.

What that means for you is simple: the Trailhawk takes the comfort, technology, and everyday usability of the Grand Cherokee and adds a genuine, factory-built suite of off-road hardware. It is a do-it-all SUV that is just as at home on the school run as it is on a rugged trail or an unplowed county road.

Off-Road Capability and Hardware

This is where the Trailhawk separates itself. It comes standard with a serious lineup of off-road equipment:

• Best-in-class 11.4 inches of ground clearance, with best-in-class approach, breakover, and departure angles of 36, 24.4, and 30.3 degrees
• Quadra-Lift air suspension with electronic semi-active damping, which raises and lowers the vehicle for clearance or easier loading
• Quadra-Trac II 4x4 system with a two-speed transfer case for low-range traction
• Rear electronic limited-slip differential for control on loose and uneven surfaces
• Selec-Terrain traction management with a dedicated Rock mode
• 30.5-inch Goodyear Territory all-terrain tires on 18-inch Granite Crystal wheels
• Six high-strength steel skid plates protecting the engine, transmission, transfer case, suspension components, and fuel tank
• Integrated TrailCam off-road camera with dynamic tire path and a rear camera washer
• Red front and rear tow hooks, a front fascia optimized to improve the approach angle, and a matte black glare-resistant hood decal with red Trailhawk detailing
• Jeep Off-Road Pages displaying vehicle dynamics, gauges, pitch and roll, Selec-Terrain settings, and suspension status

Together, this is hardware you simply do not find on most midsize SUVs — it is the difference between an SUV that looks rugged and one that genuinely is.

Engine and Performance

The 2027 Trailhawk is powered by Jeep’s 2.0-liter Hurricane 4 Turbo engine, producing 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. That is more horsepower than the base Grand Cherokee’s V6, and plenty of muscle for both trail work and confident highway passing. Peak torque arrives at 3,000 rpm, which means faster response than previous gas-powered Grand Cherokee Trailhawk models, and the eight-speed automatic and torque converter system improve low-speed control for crawling in demanding terrain.

Inside, the Trailhawk pairs its rugged mission with black Nappa leather seats with red accent stitching, all-weather floor mats, satin chrome accents, and a 12.3-inch infotainment display — so it is genuinely capable without giving up comfort or technology.

Towing and Everyday Usability

Here is the part that gets overlooked: the Trailhawk does not trade towing capability for off-road hardware. It carries a standard Trailer Tow Package and reaches the same best-in-class maximum towing capacity of 6,200 pounds as the rest of the Grand Cherokee lineup.

For a buyer around Hutchinson, that matters more than it sounds. It means one vehicle covers the boat to the lake near Litchfield in July, the camper heading up north in August, and the unplowed township road in February. You are not choosing between a trail rig and a tow vehicle — you are getting both in the same build.

How the Trailhawk Compares in Its Class

Plenty of midsize SUVs now offer rugged-looking trims. Far fewer back the looks with hardware that changes what the vehicle can actually do. That is the distinction worth understanding before you shop.

Most off-road-styled trims in this segment are appearance and tire packages — darker exterior treatments, all-terrain rubber, sometimes a modest suspension lift or a terrain mode or two. Those are real improvements for gravel roads and snowy driveways, and for a lot of buyers that is genuinely enough.

The Trailhawk is a different category of build:

• A two-speed transfer case with low range, which multiplies torque for crawling — single-speed systems cannot do this at all
• A rear electronic limited-slip differential that mechanically manages power between the rear wheels rather than relying on brake-based traction control
• Quadra-Lift air suspension that raises the vehicle for clearance and lowers it for loading, rather than a fixed ride height
• Six skid plates protecting the drivetrain and fuel tank from actual impacts
• Trail Rated validation, meaning the vehicle was tested against a defined standard for traction, water fording, maneuverability, articulation, and ground clearance

The short version: appearance-focused trims are built to handle a gravel road or a snowy driveway, and they do that well. The Trailhawk is built to leave the road entirely. If you are cross-shopping, the questions worth asking about any competitor are simple — does it have low range, does it have a locking or limited-slip rear differential, and does it have adjustable ride height? Those three answers tell you which category you are actually in.

Why the Trailhawk Fits Minnesota

Around Hutchinson and central Minnesota, real capability is not just for weekend adventures — it is for getting through winter. That 11.4 inches of ground clearance clears deep snow that would stop a lower SUV. The Quadra-Trac II 4x4 with low range and Selec-Terrain modes gives you confident traction on ice, snow, and slush, and the Quadra-Lift air suspension lets you raise the vehicle when conditions get deep. Add the all-terrain tires and skid plates, and you have an SUV built to handle a rough Minnesota winter and a summer trip up north with equal ease.

How Do I Order a 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk?

The Trailhawk is open for orders now, and it is listed as a late-availability trim — which means it joins the lineup later in the model year than the rest of the Grand Cherokee range. That is exactly why getting your name in early matters on this one. Two ways to start:

• Call us at (320) 587-4748 and tell us you want a Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. We will walk you through the build and talk through pricing on your configuration.
• Start a reservation online — no deposit, no obligation, and it puts you in line for allocation.

Because the Trailhawk is a sought-after trim, ordering early is the best way to get exactly the build you want. You can also see how it fits alongside every other 2027 configuration in our complete 2027 Grand Cherokee guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is proof that you do not have to choose between everyday comfort and genuine off-road capability. With best-in-class ground clearance, a real off-road toolkit, standard towing capability, and Trail Rated engineering, it is one of the most capable midsize SUVs on the market — and it is ready to order right now. Come see us at Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson and let’s build yours.

Specifications based on Jeep’s announcement of the 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. Best-in-class and capability claims per Jeep. Features, specifications, and availability are subject to change and vary by configuration. See dealer for details and to confirm current availability.