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Autobytel.com has named the 2014 Jeep® Grand Cherokee “SUV of the Year,” while the 2014 Ram 1500 won the “Pickup Truck of the Year” award.
“For 2014, the Jeep Grand Cherokee embodies a readiness to head off into the hills as an affordable family hauler wrapped around class-leading interiors chock full of the safety, technology and comfort features that set the Grand Cherokee at the top of the heap,” said Michelle Naranjo, editor-in-chief, Autobytel. “For the second year in a row, the award winning Ram 1500 continues to bring fuel efficiency and tech in a bold package to the value shoppers and accomplishment seekers who want to get the job done right.”
The Jeep Grand Cherokee was praised for its extensive model lineup, refinement and legendary off-road capability, while the Ram 1500 was praised for its new EcoDiesel V-6 engine, new eight-speed automatic transmission and standard rear coil suspension.
“Receiving these two awards from Autobytel for the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 is a great honor,” said Doug Betts, Senior Vice President – Quality, Chrysler Group LLC. “Our extensive efforts to build world-class vehicles are resonating in the marketplace, and these awards from Autobytel validate this to our customers.”
The editorial group at Autobytel.com has more than 80 years of experience and has driven hundreds of vehicles. This year’s “Car and Truck of the Year” winners were chosen based on innovation, design and features.
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