The 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee represented the second generation of Jeep's venerable SUV lineup. It was powered by either a 4.0L 6-cylinder engine delivering 195 horsepower or a 4.7L V8 engine producing 265 horsepower, both with a 4-speed automatic transmission. It was available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations with five different trims: the baseline Laredo, the upscale Limited, the off-road-focused Freedom, the performance-oriented Overland, and the ultra-luxurious Overland HO. Key safety features included dual front airbags and ABS brakes. Infotainment was not heavily emphasized during this model year, but higher trims benefited from satellite navigation and a premium audio system. For 2003, changes included refreshed exterior styling and the introduction of the Overland HO trim with its high-output V8 engine.