Jeep Grand / Cherokee - When were they permanent 4x4 ?

[OnlyMX5ives]

Hi I'm looking to buy a Jeep Grand / Cherokee.

I know the early models were only 2wd for the road, when did they change to permanent 4WD ?

I'm looking at getting a 4.0 or 4.7 just for a change and a bit of off roading is there anything in particular I should be aware of ?

I've tried looking on the Jeep forums but they get into such specifics its hard to find the basic info.

Thanks

[SystemParanoia]

on the Cherokee i think it was the petrol 4.0's that had full time 4wd

same with the grands.

i know the 2.5 and the diesel cherokees have part time 4wd ( what i have )


unfortunately i have the dana 35 rear axle



the D44 rear axle is the choice pick

[OnlyMX5ives]

Ah that would make sense - Dad has a 2.5 in stock which is 2wd.

I just assumed it was an age rather than engine size related.

[911DM]

"W" reg were permanent four wheel drive - I can't comment on older Grand Cherokees.

[911DM]

Yup, ours was a 4 litre!

[offroading.net]

All petrol grand cherokees are perm 4wd in the UK
Diesels are 2wd on the road for pre 99 2.5 diesels, post 99 3.1 & 2.7 diesels are perm 4wd

[BIG DUNC]

I had an early Cherokee. 4.0ltd, '92 I think.
It was selectable. 2WD for the road, and you could selected 4WD when off road or on slippery surfaces.