Jeep Trackhawk set for UK release in 2018...

... and it's coming in right-hand drive!

Well, this is something to look forward to next year. It seems that Jeep boss Mike Manley has let the Hellcat out of the bag during an interview with Auto Express. The new Wrangler may be taking the limelight at present, but when pressed on whether Jeep's 707hp Cherokee would be coming to these shores, Manley replied, "Yes - it seems like I've just confirmed it!"

You'll likely be familiar with the Trackhawk at this point. Powered by the same 6.2-litre V8 developed for use in the Dodge Challenger Hellcat, it's America's answer to the Range Rover SVR. On steroids.

Whilst the RR produces an elegantly sufficient 550hp, allowing it to hit 62mph in 4.7 seconds, the Trackhawk develops a whopping 707hp and 645lb ft. It takes care of 0-60 in just 3.4 seconds, before thundering its way up to a top speed of 180mph, leaving all other SUVs - barring the Bentayga - in its wake. Although Lamborghini may have something to say about that soon...

We've already driven the car briefly in the US, where its Brembo brakes, Bilstein dampers and, of course, engine, left us wanting more. Happily it seems we won't have too long to wait to see how it handles a British B-road.

If you're in the mood for a super SUV now and don't fancy waiting though, there are plenty available in the PH classifieds. From the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, to the BMW X5 M and, of course, the Trackhawk's predecessor, the SRT, the choice nowadays is almost endless...

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