The 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a mid-size, five-passenger SUV that boasts a rugged exterior style outside with a well-equipped and comfortable interior. This Grand Cherokee is offered as the Laredo, available with 4WD. Only one power plant is available and it is a 195 hp 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine, which produces 230 lb-ft of torque. This engine is mated to a four-speed automatic transmission, and helps the Jeep achieve over 20 mpg in both RWD and 4WD guise.