PUNTING the Grand Cherokee SRT comes with a catch – an almost 2.3 tonne catch.

How this five-seat SUV manages to (largely) defy lateral physics is a feat in itself, yet this Yank tank also gets to 100km/h in a launch-control-assisted 4.9sec.

Oh, and it sounds pretty good, too. However, you can add another catch, and that’s the fact it drinks fuel like it’s going out of fashion.

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT side

After all, it has loads of space, a three-tonne towing capacity, is well equipped and hits the hip pocket for $91,000.

The SRT has presence in spades, and while some might baulk at the music-video undertones, it’s an undeniably imposing silhouette.

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT front
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A real LSD at the rear as well as Sport and Track modes (via Selec-Trac) means the SRT can cover ground at an alarming rate and with surprising competency.

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT interior

The reality is the novelty of the Hemi-powered Jeep can wear thin. But, we’re glad it exists. Did someone say Trackhawk?

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Specs: Engine: 6.4-litre v8 Power: 344kw Torque: 624nm Weight: 2289kg, 0-100km/h: 4.9sec Price: $91,000