JEEP SUPPORTS CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY CREW IN BUILD UP TO THE BNY MELLON BOAT RACE

It's best known for its unbeatable qualities on land but this weekend (11 April) Jeep heads for the water and one of the world's most famous boat races.

Jeep is delighted this year to support the Cambridge University Boat Club as official tow car provider, at the 2015 BNY Mellon Boat Race in London. A Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland will tow the 3000kg trailer containing the Cambridge crew's boat to Putney for the start of the famous maritime event.

With 247bhp available from its 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine, the Jeep's 3500kg towing capacity is more than enough to cope with the 60-foot German-built rowing boat and trailer, and was top of Cambridge's wish list when looking for a suitable partner.

"There are few cars, of the right size and towing capacity, that are suitable for this job, but the Jeep is perfect," says Steve Trapmore MBE, Chief Coach, Cambridge University Boat Club. "It tows beautifully, the boot provides ample storage for our equipment, and it still gives us the flexibility to carry a couple of athletes if we need. It is the right vehicle in every respect."

After the famous University Boat Race finishes the Boat Club will keep the Grand Cherokee while they attend the GB National Team selection trials during April.

"We are delighted to loan a Jeep Grand Cherokee to the Cambridge University Boat Club, and wish them every success in the race," says Damien Dally, head of brand, Jeep UK. "It's comfortable, spacious and, as a tow vehicle, I can't think of anything better to take that famous boat down to the Putney start line. I'm sure the event will be a fantastic spectacle on Saturday."

The Jeep Grand Cherokee range starts at £38,895 OTR for the 3.0 CRD V6 Laredo, rising to £65,615 OTR for the high performance 6.4 HEMI SRT Red Vapor.

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