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“Jeep Grand Cherokee” spans three very different generations of brake hardware — the WJ (1999-2004), the WK (2005-2010), and the WK2 (2011-2021, with the SRT8 and Trackhawk running larger rotors than the V6/V8 models). A brake kit that fits one generation usually doesn’t bolt onto another, so the products below are grouped by which Grand Cherokee they actually fit. Always confirm your exact model year, trim, and rotor size before ordering.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EBC Stage 1 Ultimax Rotor & Pad Kit (S1KF1371) — WJ (1999-2002, Teves calipers) | $120-$220 for the front kit | Amazon |
| 2 | EBC Ultimax OE Replacement Pads (UD1080) — WK (2005-2010, non-SRT8) | $40-$90 for a front pad set | Amazon |
| 3 | Akebono ProACT Ultra-Premium Ceramic Pads (ACT1629A) — WJ (1999-2004) and WK2 (2011-2018, 2020-2022) | ~$71 for the WK2 front set (ACT1629A) | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | EBC Stage 20 Ultimax Rotor & Pad Kit (S20K1859) — WK SRT8 (2006-2010) | $250-$450 for the front-and-rear kit | Amazon |
| 5 | Wagner ThermoQuiet QC1455 Ceramic Pads — WK2 (2011-2018, 2020) | $37-$70 | Amazon |
| 6 | Bosch QuietCast Ceramic Pads (BC1080 front / BC791 rear) | ~$50 per axle set | Amazon |
| 7 | Hawk Performance HB701Z.723 Ceramic Pads — WK2 (2011-2016, non-SRT) | ~$180 | Amazon |
| 8 | PowerStop Z23 Evolution Sport Brake & Caliper Kit (KC6536) — WK2 (2013-2015) | $300-$450 for the front kit | Amazon |
| 9 | PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow Brake & Caliper Kit (KC7133-36) — WK2 (2016-2019) | $350-$500 for the front kit | Amazon |
| 10 | Brembo Premium Low-Met OE Equivalent Pads | $46-$200 depending on axle and trim fitment | Amazon · eBay |
| 11 | Raybestos Brake Rotor — WK2 (multiple part numbers by year) | $64-$132 depending on year and front/rear position | Amazon · eBay |
| 12 | Detroit Axle Complete Brake Kit — WK2 (2011-2020) | $90-$258 depending on kit configuration | Amazon |
The picks, in detail
EBC Stage 1 Ultimax Rotor & Pad Kit (S1KF1371) — WJ (1999-2002, Teves calipers)
A front rotor-and-pad kit specifically for the 1999-2002 WJ Grand Cherokee with Teves calipers, pairing EBC’s Ultimax organic pads with OE-style rotors.
- Fits 1999-2002 WJ front axle with Teves calipers
- EBC Ultimax organic pad compound
- OE-diameter plain rotors
- Sold as a matched front pair kit
- Purpose-fit for the older WJ instead of a generic aftermarket pad
- Ultimax compound is a quiet, low-dust daily-driver formula
- WJ-specific — confirm your caliper type (Teves vs. Bosch) before ordering
- Rear kit sold separately
EBC Ultimax OE Replacement Pads (UD1080) — WK (2005-2010, non-SRT8)
A direct front pad set for the 2005-2010 WK Grand Cherokee (excluding SRT8), built to OE-plus friction specs for a straightforward pad-only swap.
- Fits 2005-2010 WK front axle, excluding SRT8
- OE-Plus organic friction compound
- Shimmed and chamfered for quiet operation
- Sold as a front pair
- Simple, affordable pad-only upgrade if your rotors are still within spec
- British-made Ultimax formula with a long track record
- Pads only — doesn’t help if your rotors are already worn or warped
- Excludes SRT8, which needs the larger Brembo-caliper pad
Akebono ProACT Ultra-Premium Ceramic Pads (ACT1629A) — WJ (1999-2004) and WK2 (2011-2018, 2020-2022)
A ceramic pad line covering both the older WJ and the WK2 under separate part numbers, from a brand best known for supplying OE brake pads to several Japanese and domestic automakers — a reliable NVH-focused choice across two different Grand Cherokee generations.
- ACT1629A fits 2011-2018 and 2020-2022 WK2; a separate Akebono part fits 1999-2004 WJ
- Ultra-premium ceramic friction compound
- Engineered specifically to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)
- Stainless hardware and acoustic wear sensors included on some kits
- Covers two different Grand Cherokee generations under one trusted brand rather than switching brands by year
- Strong reputation for quiet, low-NVH operation
- Pad-only, no rotors included
- Confirm the exact part number for your specific model year before ordering
EBC Stage 20 Ultimax Rotor & Pad Kit (S20K1859) — WK SRT8 (2006-2010)
A performance-oriented rotor-and-pad kit sized for the WK SRT8’s larger Brembo brake package, not the standard WK setup.
- Fits 2006-2010 WK Grand Cherokee SRT8 front and rear
- Ultimax high-friction pad compound
- OE-diameter rotors matched to SRT8 caliper size
- Front and rear kit combined
- Correctly sized for the SRT8’s bigger Brembo brakes instead of forcing a standard-WK part to fit
- Covers front and rear in one kit
- SRT8-specific — will not fit a V6/V8 non-SRT8 WK
- Pricier than the standard WK pad-only option
Wagner ThermoQuiet QC1455 Ceramic Pads — WK2 (2011-2018, 2020)
A widely available ceramic pad specifically fit to the 2011-2018 (and 2020) WK2, from one of the most recognized names in mainstream brake pads.
- Fits 2011-2018 WK2, plus 2020 Grand Cherokee Limited
- ThermoQuiet ceramic friction formula
- OE-style shims and hardware included
- Widely stocked at major auto parts chains
- Easy to find in-store for same-day replacement, not just online-order-only
- Long-established ThermoQuiet line with a strong quiet-operation reputation
- Pad-only, no rotor
- WK2-specific fitment — check the part number against your exact trim
Bosch QuietCast Ceramic Pads (BC1080 front / BC791 rear)
German-engineered ceramic pads sized specifically for the Commander and Grand Cherokee platform, split into separate front and rear part numbers for a precise match.
- BC1080 fits Commander/Grand Cherokee front; BC791 fits Grand Cherokee rear specifically
- QuietCast ceramic friction compound
- Bosch OE-supplier engineering background
- Chamfered and shimmed for noise reduction
- Separate front/rear part numbers reduce the risk of ordering a mismatched universal-fit pad
- Bosch’s OE-supplier pedigree on multiple brake systems
- Need to order front and rear separately rather than as one kit
- Confirm the Commander vs. Grand Cherokee-specific fitment carefully, since the two platforms share some but not all part numbers
Hawk Performance HB701Z.723 Ceramic Pads — WK2 (2011-2016, non-SRT)
A performance-street ceramic pad from a brand better known in racing circles, sized specifically for the 2011-2016 WK2 (excluding SRT).
- Fits 2011-2012 WK2 (excluding SRT8) and 2013-2016 WK2 with solid rear rotors (excluding SRT)
- Linear friction profile designed to work cleanly with ABS
- Ceramic compound for low dust and noise
- 0.723″ pad thickness spec
- Performance-brake brand credibility carries over into a genuinely low-dust street compound
- Precise WK2-only fitment, not a universal multi-platform pad
- Priced above the mainstream Wagner/Bosch/Akebono options for a similar street use case
- Excludes SRT trims, which need a different Hawk part number
PowerStop Z23 Evolution Sport Brake & Caliper Kit (KC6536) — WK2 (2013-2015)
A front kit combining carbon-fiber ceramic Z23 pads, drilled-and-slotted rotors, and red powder-coated calipers, sized for the 2013-15 WK2.
- Fits 2013-2015 WK2 Grand Cherokee front axle
- Carbon-fiber ceramic Z23 pads
- Drilled and slotted rotors
- Includes loaded calipers, not just pads and rotors
- All-in-one kit — no separately matching pads, rotors, and calipers yourself
- Ceramic compound keeps brake dust low for a daily driver
- Loaded-caliper kits cost more than a pad-and-rotor-only kit
- Front-only version — rear sold separately as KC6537
PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow Brake & Caliper Kit (KC7133-36) — WK2 (2016-2019)
PowerStop’s heavier-duty Z36 pad compound paired with drilled-and-slotted rotors and calipers, aimed at WK2 owners who tow or carry heavier loads.
- Fits 2016-2019 WK2 Grand Cherokee front axle
- Z36 Truck & Tow semi-metallic pad compound
- Drilled and slotted rotors
- Includes red powder-coated calipers
- Z36 pad compound is built for higher heat from towing, unlike the ceramic Z23
- Complete loaded-caliper kit
- Z36 pads produce more brake dust than the ceramic Z23 line
- Higher price point of any kit in this list
Brembo Premium Low-Met OE Equivalent Pads
OE-equivalent pads from the same brand that supplies factory brakes on many Grand Cherokee trims, sold as a like-for-like replacement across multiple WK/WK2 model years.
- OE-equivalent low-metallic friction formula
- Available across multiple WK and WK2 fitments
- Matches original factory pedal feel and noise levels
- Sold as a front or rear pair
- Closest match to how the Jeep braked when new, since Brembo supplies OE calipers on several trims
- Available across a wide range of model years and trims
- Pad-only — no rotors or calipers included
- Confirm the exact fitment code for your model year before ordering
Raybestos Brake Rotor — WK2 (multiple part numbers by year)
A rotor-only option from a century-old American brake brand, letting you pair fresh rotors with whichever pad compound above fits your driving style.
- Multiple WK2-specific part numbers for front and rear, by year
- OE-style vented rotor construction
- Corrosion-resistant coating on most part numbers
- Widely available through PartsGeek, Summit Racing, and other major retailers
- Rotor-only option if your existing pads still have life left and you just need fresh rotors
- Price varies clearly by exact fitment, so you’re not overpaying for capability you don’t need
- Doesn’t include pads — budget for those separately
- Multiple similar-looking part numbers by year/position, so double-check before ordering
Detroit Axle Complete Brake Kit — WK2 (2011-2020)
A budget-oriented all-in-one kit bundling rotors, ceramic pads, and hardware for the WK2, aimed at DIY owners who want to buy once rather than source rotors and pads from separate brands.
- Fits 2011-2020 WK2 (shared platform with Dodge Durango)
- Includes front and rear rotors, ceramic pads, and hardware in one box
- Available in solid or drilled-and-slotted rotor styles
- Multiple rotor-size kit variants depending on trim
- Lowest total cost for a complete front-and-rear rotor-and-pad job
- One-box convenience instead of matching separate rotor and pad brands
- Budget-tier components don’t match the finish or longevity reputation of Brembo, PowerStop, or EBC
- Multiple near-identical kit listings by rotor size — confirm you’re ordering the one matching your trim’s rotor diameter
Buying tips
- Identify your generation first: WJ (1999-2004), WK (2005-2010), or WK2 (2011-2021). Parts are not interchangeable between generations.
- SRT8 and Trackhawk models run larger rotors and different calipers than the standard V6/V8 trims of the same generation — a standard-fitment kit will not bolt onto these.
- If you tow or carry heavy loads regularly, a semi-metallic pad compound (like PowerStop’s Z36) handles sustained heat better than a ceramic pad, at the cost of more brake dust.
- Always replace pads and rotors as a matched pair (or as part of a kit) rather than mixing a new rotor with old, glazed pads, or vice versa.
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