Overview & Reviews

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the pioneers that ushered in the modern midsize SUV in the early 1990s. Jeep has always wanted the Grand Cherokee to be maneuverable enough for urban duty, roomy enough for family duty, stylish enough to take out on the town and capable enough to tow your toys or shuttle your passengers to a remote campsite. Modern Grand Cherokees are far more refined than the early models, but they're no less versatile.

Unlike most other traditional SUVs, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has always been built using a carlike unibody platform for superior on-road handling. Yet Jeep's strong reputation for off-road prowess is retained, thanks to the Grand Cherokee's advanced four-wheel-drive systems and capable suspension. It's a rare combination of attributes in a modern utility vehicle, as the Jeep is able to venture farther off the beaten path than competing crossover SUVs.

User Reviews:

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  Never Again - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Jim - October 4 - 10:13 am

  I bought this Jeep to downsize from a Chevy Suburban, not to go lower quality. Brake rotors replace within 6 months. Differentials are LOUD all the time. Heating and Air selector sometimes switches to different zones, sometimes doesnt. Three water pump replacements in 2 years. Warning light came on yesterday "Low Coolant" - so this is never going to end. The transmission hesitates from 2nd to 3rd gear, I dont even want to talk about the trouble of going to 4WD and back. I have to make sure I have a clear area before switching 4WD/2WD. However, I like the looks, I love the interior driving position and center console. The engine is still strong and torquey.

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  2000 GCherokee - 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By jmh2603 - October 4 - 2:00 am

  I have over 100,000 miles on my GCherokee. Biggest maintenance was replacement of the water pump. No oil buring, runs great on highway. Secret of longevity is probably the basic in- line six cylinder engine. Its bullet proof.

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  Great Used Vehicle - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Joshy007 - October 4 - 12:46 am

  I bought my 1999 JGC from a friend (third owner in all). Just clocked 161,000 miles. Outside of maintenance items (battery, brakes, tires, shocks, fluid changes, a/c charge) the car has needed to have the steering linkage and front axles replaced for a total of $450. As for fuel economy I am not sure how others are driving but driving like a mad man I am around 17.5-18.5 mpg and reasonable driving I am getting 20-21 mpg. The drivetrain is still strong and all the little things seem to be holding up. Alloy wheels clear coat is faded & flaking. The starter is beginning to struggle a bit so that may be the next thing to get fixed. All together for about a $4,500 investment a great find

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  Blast to the Future, Not the Past!!! - 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By dataccordexv6 - October 3 - 7:11 pm

  I recently purchased the GC Overland in late January. I traded a smaller Honda Accord sedan for this SUV and I am loving every second of it. My Jeep is the beautiful gold/cashmere and I received it with complimentary tinting from the dealer since I was waiting for several days for it to arrive. I live in MS and it handles the rough and lower quality roads we have SO much better than my Accord did because of the bigger wheels and better suspension setup. The 20" wheels that come with the Overland really bring the car together and make it look so much more expensive than it actually was for me. The engine and transmission really make the car feel so much more responsive and sporty than an SUV.

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  I love my "Creep" - 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By sammi - October 2 - 4:40 pm

  I have owned my Creep for 3 yrs. and I have not had any problems. I get avg. 19ish mpg driving 45(avg.)mph. Headroom in drivers seat could be higher for dh as he is 62". I have no problems at 55".My only big problem is water stains the cloth seats and when I try to clean with water it makes it worse. Back seat is not comfortable-quite hard in fact. My only complaints.

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  On the verge - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By one_putt - October 2 - 10:00 am

  I love the way this car drives. It is the best hadling SUV out there and with the power that the v8 rovides it is fast and nimble. But,,,, The brakes were replaced at 20k the tranfer case is leaking and the back windoe leaks water. Asside from this it is a great car. I am gald I have leased it though for I dont trust that this car will last.

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  Beauty is only skin deep - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Problems galore - September 30 - 10:00 am

  Although this SUV is nice looking with off-road capability, buyer beware that it will likely leave you stranded on the side of the road at some point. Thats what happended to me and I regret not paying closer attention to its reliability reviews. Purchased brand new, Ive had the vehicle for less than 1.5 years and found many quality concerns: overheated engine, repeatedly detaching door panel, leaks in engine and transmission, faulty gas cap... Just about every section has had some sort of problem requiring multiple trips to dealer.

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  Love MyJeep - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By dwinham - September 30 - 10:00 am

  This is my 2nd Grand Cheerokee. I am sure there is be a 3rd. It is just the right size for me. Very comfortable and stylist.

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  owe one - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By bobjones - September 29 - 6:16 am

  wife loves it, i like cd changer in back , radio is great. the jeep/owner mag is great.

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  2001 Gran Cherokee Laredo a class act - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By wwwallywww - September 27 - 10:00 am

  What I expect after owning a 93 Gran Cherokee Laredo. Its still the best styled of all the SUVs out there. No real complaints about the interior. The ride is a huge improvement over the 1993. AC Compressor froze with about 16,000 miles on the car, dealer replaced under warrenty with no problem. 4.0 litre 6.