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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  jeeps r fun - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By zam1991 - April 10 - 2:00 am

  ive enjoyed my jeep. weve had 2 grand jeep cherokees with v8s. only had problems with the brake rotors. otherwise, good stuff.

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  Rather pleased to date - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By kingofkings288 - April 9 - 6:24 am

  After the hurricane, I needed a ride, and fast, before the post-Sandy lemons flooded the market. I picked up this 06 Laredo with 58,000 mi, very clean except for a strange divot where the drivers right heel would rest. It starts every time I turn the key, and since the passenger window was serviced, every button and light works as advertised. It handles surprisingly well for a truck, and feels confident in the snow and rain. It doesnt accelerate much below 3,000 rpm, but after that it can take off. Maybe its my driving profile, but the mileage is terrible. Well see what summer brings, but the A/C should blow a tad colder, but thats a very minor complaint. On balance Im pretty happy.

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  Jeep - 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By diane - March 24 - 1:16 pm

  I have had the truck a year and a half. Its been a very good experience. It drives nice; however on turns I dont feel as if I have total control of the truck. Of course I am going 50-70 on turns but I still dont feel that the reliability on turns is there. In the snow the truck is a machine; I dont even have to plow or shovel -- just go right over it with no problem.

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  Toughest SUV on the road - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Mike - March 18 - 5:56 am

  Words to describe this truck: Brute power, menacing, aggressive, intimidating, classic, smooth, head turner, exclusive, hungry (or thirsty), "get-out-of-my-way". Ive put over 1000 miles on it and it is more fun to drive each day. It is also surprisingly quiet inside, and not as bumpy as I thought it would be. Stereo is clear and crisp, but could use a little more bass.

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  Never Again - 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By rhpenny - March 17 - 10:00 am

  I will never buy another American made car b/c they arent the type of quaily and dependabilty I am used to with foriegn products.

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  Amazing ride - 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By richardar6 - March 8 - 5:03 am

  Traded in 13 Kia Sorento because service center was beyond disappointing. So glad I did. I bought the Sorento to be practical, I bought this GC because I truly WANTED it. I am so glad I did. The ride improvement alone justifies my desicion. In 3 days, Ive driven over 300 miles just because. I cant wait to get out of work just to drive it again. I know I sound like a kid, but Im 45. Also, I actually have gotten thumbs up from people checking out my rims. Never would of happened in the Kia.

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  Theres Better Out There - 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Graysith - March 4 - 12:00 am

  I bought this 8-cyl model as a lease, intending to keep it for 200K+ miles. Routine maintenance, no problems except rear rotors until 95K miles. Then front end going out (typical for jeep, due to BAD design flaw) and 4WD biting the dust... plus I had to put in new front rotors and front hub assemblies. I am terribly disappointed in the lack of high-mile dependability of this vehicle; my Mustang was better! No wonder the power train warranty is only to 70K. After reading other reviews I am now heading to a Nissan dealer; too much $$$ to spend on a vehicle with 97K miles. Owners, look out for that "magic" 100+/-K miles on the odometer, youll be in for trouble I guarantee it!

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  Hot Dang! - 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By faylchr2 - March 2 - 6:56 pm

  I recently purchased a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with the 5.2L V8 and 4x4. It has 133,000 miles on it as of now and I have had it just about a month. So far I have had no problems with the vehicle and I bought it for a very good price. I have had to replace the valve cover gaskets and front right axle seals, but I knew that would have to be replaced upon purchasing the Jeep. So far so good!! Hopefully I purchased a good one! Only two owners and fairly good overall condition.

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  I love my first Jeep! - 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By tolkienpwns - February 28 - 6:39 am

  I bought this Jeep a little over 2 years ago and i absolutely love it! I love the ride and the way it handles and the build quality is pretty good. The only things I dont like about it is the gas mileage (average about 15 combined) and the front speakers have always been a little fuzzy. The low tire pressure gauge is a little too touchy also.

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  Disappointed - 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By PCI - February 25 - 10:00 am

  very good exterior design but not high quality materials : leather seats showed quickly as "used" for example. Car not stable in turns, even at 25mph, my kids complain of being pushed to the sides when I turn. Greatly disappointed as I expected more in terms of quality. Had to replacve brakes/rotors twice in 2 years.