Overview & Reviews

A new five-speed automatic tranny provides a second overdrive ratio, resulting in greater fuel economy and reduced NVH in models equipped with the 4.7-liter V8. Chrome front tow hooks are now included if you get the skid plate group on the Limited model, while the Laredo model offers a Special Appearance Group package with 17-inch, five-spoke aluminum wheels, colored metallic front fascia and body cladding, body color license brow and liftgate handle, fog lamps, body side stripe, and leather seats. A hydraulically driven engine-cooling fan improves fuel economy on the 4.7-liter V8 and a quarter-turn fuel cap improves efficiency at the gas station. Limiteds get an AM/FM stereo with cassette and CD player as standard equipment, along with new "Euro-style" gathered leather seats as optional. The Trailer Tow Group now includes an underdash connector to make plugging in aftermarket trailer wiring harnesses a snap. Finally, child seat tethor anchors improve the Grand Cherokee's family-friendly nature while a LEV-compliant 4.7-liter V8 makes this Jeep more earth-friendly.

• Powerful 4.7-liter V8, all-terrain capability, roomy comfort for four.

• Quadra Drive whine, mushy seats detract from long-haul comfort, spotty reliability.

User Reviews:

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  Ill never buy another Jeep - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By DRichards - February 8 - 3:08 pm

  This is a great car if you enjoy spending a lot of money on repairs and bringing it to the shop over and over again.

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  2001 Bought new. Good luck so far. - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By shepherds2 - January 7 - 10:20 am

  Our second Jeep. This limited v8 model is a keeper even though there have been the usual Jeep failings 1) brake calipers (which after the third time Jeep replaced on a recall with some super slotted disks for free. No problems since then). 2) hood struts ($300 to replace so still broken. We never have occasion to go under the hood anyway). 3) seat heater. 4) heater box mechanism. All in all very few repairs for 147,000 and nine years use. We are very pleased with this vehicle

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  Good overall experience - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By jim98vette - December 10 - 10:20 am

  Ive owned this Jeep for about 5 years now and have put about 40,000 miles on it. Total mileage now 110,000. Total upkeep expenses approx $4500 including batteries twice. I think $75 a month upkeep is not bad considering all. The strong points with my Jeep are the Engine and Drive Train. Weak points electronics. I can attribute even the electronics problems to wear and tear though.

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  Class Act - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Owwlala - November 17 - 2:00 am

  Had a few problems like other new cars. Rotars replaced twice, steering wheel leather slip and was replaced, sluggish start which was electronically adjusted, grinding noise when turning in reverse, part replaced, heated driver seat not heating so it was replaced. The dealership was very accomodating and made it all OK. I love my Jeep, feel safe and havent minded my trips to the shop. I am more than likely going to keep it since it is a lease and up in October. But Might get a 2004!

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  Love my Jeep - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Johnny V - November 17 - 2:00 am

  Great Vehicle! This has been a family vehicle for years. This is my second Jeep and Jeeps have been in my family for years.

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  Great Ride! - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Texas Jeepster - November 11 - 10:00 am

  I have almost 30K miles on my Jeep. No major problems and excellent dealer service.

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  Can Drain Your Wallet - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By staatc - November 3 - 1:48 am

  I was really excited about owning my first jeep and had great plans for it until the death wobble hit. All my suspension and steering components all wore out at about the same time and I had to put almost $1,000 into it just for parts and did the labor myself. Then as soon as I got it driving good again, the oil pan gasket started leaking. While the engine itself will run forever, be sure to take time to inspect all of the other components and have a mechanic check it over too.

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  love it - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By glbbn - July 2 - 1:30 pm

  This is the second Jeep Ive driven. Own a 1998 also. Seems there is a recurring problem with the rear ends of jeeps. Loud noise or screech when going over bumps or putting car in reverse. Problems with 2001 brakes and with window regulators. Replaced passenger side in July. Now the drivers side is stuck in the up position til I can fix it. The hood and tail gate dont stay up. Sensor 2 light goes off and on. I like the way it handles and goes anywhere in the snow. I feel pretty safe driving it but worry about the brakes and Windows. Have never replaced window regulators ever before and have driven many different makes and models of cars.

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  "Dont make a pretty woman your wife" - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Mona - June 17 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle never should have been allowed on the market. The dealers have been trained to tell consumers that "everything is normal for that vehicle". It has become known for differential and brake rotor problems, just to mention a few. I must say, it is the most comfortable riding SUV I have driven.....but that is NOT ENOUGH>

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  Proper Utility Vehicle - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By AufMitterSpiel - May 12 - 7:16 am

  It seems that there are allot of people out there that love to hate this Jeep, but I must say that it has thoroughly impressed me. I have taken it across the entire north western half of the country and back in the dead of winter and couldnt have felt more confident traveling in this vehicle. With the Quadra-Drive AWD system, 4.7 V8, and heated seats its almost too easy! 20 MPG overall doesnt hurt, either. Handling/roadholding has also impressed me versus the Land Cruiser and older Range Rover SUVs that I have driven in the past. Reliability has been great thus far, with an easy to work on underhood layout.