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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  Not a Jeep fan! - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By carolina girl - March 24 - 8:50 pm

  I purchased my Jeep new in 1999 with 50 miles. I now have 133,000 miles. I had a new transmission replaced the first month i owned it in 1999. I have also replaced the brakes front and back numerous times (recalled in 1999) including front calipers this year. I have fixed the rear suspension differential twice. The water pump in 2004. My key doesnt open the driver door and hasnt in 4 years so I have to use the keyless remote. The drivers side seat is broken. In spite of all the money and repairs made my Jeep still rides just like its brand new. I have kept it serviced well over the years but I just dont think this vehicle is made to last. This will be my last Chrysler Jeep vehicle.

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  Now I am happy to be rid of it - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Happy Now - March 24 - 8:56 am

  I leased this vehicle for the fact of always wanting a jeep. After 5 months I wanted out of the lease. Poor gas mileage, small interior room, poor build quality. I guess this is a testament to the outgoing Chrysler owners. The truck had 2 transmission problems in the time I had it and 2 rear window issues. Loved to have a truck and 4WD. Needless to say i am a Very Happy Honda 2010 Pilot Owner now.

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  2014 Grand Cherokee LTD - Giving it a Shot - 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By nyawker - March 23 - 10:46 am

  I read some of the complaints but a few friends have the truck for a while with no issues at all. Firstly, you can not beat the deals Jeep is giving on these trucks. The value for the money is unreal. I love the U Connect interface. It is by far easier to use than BMW I-Drive, Audi MMI, or Lexus. Have an Audi and had the others. The features are terrific, intuitive, and easy to use. Heated seats front, rear, and steering wheel. I got the 20" wheels and the ride is firm and comfortable. The steering is precise. The transmission is the same 8sp electronic that BMW uses. It has 3 drive modes. No electronic, HVAC, or transmission issues at all..

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  Limited 5.9 Still a BEAST - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By princeofpeace - March 23 - 8:16 am

  We bought this as a step up in a second car. It quickly became our favorite. From 0-100 it takes just 16 seconds! Stops from 100 m.p.h. in a amazing 126ft. This is a 1/4 mile high 14s Jeep! Bone stock,179K miles still idles at 600rpm smooth as glass. Stomping on the gas lurches you forward without any tire spin just flat out acceleration. Gets 15m.p.g. overall a stout 18@ 65mph for any length. The interior is laid out perfect! Cruise and radio/CD control on the steering wheel.Climate control that really works! Slick leather seats in dove Grey.Leather and wood everywhere! Faster than 5.0s n Vettes in the 1990s! Still shocks kids at red light jumps. Only in a Jeep!

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  Its all good but the gas mileage - 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Clint Van Zandt - March 22 - 1:30 am

  Great car - a step above the 2003 that we had. The Nav system is far better than one in a 2002 BMW and overall the new Jeep is to be desired. The challenge is in the gas mileage - its really low, especially compared to our prior 2003 Jeep that was a 6; this is an 8 and it really goes through gas. Otherwise Im glad we got it. Hmmm, wonder what the new 06 is like?

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  Could be better, could be worse - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By collin - March 21 - 5:43 pm

  This was my first car, and Im actually selling it today. All-around, its a great car; however, the gas mileage is horrible. My girlfriend gets 30-40 mpg in her Hyundai, and I trail behind at a wimpy 13-17 mpg. Not to mention, it takes quite a sum of money to put gas into it. Air bag sensor is faulty and beeps as it pleases. I had to replace some trans. sensors (had trouble shifting to 2nd and 3rd gears); drivers side dual-climate ctrl didnt work (found out this is common in 99s). Being 10-11 years old, though, it was still a good first car. The leather seats got way too hot in the summertime.

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  178,000 miles and adding more - 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By BYRKSTER - March 20 - 4:40 pm

  I love my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee! I found her next to a garage covered in green goo, from setting underneath some pine trees for -FOUR- years, asked the owner if they were interested in selling, they said yes. I paid $700.00, stuck in a new battery and she fired up and I took off down the road towards my garage. “Let the fun begin” Flushed all the systems, changed the exhaust, brakes, rotors, calipers, shocks, fluids, sparks plugs, wires, cap & rotor, all had rusted, but after four years setting she still ran great! Took more time cleaning the exterior then actual replacing parts, but she turned out great!

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  My Lithia Lemon . - 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By jcislo - March 19 - 10:00 am

  My initial impressions of my Jeep where quickly changed to those of regret and hopes that I was in some sort of bad dream but it really was a nightmare. My Jeep has 17000 miles on it , the brakes are in need of being replaced for the third time due to some sort of recall problems. The engine light has needed to be reset nine times, the gas tank has been replaced due to leaks, and as I write this the engine light is on again.. Chrysler said there are 400 things that can make the light come on but they cant find the problem but they refuse to replace or buyback this poor excuse of an SUV.. I would not recommend this vehicle to my worst enemy.

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  I Love it, but... - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Sean - March 19 - 5:40 am

  Many publications rated Acura MDX and Nissan Pathfinder better than the 06 JGC. We preferred the ride of the JGC but bought an MDX. Two years later, we traded the MDX in for the JGC Overland in order to pull a 26 trailer/RV. The JGC had a noticeably smaller cargo area in the hatch and a tad smaller backseat, but that aside absolutely LOVE driving our JGC... BUT, there have been problems. In 2008 our powersteering pump went (under warranty), in 2009 our starter went (not covered), and both the hood and the hatch hydraulics are shot. Chrysler has a reputation of being the poorest North American manufacturer and this is apparent as these issues shouldnt happen in a newer vehicle.

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  No Complaints - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Mark_NH - March 14 - 10:00 am

  I just wanted to chime in and offer up my experience with my 98 JGC Limited (5.2L, V8). No problems to speak of. Of those issues I had they were parts which normally wear over time (water pump, brakes, viscous coupler). These vehicles are rock solid with reagrd to structure, excellent attention to detail with interior features.