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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  RDS TOY - 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Richard B. - April 30 - 7:49 pm

  Just returned from a trip to WV, and my Grand Cherokee performed flawlessly. This is my first Jeep (formerly a Ford lover), and I am not saying this because its mine, but Jeep has don their homework on this vehicle. We drove over 700 miles on out trip, but I did not experience any sore back, arms or buttitis. Most comfortable and easiest to drive vehicle I have ever owned. Fuel mileage was 22mpg overall and the air ride suspension is wonderful, especially when getting in or out.

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  Who would give me cash for this clunker? - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By No More Jeeps for Me - April 30 - 2:56 am

  Purchased new online in 99. Had to replace front & rear differentials shortly after warranty expired. Lost arbitration w/ shop that used wrong diff. fluid due to Jeep bulletin. Replaced condenser, evaporator, shocks (twice), rotors, pads, yada, yada, yada... Does this vehicle have a seal that doesnt leak? CD changer quit working & front passenger speaker blew long ago. Transmission shifts hard from 1st to 2nd during the winter... likely a viscosity issue as dealer cant fix w/o pulling out tranny which I wont pay for. Check engine light has been on for 2+ yrs now. Dealer wont cut wire. Got 132,000 miles with mostly new parts so hoping for 200,000 miles. Repair bills mounting...

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  Performer, Sad to see you go - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Roman - April 28 - 9:46 pm

  Funny to read the reviews below: A/C gone at 100K, back wiper gone at 120k, cant keep back door up, 4 Wheel drive shifter not functioning properly, gas tank gauge gone at 110k, changed air sensor 2x (causes engine light to turn on) and looks like it needs a third swap, muffler change at 160k, front wheel suspension needs alot of work... still Im going to miss you! After the long hauls, major home renovations and 4WD to ski slopes the Jeep performed well. The motor still feels smooth, quiet and should support future use with some major work on the above requirements.

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  Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By John Broyles - April 28 - 9:26 pm

  The most fun SUV I have ever driven. Nice interior, very stiff and sporty suspension. If you are looking for a high performance vehicle that can be driven year round, this is the one. Very nice interior and exterior design.

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  Gotta love Jeeps - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By SarahSmile - April 27 - 7:03 pm

  I just traded my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 for a 2004 model. I owned the first for 3 years and loved it! Drives beautifully and is the perfect size. I did have to take it back to the dealer because of the rotors but they fixed them for free. I dont like the brake dust that gets all over the rims and I guess this is a common problem for the model. Other than that it is great.

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  Major Disappointment - Dont buy one - 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Monte - April 25 - 6:03 am

  After reading all of the reviews, I think I have experienced most of the issues. I purchased this vehicle new in Feb. 2002 and only have 75,000 miles on it 8 years later. It has been back to the dealer or repair shop of 14 occasion. List of Problems 1) Passenger side heater does not work. 2) Transmission has never shifted properly. 5 trips to dealer and still doesnt shift properly. 3) Rear axle replaced 4)Both window arm levers broke so windows wouldnt go back up. 5) Support arms for hood dont work. 6) Major vibration when turning (forward and reverse) 7)Lights come on when vehicle is off 8

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  Still going strong - 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By danny421boy - April 24 - 2:00 am

  Some electrical issues (rear passenger door: new PL, PW motor), but the engine and transmission are still going strong with 202,000 miles. Overall, it has been a great SUV.

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  Good vehicle, but not great. - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By prmckinn - April 24 - 2:00 am

  I like the vehicle. It is tough. But, comfortable. The six cylinder engine has decent power. If you want power get the 4.7 liter. The transmission is a bit rough when its shifts when a passing gear is needed. Gas mileage is not bad. I drive on the highway most of the way to work and I get 20.4 mpg. I have the select-trac 4x4. I like being able to leave it in 2WD mode for normal conditions and when needed 4HI or 4Low. However, I did have major problems with the drive train.

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  2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By molarjeep - April 24 - 2:00 am

  I have a Rocky Mountain edition Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. Excellent off roading capabilities. Large Sunroof. Pleasant Drive. Spacoius Room. Comfortable seats. Can use more gadgets in the interior.

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  Chryslers new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine is garbage - 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By sadconsumer - April 23 - 11:19 pm

  We bought our 2011 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 in December 2010 and it has been in the shop on and off for weeks since be bought it, with major engine related problems. It only has 13000 KM on it and it blows black smoke out of the exhaust when it is started and sounds like an old diesel engine when it runs. The front crankshaft pulley came apart grinding the remaining pulley against the engine block (Chrysler called it "engine crankshaft damper problems" and "harmonizer balancer issues") and most recently the engine was "pulling in too much fuel" and Chrysler informed us the oil separator and PVC valve would need to be replaced. The gear shifter has broken, and further damaged by the dealer 4 months ago and still has not been repaired due to "a lack of replacement parts" and the engine has had declining performance since about 5000KM. We didnt just get a lemon because we found out that in fact other 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engines have come in with the same problems and there have been technical service bulletins released by Chrysler on these issues on other Grand Cherokees. This engine is scheduled to go into many more models in 2012 and I would strongly recommend to avoid this engine at all costs. Chrysler supposedly spent years developing this new engine and have high hopes it will pull this automaker out of financial ruin but they should have spent a little more time because it is full of problems and will no dought cost anyone unfortunate enough to buy one a fortune. Chrysler hasnt been willing to do anything to help and we continue to have out of pocket costs add up.