Jeep Grand Cherokee (05-10) - Review

Review by Matthew Proud on
The Grand Cherokee is a much improved large 4x4, with convincing off-road capabilities and the rugged looks to boot. The familiar shape and style is carried over from the previous model, while a handful of new engines and better road manners have broadened the car's appeal. Four engines are offered but it's the 3.0-litre diesel which is more popular than the three petrol V8 units, as it strikes a more acceptable balance between power and fuel economy. The Grand Cherokee isn’t flawless and rivals like the Land Rover Discovery offer more room and a higher-quality finish for similar money. But overall, it's a stronger package than ever.
3.5 out of 5

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£26,590 - £38,040

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£5,098 - £24,246

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Superb diesel engine, great off road, much improved on-road

Lags behind class best, interior doesn't have a premium feel, poor economy

The Grand Cherokee is a much improved large 4x4, with convincing off-road capabilities and the rugged looks to boot. The familiar shape and style is carried over from the previous model, while a handful of new engines and better road manners have broadened the car's appeal. Four engines are offered but it's the 3.0-litre diesel which is more popular than the three petrol V8 units, as it strikes a more acceptable balance between power and fuel economy. The Grand Cherokee isn’t flawless and rivals like the Land Rover Discovery offer more room and a higher-quality finish for similar money. But overall, it's a stronger package than ever.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3.5 out of 5

    "Whatever Grand Cherokee you choose, there's no shortage of pulling power. Most impressive is the..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "This is one of the areas most improved from the previous model. The new Grand Cherokee has tighter..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "The previous Grand Cherokee was a comfortable car. This one is improved thanks to its better..."

  • Practicality

    3.5 out of 5

    "There’s room for five adults over short distances, though the rear passengers may feel the squeeze..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "All Grand Cherokees come with permanent four-wheel drive and a five-speed automatic transmission."

  • Behind the wheel

    3 out of 5

    "The Grand Cherokee offers a pleasant enough driving environment, with some items carried over from..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    2 out of 5

    "Early Grand Cherokees were very pricey from new and represented poor value for money, though this..."

  • Green credentials

    1 out of 5

    "Buyers in need of a heavy-duty off-roader tend to be hit with expensive road tax, as large 4x4s are..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4 out of 5

    "Airbags, stability control, traction control and a tyre pressure monitor are fitted to all Grand..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "The Mercedes-Benz-developed diesel and relaxed American V8s with more frequent service intervals..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    2.5 out of 5

    "The petrol models were dropped from the range in April 2006 and prices for the CRD models came down..."

  • Buying used

    3.5 out of 5

    "Petrol models will depreciate faster than diesels so will be a cheaper buy - but you will end up..."

  • Selling

    4 out of 5

    "The robust Grand Cherokee should be fairly easy to sell off the back of Jeep’s solid reputation for..."

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