Jeep Grand Cherokee Station Wagon (1999 - 2004) review

At a glance |
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New price | £24,995 - £35,995 |
Used price | £365 - £3,005 |
Fuel economy |
Not tested to latest standards
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Road tax cost | £265 - £325 |
Insurance group | 31 - 33 How much is it to insure? |
PROS
Well equipped, hugely capable off road, neat styling, comfortable long distance cruiser
CONS
Unsettled ride, expensive to run, dated and poorly finished cabin, cramped rear space
Jeep has a strong reputation for building strong off roaders and the Grand Cherokee is no exception. It may not look as rugged as some 4x4s, but thanks to a clever four-wheel drive system it is impressively agile on rough terrain and can cope with seemingly impossible situations. Unfortunately this ability isn't matched on the road. While the Jeep is a good long distance cruiser with a spacious cabin and hugely comfortable seats, it's not particularly composed through corners and the ride is unsettled over poor quality roads.
However it is available with some strong diesel engines, although the thirsty petrol models are best avoided.