john cramer I have a 2015 just broke 100k still running brand new. I kept up with all the maintenance, and drive it daily. Been to multiple states. I've always been a GC but previous before my 2015 I had a 07 and it gave me minor problems.
I’m about to buy this one. I’m using a 1996 grand Cherokee limited. It has been very good to me. I’ve only had to change the spark plugs, brakes and battery which wasn’t expensive at all.
I want to thank everyone who has taken time to view this video and leave comments. I have just uploaded a 1 year follow up video, so pelase subscribe and check out the latest video to hear my comments and concerns after having owned the Jeep for a little over a year!
Thanks a lot for the review and taking the time to inform potential buyers like myself who are on the market for this type of vehicle. A dealer will only give you the good things about the car, but not the negatives. People like you are the ones that gives the best feedback. Now, about what's your average fuel economy. How much did you pay out the door for the car.
I ordered my 2014 from the factory, set up just like yours but different color combo. (I have 10K miles at this time). Two important points to add; 1. the tire/wheel combination, we have, provides a softer ride than the larger wheel/low profile tire configuration. 2. when you have the Trailer Tow Pkg. we also receive half of the air ride system of the Overland. It is an auto leveling system. This also adds to ride quality. Ride quality is very important to me as I' like many other men, have a bad back. We are very happy with our 2014 as it has passed my bad back long trip test :-)
Hey Doc...have you had any electrical issues with yours? I just bought the same model as yours and it shut down on me on the highway after the locks not working correctly for a couple days.
Great review!! I've had mine (2014 Limited V-6) for 3 months I'm averaging 20.5 mpg combined city/highway. The only thing that may be an issue down the road is the battery is under passenger seat. If it ever goes dead you won't be able to move the power seat forward to replace it. After putting 2400 miles on it I would definitely recommend this vehicle, I love mine!!
We have the 2014 Grand Cherokee Limited and have had it for about 10 months now. Has anyone had a problem with the UConnect system? We are constantly getting the message "vehicle phone requires service". The radio has been replaced twice and have had it to the dealer at least 4 times for service updates. The latest was Friday and Saturday the message appeared again. Twice the radio quit altogether, but returned after restart.
Good review, but you have to realize that a TRUE unbiased review is one from someone who has no vested interest in any way. An owner or a dealer is inherently biased. Dealers want to sell the vehicle and owners want to feel that they made a "good" choice in buying the vehicle. I'm shopping now for a midsize SUV and I'm leaning heavily toward the 2014 Grand Cherokee. I did find your review helpful overall.
just test drove one at the dealer yesterday. still test driving other makes but I think my mind is made on the grand Cherokee. V6 but not as loaded as yours. thanks for the review.
Thank you for the video. Brought my new 2014 Jeep home today and trying to learn all the new gadgets (my last vehicle was Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 1997) so I need to learn about the new technology. Your video was helpful.
I have the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Diesel. I am amazed with the performance of the diesel. On open highway I'm getting 28 to 33 miles per gallon. On back roads I'm getting 24 to 26 miles per gallon. This is my second Grand Cherokee and it is faster then the 2009 was which was a V-8. Overall I am very inpressed with this car and highly recommand it.
Great video and giving your honest opinion. Just traded a Challenger RT in for the 2014 GC limited V6 last night. I have zero experience with SUV vehicles, and spent most of my driving life in sporty cars. The snow was coming down and the roads were starting to ice over...perfect conditions to be in a jeep right? So, my first test drive made me nervous before getting in the vehicle. The drive was amazing and all fears of sliding around in a vehicle that was not mine went away! Very smooth ride and sure footed. The auto terrain drive mode returned no slip in the snow whatsoever! Very surprised. A good manual transmission is the way to go, but will say the ZF is liquid smooth. The interior layout is simple and easy to use. The plastic metal look bezel around the radio could be better if I had to nitpic something. BTW, thanks for the tip about dimming the navigation screen. There is plenty of space for rear passengers and overall cargo volume. I had zero intentions of getting an SUV and was set to purchase the new Infiniti Q50x AWD. For what this thing can do on and off road you cant beat it. It pretty much owns the bang for the buck category for SUVs. Good luck to those that have one. If you don't and are interested, definitely give it a test drives chance.
I own a 14 SRT. The car is nice with lots of power but its main issue in my opinion is the interior quality. The materials used are cheap specially the silver trim on the dash (yours is tan) and the hard plastic in the center console on the sides of the gear shifter. They could use better materials than these. But overall I love my SRT.
Have a 2014 Grand Cherokee Summit Diesel , very solid vehicles, the gear shifter could be smoother sometimes u have to make a few attempts to get it into proper gear but it just takes getting used to. Great on fuel for such a fairly hefty vehicle, the price I feel is a bit more than it should be when taking into account depreciation rate compared to some other similar vehicles. Winter is coming So I am excited to see how snow mode with Pirelli Winter carving edge tires turns out int he canadian harsh cold. So far no real problems altho only have 2500 KM or so on the vehicle. In retrospect I kind of wish I had gone fully loaded Overland with the 18 inch rims for a bit softer ride and to be able to get skid plates and trail rated badge, bummer too is this year they added active noise cancelling and sound deadening windshield and rear windows tot he summit as well as a third interior option..oh well. So far good SUV tho. Great review enjoyed it a lot.
Nice video except, after 4 years of ownership, my 2014 4x4 JGC limited is having major problems, at 83K miles it shouldn’t have any issues! But it’s costing me over $500.00, in repairs. Codes pop up right after another code was repaired. Considering a 4RUNNER for my next SUV.
+PMHSLight What package gives you the LED bi-xenon headlamps? I am a thirteen year old car geek but my stepmom is getting a new gc soon but wants the LED lights on it. We have noticed that some of the grand cherokee limiteds have the LEDs and some dont.. We really want them, they give the car a highend look, but it is nice anyways.
Im debating on trading my car in for a 2014 GC Limited. It has 19k milies on it and the dealer wants $35k. its loaded and has navigation but i dont know if its worth it in the long run. How has Maint been after a year?
Hey, can you tell me what kind of space you get at the back with the rear seats folded down? Am looking to go camping with my family and wonder if it's possible to sleep in the back with seats folded. I'm 6'2". I'm looking at this, an Explorer and an MDX. Thanks.
Thank you for The video. I'm looking at a 2014-2015:Grand Cherokee living in ON I really am interested in what owners enjoy/dislike about the vehicle. you went with the V6. what mileage are you getting now. do you have the pre collision adaptive cruise and blind spot monitoring. Have you done any towing (if so how is the power to get on the freeway or interstate) Sorry for all the questions but you asked if people had any questions THX
hey man thanks for the video! I have a question, how much did you paid for it? if you don't mind, I like the SRT 2012 too I'm between those 2 thanks again!
i have been a jeep guy for a long time I love them I am going to get a new one soon I like this one and the color I had had 2 grand Cherokee and now have a 2011 jeep liberty I had a 2004 so yes I am going to get this one love every thing about it the in side and out I was going to get a ram 1500 but I am just a jeep guy
How many MPG are you getting with the V6? Does it take regular or do you need to put in premium fuel? I'm seriously thinking about getting one of these, but I don't have any history or experience with Chrysler's reputation or build quality. I tend to finance my vehicles and want something that's built solid.
Depending on how much you drive you will realistically get get anywhere between 17 to 20 gallons per mile. It takes regular gas or you can put E85 and supposedly you get more MPG (I haven't tried it yet so I can't tell you for personal experience) I got a great deal on mine and have had it for about 3 weeks and I love this SUV. I think its a nice build, solid, rugged, cuts through heavy snow like a hot knife through butter. Good horse power too.
Great review.. I got the 2015 Limited with the luxury option and love the car so far. Only downside is I thought it came with the navigation since it got the 8.4" screen and it didn't. The dealer in the end activated the Navigation but it's not as nice like the one that comes already activated. So If u want Navigation get one that comes from the factory and not one that's Nav Ready.
I've been researching several cars for future purchase and while I test drove this and loved what it offered, I read several blogs where the 2014 had more "in for service" comments that I would consider for a newer car. A number of folks said they had problems with the screening going out on them/other electrical issues Anyone else having problems?
***** would you know if the uconnect problems have also been addressed? People have also stated having problems with the new digital gauge cluster going out on them while driving. Would you know if this problem has been taken care of with any software updates,thanks?
I am getting ready to go to Arbitration on Oct.14 for electrical issues. I have has 3 different radios, seat belt and airbag lights on 2 times. FYI, if these lights go on, that means airbag and seatbelt are INOP! Wish me luck, as I have seen, Chrysler does not seem to care!
just a follow up- they went back again with the same issue. it seems to be happening to a lot of people. IMHO, the tech itself is fine, the car makers just dont want to spend the money on making sure its a streamline from car to customer; simply because the cost would push most consumers away. offer this tech at this price, well fix a few glitches but were selling units.
Are you crazy? Why would you put a 17 year old in a $40,000 vehicle? They are going to bang it up - no way around it. Plus the insurance is going to eat your bank account alive. You would be a lot better off putting her in something less expensive (preferably used and already depreciated) and then upgrading her in a couple of years after she has some experience.
No :) too much car for a 17 year older. Better yet give her a BMW 5 :D she will love you for the next 5 years that is if the car last that long with no major dents/scratches on it :P Then again if I were you ill give her an old $3000 Camry :P
Have you encountered any transmission issues w/ the vehicle so far; possible reliability is the only thing keeping me from buying this vehicle. Much nicer than other vehicles in its class. Would only consider 4Runner Limited as an alternative, but GC has much nicer interior and seems more refined
Yeah, a friend of mine has a 54K 2014 Summit edition that was recently @ the dealership for jerky shifting transmission; luckily for him, it only needed a software update. But things like that really scare me
Looking at all the problems on UA-cam with these, I'll advise people to stay away until they work out the bugs, chances are they won't. I have a new 2015 4Runner TRD Pro. I love it. Yeah, it doesn't have all the electric gismos that the Jeep has, but nothing common with them at all compared with electrical problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee
Owned my 14 Grand Cherokee a couple years now and have had no problems with anything. It seems if something does come up with these jeeps it is easily fixed as you said with just a software update. I do find it funny the other poster(Honda Solutions) says stay away from jeep and he talks about how reliable his 4 runners are when he didn't mention his new 2015 4 runner wouldn't shift into gear and needed a new transmission already with less than 5,000 miles. Ok so any car can have bugs. I can tell you I have owned Grand Cherokees since 1993 and none of them have been problematic and the resale value has been good too.
The issue is commonality with major problems. Try looking at how many per 1,000 Jeep GC vs 4Runner. Sure, I admit my new 4Runner had to have a transmission replaced. But it took two days, not 3 weeks like most people say it takes. No manufacturers are perfect. But the thing people don't realize with Toyota is that they have the vehicles major components tested for years before they come to the U.S. And most of the time they go into Lexus before getting put into Toyotas for 4-7 years. That means they have most if not all the bugs worked out by the time it gets to building a Toyota. Jeep on the other hand isn't like that. I would still take my old 4Runner in reliability over a brand new Jeep GC, it will hold its value better as well despite having a new 4Runner that had to have a transmission replaced.
really, does anyone get any issues with any car after 200 miles?
john cramer I have a 2015 just broke 100k still running brand new. I kept up with all the maintenance, and drive it daily. Been to multiple states.
I've always been a GC but previous before my 2015 I had a 07 and it gave me minor problems.
Yes I did with the Jeep Liberty 2002. It is so baddd
I’m about to buy this one. I’m using a 1996 grand Cherokee limited. It has been very good to me. I’ve only had to change the spark plugs, brakes and battery which wasn’t expensive at all.
Thanks, Nice review. I want one so bad, just not the payment.
I want to thank everyone who has taken time to view this video and leave comments. I have just uploaded a 1 year follow up video, so pelase subscribe and check out the latest video to hear my comments and concerns after having owned the Jeep for a little over a year!
You might wanna consider an updated review since the video is a year old & so is your car.
I JUST GOT THE 2015 JEEP G C LIMITED ALTITUDE GREY .. BLACKED OUT . AWESOME RIDE !
we just bought one of these in Australia, wont get it till the end of January, thanks for your review, its great to find one from an actual owner.
Thanks a lot for the review and taking the time to inform potential buyers like myself who are on the market for this type of vehicle. A dealer will only give you the good things about the car, but not the negatives. People like you are the ones that gives the best feedback.
Now, about what's your average fuel economy. How much did you pay out the door for the car.
I ordered my 2014 from the factory, set up just like yours but different color combo. (I have 10K miles at this time). Two important points to add;
1. the tire/wheel combination, we have, provides a softer ride than the larger wheel/low profile tire configuration.
2. when you have the Trailer Tow Pkg. we also receive half of the air ride system of the Overland. It is an auto leveling system. This also adds to ride quality.
Ride quality is very important to me as I' like many other men, have a bad back. We are very happy with our 2014 as it has passed my bad back long trip test :-)
I am a retired Army Medic and have never worked for Jeep. (Though I have owned 12 of them)
Hey Doc...have you had any electrical issues with yours? I just bought the same model as yours and it shut down on me on the highway after the locks not working correctly for a couple days.
my jeep grand Cherokee has 175 mi..so far so good love the way it drives
I like the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Great review!! I've had mine (2014 Limited V-6) for 3 months I'm averaging 20.5 mpg combined city/highway. The only thing that may be an issue down the road is the battery is under passenger seat. If it ever goes dead you won't be able to move the power seat forward to replace it. After putting 2400 miles on it I would definitely recommend this vehicle, I love mine!!
We have the 2014 Grand Cherokee Limited and have had it for about 10 months now. Has anyone had a problem with the UConnect system? We are constantly getting the message "vehicle phone requires service". The radio has been replaced twice and have had it to the dealer at least 4 times for service updates. The latest was Friday and Saturday the message appeared again. Twice the radio quit altogether, but returned after restart.
Just ordered my 2015 altitude edition in the maximum steel color and I'm so excited to get it. Color looks great
Good review, but you have to realize that a TRUE unbiased review is one from someone who has no vested interest in any way. An owner or a dealer is inherently biased. Dealers want to sell the vehicle and owners want to feel that they made a "good" choice in buying the vehicle.
I'm shopping now for a midsize SUV and I'm leaning heavily toward the 2014 Grand Cherokee. I did find your review helpful overall.
Thank you guys for all the comments - I have heard you loud and clear and I'll make a follow up video within the next 2 weeks!
just test drove one at the dealer yesterday. still test driving other makes but I think my mind is made on the grand Cherokee. V6 but not as loaded as yours. thanks for the review.
Have you had any transmission issues? My 2015 needed to have a new transmission installed at 12,000 miles. Time to file a lemon law claim!
I just recently got a 2014 JGC and the Eco mode stays off once you turn it off. And if you just use sport mode it auto turns it off!
Thank you for the video. Brought my new 2014 Jeep home today and trying to learn all the new gadgets (my last vehicle was Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 1997) so I need to learn about the new technology. Your video was helpful.
I have the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Diesel. I am amazed with the performance of the diesel. On open highway I'm getting 28 to 33 miles per gallon. On back roads I'm getting 24 to 26 miles per gallon. This is my second Grand Cherokee and it is faster then the 2009 was which was a V-8. Overall I am very inpressed with this car and highly recommand it.
Great honest review. What did you think of sound system quality?
hi... awesome review but what about the reliability of the car?
picking up 2015 grand cherokee altitude edition this weekend cant wait nice review man enjoy!
Hi, very nice review. thanks. how's car performing now? Are u still using the same? Pls share your views further.
are you sure the spare is full size? its 245 on mine so its smaller.
any updated review or any issues with how many miles you put on it now?
Is this car an automatic? Im new to cars
Great video and giving your honest opinion. Just traded a Challenger RT in for the 2014 GC limited V6 last night. I have zero experience with SUV vehicles, and spent most of my driving life in sporty cars. The snow was coming down and the roads were starting to ice over...perfect conditions to be in a jeep right? So, my first test drive made me nervous before getting in the vehicle. The drive was amazing and all fears of sliding around in a vehicle that was not mine went away! Very smooth ride and sure footed. The auto terrain drive mode returned no slip in the snow whatsoever! Very surprised. A good manual transmission is the way to go, but will say the ZF is liquid smooth. The interior layout is simple and easy to use. The plastic metal look bezel around the radio could be better if I had to nitpic something. BTW, thanks for the tip about dimming the navigation screen. There is plenty of space for rear passengers and overall cargo volume. I had zero intentions of getting an SUV and was set to purchase the new Infiniti Q50x AWD. For what this thing can do on and off road you cant beat it. It pretty much owns the bang for the buck category for SUVs. Good luck to those that have one. If you don't and are interested, definitely give it a test drives chance.
3:11 your hot pocket is done
Why aren't the headlights led ? Only the back ? That doesn't make sense
I own a 14 SRT. The car is nice with lots of power but its main issue in my opinion is the interior quality. The materials used are cheap specially the silver trim on the dash (yours is tan) and the hard plastic in the center console on the sides of the gear shifter. They could use better materials than these. But overall I love my SRT.
Then spend the extra 30-40k on a Porsche Cayenne Turbo brotha. Keep in mind the price point of these vehicles.
thanks for the tip on the dimming of the console from day to night mode! it's been driving me crazy!
Honestly the best review
2015 Black JGC Altitude. Happy with it so far. I've activated all UConnect features with absolutely no issues. Everything works seamlessly.
Still no issues?
I love my Jeep, Good little Review,
A dimmer switch is not new! lol
He never said it was new.
Have a 2014 Grand Cherokee Summit Diesel , very solid vehicles, the gear shifter could be smoother sometimes u have to make a few attempts to get it into proper gear but it just takes getting used to. Great on fuel for such a fairly hefty vehicle, the price I feel is a bit more than it should be when taking into account depreciation rate compared to some other similar vehicles. Winter is coming So I am excited to see how snow mode with Pirelli Winter carving edge tires turns out int he canadian harsh cold. So far no real problems altho only have 2500 KM or so on the vehicle. In retrospect I kind of wish I had gone fully loaded Overland with the 18 inch rims for a bit softer ride and to be able to get skid plates and trail rated badge, bummer too is this year they added active noise cancelling and sound deadening windshield and rear windows tot he summit as well as a third interior option..oh well. So far good SUV tho. Great review enjoyed it a lot.
Nice video except, after 4 years of ownership, my 2014 4x4 JGC limited is having major problems, at 83K miles it shouldn’t have any issues! But it’s costing me over $500.00, in repairs. Codes pop up right after another code was repaired. Considering a 4RUNNER for my next SUV.
+PMHSLight What package gives you the LED bi-xenon headlamps? I am a thirteen year old car geek but my stepmom is getting a new gc soon but wants the LED lights on it. We have noticed that some of the grand cherokee limiteds have the LEDs and some dont.. We really want them, they give the car a highend look, but it is nice anyways.
Im debating on trading my car in for a 2014 GC Limited. It has 19k milies on it and the dealer wants $35k. its loaded and has navigation but i dont know if its worth it in the long run. How has Maint been after a year?
You helped me with the dimming of the navigation screen. Couldn't figure that out was manually doing it felt like an idiot.
Hey, can you tell me what kind of space you get at the back with the rear seats folded down? Am looking to go camping with my family and wonder if it's possible to sleep in the back with seats folded. I'm 6'2". I'm looking at this, an Explorer and an MDX. Thanks.
i have a 2014 Grand cherokee Diesel, and mine has alot more features then urs, i have no complaints runs really well i get 1000kms to a tank,
Thank you for The video. I'm looking at a 2014-2015:Grand Cherokee living in ON I really am interested in what owners enjoy/dislike about the vehicle. you went with the V6. what mileage are you getting now. do you have the pre collision adaptive cruise and blind spot monitoring. Have you done any towing (if so how is the power to get on the freeway or interstate)
Sorry for all the questions but you asked if people had any questions
THX
Can u change the color below the middle monitor? Yours is tan.. any other options available?
Can u change the color below the middle monitor? Yours is tan.. any other options available?
My dream car:)
Electronic probs? Ya...no...just got rid of a Tahoe for that reason.
Great review! The GC Limited is currently in the running for my next SUV. Thanks again!
Good basic review- thanks. Am also considering a new Jeep Grand Cherokee - looks great, but little worried bout "too much" electronics in it.
A stock ZJ or WJ would kill this ugly heap offroad!!!
better review than car reviewers. Getting mine on monday, very excited
getting mine on wednesday
***** how do you like it so far
Amazing, will be doing a video in the next few days
SpazDillinger do you all still enjoy the Jeep or have you replaced it
@@tropojay1 😂😂😂😂
hey man thanks for the video! I have a question, how much did you paid for it? if you don't mind, I like the SRT 2012 too I'm between those 2 thanks again!
How do you like it? Do you like the tech, driving experience, finish?
i have been a jeep guy for a long time I love them I am going to get a new one soon I like this one and the color I had had 2 grand Cherokee and now have a 2011 jeep liberty I had a 2004 so yes I am going to get this one love every thing about it the in side and out I was going to get a ram 1500 but I am just a jeep guy
Great Review!
great review-thank you! Going to drive one tomorrow and was wavering but now that I've seen this I'm def going!
really??? you are doing review that car has only 200 miles???
I got a 2014 new for $35K with all options so shop around. no concerns yet, only have 500 miles on my GC
what trim did you get? $35 out of door?
Awesome vid. Thanks very much for showing this. Nice to know a consumers point of view
How many MPG are you getting with the V6? Does it take regular or do you need to put in premium fuel? I'm seriously thinking about getting one of these, but I don't have any history or experience with Chrysler's reputation or build quality. I tend to finance my vehicles and want something that's built solid.
Depending on how much you drive you will realistically get get anywhere between 17 to 20 gallons per mile. It takes regular gas or you can put E85 and supposedly you get more MPG (I haven't tried it yet so I can't tell you for personal experience) I got a great deal on mine and have had it for about 3 weeks and I love this SUV. I think its a nice build, solid, rugged, cuts through heavy snow like a hot knife through butter. Good horse power too.
I own one myself and completely agree on all your points...its a great vehicle.
That review was very good. You should try reviewing more vehicles.
Thank you for this great review, at the end you said you would give us an update on your opinion about it ? Happy new year mate !!
Did you ever have a problem with a high pitch noise?
Good Review..I'm planning on driving one this weekend.
Buying my jeep grand Cherokee this week.
Thank you this was really helpful as we are looking at getting one next month!
question for ya. is there glare issues with the NAV screen?
Good Review!! Thank you.
Thanks for your detailed review
wish u would update your thoughts on this jeep....
very helpful reivew, may i ask is the Limited come with the "remote starter"?
Eric Lam yes
naic
Great review.. I got the 2015 Limited with the luxury option and love the car so far. Only downside is I thought it came with the navigation since it got the 8.4" screen and it didn't. The dealer in the end activated the Navigation but it's not as nice like the one that comes already activated. So If u want Navigation get one that comes from the factory and not one that's Nav Ready.
I bought the exact same car and was so suprised to find that nav was not activated. How stupid to not have it come with it. Cost me an extra $700.
You sound like Jay Mohr.
What about the side mirrors? Are the power folding? And do they auto tilt when in reverse? Great review though!! 👍
Auto tilt of the mirrors when in reverse is an option in the settings.
nice car really it is very quite car < yesterday i got one
Definitely a helpful video.
and i get 8.8km / 100km
Very Nice Video
Wait.. dealerships opinions are bias, but yours, an owner's, isn't??? lol..
nice write up though.
You did a fantastic job. Thanks for the presentation it was great. I have a 2014 JGC and I love it.
How old are you, dude?
I've been researching several cars for future purchase and while I test drove this and loved what it offered, I read several blogs where the 2014 had more "in for service" comments that I would consider for a newer car. A number of folks said they had problems with the screening going out on them/other electrical issues Anyone else having problems?
family member had the same issue- screen problems- but fixed at dealer. so seems it might be a recall issue at some point- that was during agust 2013
Thanks for the feedback
***** would you know if the uconnect problems have also been addressed? People have also stated having problems with the new digital gauge cluster going out on them while driving. Would you know if this problem has been taken care of with any software updates,thanks?
I am getting ready to go to Arbitration on Oct.14 for electrical issues. I have has 3 different radios, seat belt and airbag lights on 2 times. FYI, if these lights go on, that means airbag and seatbelt are INOP! Wish me luck, as I have seen, Chrysler does not seem to care!
just a follow up- they went back again with the same issue. it seems to be happening to a lot of people. IMHO, the tech itself is fine, the car makers just dont want to spend the money on making sure its a streamline from car to customer; simply because the cost would push most consumers away.
offer this tech at this price, well fix a few glitches but were selling units.
Definitely
Is it a v8 or v6?
Are they reliable and last long than before?
wow, almost a complete grammatical sentence ... good job, aho
is this a good first car for a 17 year old girl?
Are you crazy? Why would you put a 17 year old in a $40,000 vehicle? They are going to bang it up - no way around it. Plus the insurance is going to eat your bank account alive. You would be a lot better off putting her in something less expensive (preferably used and already depreciated) and then upgrading her in a couple of years after she has some experience.
ok well if we are willing to spend that much, is this a good car for her compared with others similar to this?
I don't see why it wouldn't be. Make sure she is comfortable with the size of it though. She may prefer something smaller like the Cherokee.
No :) too much car for a 17 year older. Better yet give her a BMW 5 :D she will love you for the next 5 years that is if the car last that long with no major dents/scratches on it :P
Then again if I were you ill give her an old $3000 Camry :P
no cd slot?
Not in the dash, you can find it in the armrest
copy your cd/cds' to a thumb drive and you can play your music off of that.
Have you encountered any transmission issues w/ the vehicle so far; possible reliability is the only thing keeping me from buying this vehicle. Much nicer than other vehicles in its class. Would only consider 4Runner Limited as an alternative, but GC has much nicer interior and seems more refined
I'd take my 2002 4Runner with nearly 200,000 miles over a brand new jeep in reliability. No leaks, no problems. Runs and drives like a dream.
Yeah, a friend of mine has a 54K 2014 Summit edition that was recently @ the dealership for jerky shifting transmission; luckily for him, it only needed a software update. But things like that really scare me
Looking at all the problems on UA-cam with these, I'll advise people to stay away until they work out the bugs, chances are they won't. I have a new 2015 4Runner TRD Pro. I love it. Yeah, it doesn't have all the electric gismos that the Jeep has, but nothing common with them at all compared with electrical problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee
Owned my 14 Grand Cherokee a couple years now and have had no problems with anything. It seems if something does come up with these jeeps it is easily fixed as you said with just a software update. I do find it funny the other poster(Honda Solutions) says stay away from jeep and he talks about how reliable his 4 runners are when he didn't mention his new 2015 4 runner wouldn't shift into gear and needed a new transmission already with less than 5,000 miles. Ok so any car can have bugs. I can tell you I have owned Grand Cherokees since 1993 and none of them have been problematic and the resale value has been good too.
The issue is commonality with major problems. Try looking at how many per 1,000 Jeep GC vs 4Runner. Sure, I admit my new 4Runner had to have a transmission replaced. But it took two days, not 3 weeks like most people say it takes. No manufacturers are perfect. But the thing people don't realize with Toyota is that they have the vehicles major components tested for years before they come to the U.S. And most of the time they go into Lexus before getting put into Toyotas for 4-7 years. That means they have most if not all the bugs worked out by the time it gets to building a Toyota. Jeep on the other hand isn't like that. I would still take my old 4Runner in reliability over a brand new Jeep GC, it will hold its value better as well despite having a new 4Runner that had to have a transmission replaced.
I got a GMC Acadia bc it’s engine reliability ratings but I have to admit I got it because it reminded me of a Jeep Grand Cherokee 👌
Nice Fiat