2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (inc. 0-100) review: Why I wouldn't buy this SUV...
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2024
- The new Jeep Grand Cherokee L is big...but it's let down by a few fundamental flaws. Paul Maric reviews the top-specification 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve and finds it has some issues.
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Intro: 00:00
Exterior 0:55
Interior 4:08
Infotainment 6:38
Safety 10:17
Practicality 11:41
On the road 17:58
0-100km/h 23:20
Verdict 25:27
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Definitely the passion that you have for cars make you the best car reviewer. Thanks for sharing Paul.
I appreciate that! Thank you!
We love Paul here in South Africa
The first thing I want to see when I open my UA-cam is your reviews . Very informative and useful. Keep it Up brother.
Everyone has an opinion but as an American Land Rover I think it’s brilliant for what it is - and glad we have a diverse offering here and choice of a six instead of 2 litre turbos that demand 95 octane and are less economical- I’d buy this well before a Merc GLS or BMW X7
Hey Paul. This is very helpful! I just picked up a grand Cherokee L since it just released I’m Australia!
Niceeeee
I know why carmakers continue to use piano black despite its well documented shortcomings - because it looks great when it’s brand new in the showroom. What happens when the buyer gets it home is not their problem.
Agreed!
To be fair, it actually doesn’t even look that great in the showroom. A matte surface always looks better than glossy IMO.
@@jerrymyahzcat Hard-wearing surfaces are always the best, no matter what kind of car. Compare something like a Ford F-250 Super Duty to this and you'll find no piano black nonsense in the truck.
@@theglowcloud2215 exactly
Those build quality issues, good grief 😳
it’s a new platform, give them time to iron stuff out.
Finally. Been waiting for this review🔥.
Great review. Lots of pros and cons for this car, but I think the price would be the biggest hurdle for buyers. Not to mention it'll depreciate like a piano falling off a cliff the moment production of new cars goes back to normal.
The most honest review I’ve seen of this. I would genuinely like this car if it was made by a different brand and 15% lover in price. Can’t imagine spending this kind of money on a Jeep in Australia.
If this car was $65-70k, I might consider it. But $115k? What drugs were Jeep on when pricing it? If it weren’t for the supply issues affecting new cars, they would be already discounting these.
Well that's for the highest level trim, they have less expensive trims
@@Dad_of_War yeah, and they should be 40-50k.
I like that he keeps telling us he is not going to lie. Probably a good thing for a reviewer.
A long anticipated review. I had watched a bunch of american reviews on this car and they were all full of praise and wonder, much like the Brits praise LR's. I was counting on Paul for an objective, comprehensive appraisal on this car. Thanks!
I drove one in the US and can confirm the LHD Jeeps have much better quality. I was shocked when I took one for a test drive in Aus and saw the difference between them, both were Summit trims.
@@devon2435 Where is the one for the Australian market manufactured? Paul, any idea?
@@menifo4334 Not sure, I know the ones for the US market is all built in the USA itself, but there are also Jeeps built in Mexico, Brazil and Austria. I think RHD models are built in Brazil, there are many 'spy' shots of RHD camouflaged vehicles getting tested outside of Brazilian factories. I do know that a lot of the engines offered in Stellantis vehicles are built in Mexico.
@@devon2435 It's a shame really. It looks stunning inside and out. I have been eying this since it was launched but we'll have the RHD 2.0 petrol-hybrid in Europe presumably by the end of Spring 23. Not sure I'm willing to wait that long, only to be disappointed by poor quality issues.
@@menifo4334 I don't think Europe will get a similar GC to Aus, maybe the UK will because it is a RHD country, but I'll think it'll be better. My first choice would honestly be the 2.0 Hybrid 4xe, there is a lot of misinformation about the battery depleting, but in my experience with it in the US it acts just as a normal hybrid even with the battery at 0% there is always reserve electric power under acceleration in normal driving conditions. That hybrid is crazy powerful and smooth, wish they would do it in the L version.
Another amazing review.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Oh my looks a million dollars but after seeing how badly it's put together you'd have to have rocks in your head to buy it.
Great review as always mate!
I have two Questions please?
Massage any good compared to recent reviews?
Stereo in this vs model Y?
Cheers!
when a car has that autonomous or semi autonomous parking, can you come up with some sort of demonstration to test this? Love your videos Paul
Great review, Paul. Thank you. I had a deposit down for the L before they released the specs. Cancelled it as soon as the first recalls started been announced in the US. Looking at the quality control of the AU fleet, you just cannot justify the price tag. So glad I canceled the order.
dodged a freakin bullet by the sounds of this. 👍
Having watched many reviews of this Jeep, I've been dying to hear your opinion, Paul. Great review. You've convinced me to wait til the new engine and build quality is addressed. Failing that... My 5th Jeep will not be a Jeep!
Hey Paul, would it be possible for you to review the DT Ram 1500, preferably the limited trim, thanks. 😊
Prices are just insane especially for something like this SUV, and the lack of quality is unfortunately representative of this mark, one would think they would have improved quality due to the price yet not, not disappointed as it’s never been a quality product. Great review Paul.
During long motorway drives, I rest my elbow on the dashboard. It’s just so comfortable.
Thank you for testing the softness there :)
wow i love the look of this car especially in this gray colour they also offered a short wheelbase version but it's not available in australia just yet
It definitely looks good in person!
Best car reviewer!! Thanks for such honest an thorough feedback! We were tossing up between one of these and the new 2023 palisade, but palisade has won us over for a number of reasons. The biggest deterrent for us buying the Jeep was the much higher price to get the summit reserve vs palisade highlander and the warranty being capped at 100k. The other things you have pointed out in this review I had completely overlooked! Such a shame, cause this is so close to being the perfect all rounder car for larger families, but just misses the mark.
Did you choose any of them?
Hi Paul, could please add airbags configuration details to you check list. I believe that safety is the most important factor to consider when someone is buying a car.
I was really excited for this as we don't get enough large SUVs here in Australia that are affordable but appears there are a few issues here that are linked to the Jeep of old that we hate and stayed clear of.
I went ahead and got palisade 2023
They made the same error with the steering wheel heating in the Maserati too. What a fail. I thought another reason they chose not to install buttons as it was cheaper to make icons and move things around in the UI to localise content. What a shame.
It is amazing how they can make a LHD feel like an actual luxury suv, I drove one in the US and it was great, all the body panels lined up perfectly, there was nothing squeaky or cheap in the interior, really up to MB and Bmw levels. Then I came back to Aus last month and took one for a test drive, and I was shocked in the quality difference between them, don't know why Jeep doesn't care enough about RHD markets to give us the same quality. It is really a shame because I was pretty much sold on it...
So it's not just Paul's demo that was bad build quality.
@@Malc664 All RHD Jeeps are built in Brazil, it think that says enough. The one I test drove in Aus wasn't this bad, but it wasn't up to the quality standard that they sell them in the US.
@@devon2435 My Aussie 2021 was made in Detroit.
@@bmerigan It wasn't,
My cousin upgraded from a 18' GC and she really loves it. She got a Limited GC L 4x4
It’s not just that vehicle Paul, I know way too many people who have bought a new Jeep. Terrible build quality, terrible reliability. None of them would ever buy a Jeep again - says it all really. A brand that relies on its name for initial sales until people realise what pieces of \¥^¥{¥\§€£[# that they are! One had to go through legal action to get a full new replacement under the lemon laws, and the replacement new car had to be replaced again! They need to come with a warning saying “not in your right mind!” 😂
Yeah just like the Toyota 2.8 diesel in the Hilux, Fortuna and Prado with its DPF class action. Ohh but wait, we can’t say anything bad about Toyota now can we.
Thanks for the review. I had high hopes for this but after watching your review it's dead to me :) plus 115K- 120K price tag?! to buy a JEEP?!!! people must be crazy to even shortlist this for that kind of price
The off-road and tech features are great. The in-line 6 hurricane is coming. Yes, have a 2023 Limited L. And love it. Live in serious snow country and it is great in the snow and carriers a lot of ski and camping gear
Looking forward to a off road test, unless you have already done one.
Overall a very nice looking SUV but the fit and finish and build quality are a let down… any idea when the NA V6 might be replaced or joined by a turbo or PHEV
Great review, I do love the verdict, rough workmanship as its tradition
Very nice independent review, agreed with all drawbacks
Beautiful SUV. I will wait for the trailhawk.
Great review as always 🎉
This car cannot be more American, luxury from inside, looks fabulous from outside but the panels don’t line up 😊
7:15 Or you could just press the steering wheel heating button which is directly in the middle of the dashboard...
The FCA Giorgio platform this sits on isn't inherently bad but even by American standards the Stellantis Jefferson North Assembly Plant making these doesn't have the best reputation for build quality (putting it mildly).
Is this a factory RHD or is it done by a third party once it arrives in Australia?
Not surprised about panel gaps since it’s a FCA project.
This vehicle is amazing , really next level refinement, capability on and off road...
You mentioned that the fuel capacity is 104 litres. This is not correct and has been recently amended by Jeep Australia. They incorrectly calculated the metric conversion forgetting that US gallons are smaller than Imperial gallons. I pointed this out in a letter to their CEO and they agreed their information was incorrect and they’ve updated their specifications to show that the fuel tank capacity is actually 87 litres.
Where do you find the time to write a letter about fuel tanks capacities.
You wrote a letter to the CEO over fuel tank capacity?
@@1991Vn2nV yep, I wanted it clarified. I like having a decent range in my vehicles and I assumed that to partly compensate for the loss of range with the deletion of the Diesel engine, they’d increased the size of the fuel tank. Yet, when I looked at the Jeep’s specifications on their USA website, the new Grand Cherokee had a smaller tank than its predecessor. It turned out that they’d made a conversion error. Accordingly, the lack of a Diesel engine, along with the much reduced range of the new model are the reasons I won’t be replacing my current Jeep with the new model.
Would you say that it has gone forwards in technology but backwards in other areas? It's a no for me. Excellent non biased review as always, thanks.
Will you review the 2022 Jeep compass?
great review. how are the dealers gonna turn this one around? Paul just basically wrote their resignation letter right here ahaha
I like the looks. Looks pretty damn good
Very nice car and i am glad i got mine.
Another honest and genuinely informative review from you Paul. Looks like Jeep is targeting “school mums” with this model, rather than the towing community.
My wifes 2021 grand cherokee L. When on quarter tank fuel the remote start stops working and power steering goes out. Any reason why
I think we need to send this one back Paul, definitely not moving with the times
Love the design
Even in the US, the engine choices are a disappointment being carryovers. In the Australian market, with the limited engine choice, seems like the regular Grand Cherokee (not the L) in a lower trim makes more sense. And the build quality issues are present here in the US also. Personally, I think there are better choices in the market.
I disagree about lower trim. I say always but too from so you’re not missing out. The only time I sway from that is if the top trim only has say only one rubbish engine choice or only has 2WD when you want 4WD or only has Manual when you want Auto etc etc. Otherwise Always get top spec. Don’t scrimp.
Lucky you, you get the V6 and the "L" at least. Over here in EU/Germany it's only the 2.0 turbo-4cyl PHEV non-L (5seats, short version) for a hefty price increase.
The "old" (last gen.) GC WK2 Summit Diesel had a list price of ~75K Euro (street/dealer price ~55 K Euro), for the PHEV now the call is for ~95K Euro.
No diesel anymore, no V6 or V8 - I'm out. No SRT anymore too.
Jeep shows it's lack of professionalism here. Sending a beaten up, scratched and misaligned car to the top Australian car reviewer. Doesn't inspire confidence from a brand that is considered a lemon on wheels!
Maybe that is their best one.
@@Robert-cu9bm the only one that's not in service.
@@sirpalee 😂😂
@@Arnomic beat me to it!
And $115k for this, and without the badge cachet of the other lemon, a Land Rover. Idk who’ll be stupid enough to buy this, suffer the lack of reliability AND the immense depreciation in one go. It actually makes the LC300 feel like a better buy since it feels like it will still work perfectly after 20 years and retain half its resale value.
I would not have said the Kluger is a competitor at all. But I would have listed the Land Rover Discovery.
Where’s the reversing test?? And the structural rigidity test (open close door while parked on opposite wheels off the ground)?
I have a Jeep G/C Limited 2018 diesel and I love it the way it tows my caravan and it’s comfort factor. Watching this tonight has convinced me this will be my last Jeep. 2.3 ton tow reduced from a 3.5 ton you’ve lost me as a customer Jeep.
The interior is truly gorgeous. Its a shame about the cheap piano black plastic used inside as it detracts from an otherwise great interior
This is why I watch an Australian car tester, not just a reviewer. I haven't found anyone like Car Expert in the US,. the one that comes close is Savagegeese. Sadly, most do nothing more than act as advertisers for automakers. The other reason is to see your beautiful country.
I’ve had one for six months and am satisfied. I have the Limited, which is not as fancy or as pricey. The gas mileage is not good though as it is heavy.
Heard there is a recall in Australia for springs coming off the car. This is why i chose palisade
Just for the record, I soon soured of it and traded it in over eight months ago.
Those negative points sound accurate and OMG the noise it makes with its uninspiring 3.6 V6 just sounds dull and has to be thirsty revving it out to 5500RPM. The cherry on top are those exterior panel alignment issues and mediocre interior build quality. Not Jeeps greatest product offering atm .
Paul's comments on Poor build quality from our American allies could fracture the Aukus partnership 😀 .
🤣🤣🤣
OK, that's it, I'm deleting you of my speed dial!
No hellcat engine
No grand wagoneer coming to Australia
No Deal
Their dreaming, that they want 6 figures for this
Isn't the discovery its proper rival?
Hello Paul i was told by our local mechanic not to buy a jeep , to hard to fix if it goes wrong , so i dont mind to look of some of them ,but ill stick with my Subaru Outback . thanks steve/Geraldton
Like Harley's, I want to love Jeeps, but I can't be seen in public with one, especially in Australia.
Looks like I'll hang onto my 2014 Grand Cherokee or replace it with the upcoming Ford Everest.
I can't speak to the upcoming model, but I'm sure you'd be disappointed comparing with the current Everest. I was.
I own the previous model and I love it! Looks like the Grand Jeep in Australia is going the way of the Doe Doe bird🦅 People will just buy the new V6 diesel Ford Everest instead and I wouldn’t blame them as it is a great vehicle with 3.5 tons towing capacity.
it does need an extra 50kw / 100nm more power, still don't know why FCA haven't put a V6 diesel in at least
Paul really is one of the top car reviewers if you want a detailed vehicle review, (I would have said Matt Watson a few years ago, but his success has going to his head and turned him into a circus clown. Guess I am in the minority as Carwow has millions of subs). Guess I'm too old for his childish crap. :)
Hence watching a reviewer the other side of the world reviewing vehicles I will never see or afford for that matter. :)
Great job again Paul.
Does the grand Gerokee handle better that the ford Everest
Grand cherokee 2 row coming soon ?
Great review. I own the Grand Cherokee Diesel...pretty pokey on the open raod and great for towing. I think Jeep will lose market share in the caravan sector tht will possibly be picked up by the next gen Ford Everest
Also have a V6 Diesel GC, '20 model, definitely have the Everest on the radar as a replacement in a few years. Curious to know though, does yours have a shocking throttle delay? Test drive cars had none, but upon delivery ours has been awful. Throttle controller does not remedy the issue. Jeep say it's just how they are, and a local tuning mob have said it only came about with the change to the AdBlue V6s. The lag isn't so problematic on the highway, but around town (especially roundabouts) it's just dangerous.
front passenger screen is an thing on the grand wagoneer (and the wagoneer i think). not an option on the cherokee
It is available/standard on Grand Cherokees. Maybe not the early builds though.
I'm American and one of the biggest misconceptions about Americans from watching Australian and English reviews is that we use our doorbins. I do not know anyone who has ever used their doorbins for drinks and bottles, our cupholders are big enough and there is plenty of storage elsewhere throughout our car for bottles. Currently we have a Kia Telluride but we used to have a second gen Dodge Durango and that car didn't even have doorbins, only a little slot in the lower door.
Is that because Americans can't bend down to put anything in them.
Here's a little nugget that I tell people about Subaru that translates to this vehicle in that the safety is even more important when slowing down. In the sensor activated systems, there is that millisecond when it's in 2wd, because that is the one that matters when it comes to confident feel on snow, ice or wet.
It is unclear what you are saying, but if it is a comment on the safety of 4WD, then it's important to remember that all cars have 4-wheel braking.
Camera washer is a great idea
What is the thing hanging under the front bumper in front of the wheel? What is that for??? 🤔
I think its a mud flap
The full size spare would be pointless if i am not mistaken. Especially if it has the same alloy. If you run a cherokee with different wheel size you burn the diff or the system running your 4x4. You need to run evenly used/ same mileage tires or the system thinks one is running faster than the other and starts sending power differently. This was at least with tje older gens. So a spare should not be used long… but i could be mistaken.
you need to give these a chance, it’s a fresh platform and the first few sold will find the issues and then they can improve, it’s a good platform and the interior is nice. this thing when ironed out will be on another level of the palisade and kluger. can’t bag out a platform that is new and still being improved. still a good review paul!
Thing is though they should be ironed out already if you're forking out 115k for one, especially regarding panel missalignment and gaps. The Japanese or South Koreans would never do such a shitty job.....for a lot less mind you!
@@givvia6782 ever heard the term “built on a friday”. that’s this car. i’ve test driven one of these in a lower trim and it had no panel gap issues or quality issues that this one has. this one could be a one off. everything on the one i test drove worked flawlessly. just wish there was a different engine option available!
are palisade and kluger 120K ?
@@rforracemode5846 Good to hear that you had a positive experience with the one you test drove. However 'Built on a Friday' shouldn't exist on a vehicle pushing six figures especially from a brand as established as Jeep. 77 years is long enough to wait for poor build quality and even poorer quality control to be 'ironed out'!
This vehicle has been available in USA for ages.
Clearly, quality control is non existent, considering they let this vehicle leave the factory with the mis aligned panels, and other issues..
Jeep Australia let this be a press car, without fixing these problems.
CRAZY !
Better than defender??
115,000? Um no. My pick at that price would be a 2020 Audi Q7
That or touareg.
I can't imagine anyone would be so stupid to pay over $ 100 grand for one of those heaps of grap.
I currently have a Grand Cherokee and was looking forward to the release of this model. Price, engine and towing capacity make it a big fat no from me.
I’ll hold out for the new Everest and then compare it to the Patrol.
6200 with the V6 7200 tow with the V8 no diesels
@@youtubecarspottersguide1 No V8 in Australia only V6.
This could certainly do with an amended version, engine swap and so due diligence and quality control and it would be worth it. Just remember the top spec 300 series is 150k plus.
I'd wait 12months and see what happens, this seems rushed.
Problem is the 300 series is rubbish and overpriced. And you can’t even buy it currently.
Can you do a video for Alfa Romeo tonale?
Has it been released anywhere yet ?
Not in Australia until next year ?
@@StephenFogarty2023 in Europe is here ( I am from Greece )
Hi Paul, could you make some videos about Holden vehicles.I really love to see some of GM’s Australia vehicles. Thanks!
Would love to!
Holden are no longer a thing and for good reason
Me: Sees Jeep in the title😒
At 87 Liters, the fuel tank is too small for a big car with below-par fuel economy. Fill-ups for most sub-urban to work commutes will be 2 or 3 times a week.
All the windows’ “chrome” stripes are uneven from door to door, especially at the boot section. $115,000 AUD before options and on road cost for this kind of low rent finish?
Paul great review, confirms what I thought, though there are a lot of grey nomads your there towing large vans with these vehicles so not why? They are not cheap 🤪
its a Fiat, towtruck and mechanics dream, gives them a lot of work and makes them rich, I was up early last week when I noticed a reversing truck backing up thinking what's going on, it was the neighbours jeep being returned to him on the back of a tow truck
I think 8 sc ,0-100 is good
Which mens that power is ok ; it is just that the peaky v6 needs to be revved out to move which is not how you drive a bus like that.
This car does not need more power but needs a turbo smaller engine to get the torque at lower rev band
2L water bottle: That's the size of typical American coffee 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Great review, pity about the grand cherokee, jeep still palming their dregs off to us in Australia, time for them to pack their bag and leave. For the price tag I would choose a v8 patrol just for the size and reliability
Surprised it got through the test without breaking down....
Called a slug, but goes onto pull off an 8.2 to 100 which is better than most of the times coming out of the new v6 ranger that has just been tested with 600nm ..... a little bit skewed
We need the V8.
I so wanted to replace my 2012 overlander with 240000k with this (best car ever btw). Saw one at a farm show. Was interested until the towing capacity and price were mentioned. This car will be a disaster for Jeep Australia with that towing capacity. I’ve decided to hold onto the overlander until the new Everest platinum lands. Save $30k and keep the ability to tow the horse float. This Jeep is a bad joke with that engine.
i do like your videos, but this unit you got for review its not the best, i think. it starts with the comparison to Hyundai and Toyota Kruger? i see videos comparing with the Range Rover and other high end cars.
Nice suv, but they build it with the steering wheel on the wrong side. You might want to let them know.
How does Jeep still exist
People in America have low expectations / accept poor quality…
Jeep realized a total revenue of US$46.2 billion worldwide, while the total market revenue amounted to US$1.6 trillion in 2020. The largest passenger cars segment, Small SUVs, accounted for 60% of Jeep's revenue in 2020.
That's probably why
@@Dad_of_War We live in a world of idiots is the answer.
@@JeffNuts I've seen multiple Jeep's driving around every day for years, no problems. One guys bad review doesn't suddenly make everyone who owns one an idiot
I went ahead and got palisade 2023 rather than jeep. I liked jeep but cant trust the brand due to issues with jeep cherokee l in usa