2019 / 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | A Flavor For Everyone

Jeep's Grand Cherokee is unusual in America, not just because of it's off-road ability, but because Jeep has a trim level and engine for every occasion. Want off-road ability? There's a Trailhawk trim for that. Looking for an American Range Rover? Grand Cherokee Summit is the way to go. There's an efficient diesel engine, a base RWD model for folks on a budget, a classic American V8 Limited model and a fire-breathing 707 horsepower V8, if you feel like embarrassing BMW M cars and SUVs at the stoplight races. Although the bones of this Jeep are far from new, Jeep has proved that it's still very relevant in today's CUV obsessed market.
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[@SometimeAgo65]

I don't care what some people say but I bought a 2019 Limited and I love it!! Its roomy, very comfortable, has everything I need. Love it!! Has plenty of power for me, lol

[@ECrespo175]

Looks just like my 2018 Durango GT. First American, so far I love it.

[@TMS5100]

Competition offers 360 camera, hud, cooled seats, lane departure/lane assist, and more. FCA has some of these options available in other vehicles. They need to bring them to the GC.

[@naveenthemachine]

Only the hud and 360 cam are missing in the GC. Everything else like cool seats or lane assist are all there in the GC

[@basem99h]

I think you are like this trackhawk in your performance Alex Really excellent , simplified and deep review

[@kman12868]

I watched many reviews on the GC and ended up purchasing a 2019 Limited X trim with the V6 a month ago. After 1500 miles in, I am not disappointed at all. Ride quality is good and I'm averaging 20 mpg combined. As other commenters have said... your videos are very informative and detailed. Keep up the great work.

[@aa134368]

_CaptN__ I have one with the 5.7. Love it. Best vehicle I’ve owned. Solid ride, perfect size for my family, use it for towing, is actually really fast with the v8.

[@SuperLoomba]

@@aa134368 Whats the gas mileage you get with the 5.7?

[@zoom3d90]

SuperLoomba I was getting 12.8-13mpg combined in NYC. Switched to SRT recently

[@imeprezime1069]

Have you had any problems with jeep?

[@kman12868]

@@imeprezime1069 the only issue with be her in 27000 miles so far is having to replace the AC blower motor. This has been one of the nicest cars I’ve owned.

[@PETERLINNAH]

You do absolutely the best, most detailed and thorough reviews on line Alex.

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

Exactly! Couldn't have said it any better!

[@jdj946]

I just bought a 2018 Grand Cherokee High Altitude in black. I love this Jeep. It has the 3.6 liter. I love this Jeep. For me, this package gives me everything I need. I have 295 horsepower, and every option available. It is black on black! It's beautiful. It has all the options. It is basically a Summit!

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

FCA definitely makes some of the most appealing cars. If only they got their reliability and service satisfaction together I would buy one in a heart beat

[@brianthomas2839]

Don't let Chrysler scare you that much. I have a 2016 Chrysler 200 with 50K and only problem I had was a bad thermostat at like 10K. Not uncommon to have a minor problem early on. I used to sell Chrysler so let me tell you something about certain Chtysler buyers. Chrysler tends to offer huge rebates on their vehicles. I bought my new 200 that stickered at $25,700 for $15,200. I bought it because I liked it, but huge rebates allow people to get into a new car that they otherwise wouldnt be able to finance. What do you think is easier to finance, a Chrysler with $10k off or a Honda with $1,500 off?? This means that people 'fall into' Chryslers much more than other brands. Your average Honda buyer does their research, goes to a few Honda dealerships and finds who will give them the best deal for the model they want. A good percentage of Chrysler buyers only buy a Chrysler because that's all they could finance. Now, which type of buyer do you suppose takes better care of their car? The average person who fell into ther 200 would have been pissed when the thermostat went at 10K and would have thought their car was junk and they would have stopped maintaining the thing. Since more buyers tend to fall into Chryslers than other brands, and those buyers tend to not do regular maintenance, the numbers for Chryslers tend to skew towards unreliability. However, routine maintenance is HUGE when it comes to long term reliability. If you buy a Chrysler and maintain it you should have it for years. Keep in mind as well that EVERYONE has an uncle, neighbor, friend, or ex that owned (fill in the blank car make) that went bad. Don't believe those stories because its likely that the aunt whose Ford Fusion went bad at 75K wouldn't have gone bad if she ever did an oil change on it.

[@brianthomas2839]

The moment your argument relies on consumer reports you automatically lose the argument. That daid, I agree that Chrysler seems to be more unbreliable, but I'm giving you a reason why that is, a larger group of chrysler buyers don't take care of their cars compared with other brands.

[@MrHav1k]

@@brianthomas2839 Why is Consumer Reports bad? Because they give you the truth that FCA vehicles tend to be unrelable shit? They're not the only ones who came to this conclusion. Stop cherry picking sources for data because you're a FCA fanboy. Consumer Reports is much better than your personal anecdotes. Chrysler makes some very good looking vehicles that perform well, but when it comes to safety and reliability, they're among the worst there is among mainstream brands. Those two factors are huge for most buyers as they should be. No point going bankrupt trying to maintain a car that will kill you if you crash into a tiny Honda Civic.

[@brianthomas2839]

@@MrHav1k 1. I agree that Chryslers tend to be less reliable. I'm giving you a reason for that, one that is within your control to mitigate. If you buy a Chrysler and maintain it, it will be averagely reliable. I'm not saying it will be stellar, but it will do ok. And, like I said, I paid $15K for a car that stickered at $25K. If I've got to put a little extra money into it, there's plenty saved on the purchase price to do that. 2. My issue with Consumer Reports is this....It only gives you five categories of reliability, much below, below, average, above average and much above average. Imagine that 4% of 2015 cars have a brake system issue. A car where only 2% of them have an issue is much above average. A car where 6% have an issue may be much worse than average. Now, think of that, a car could be labeled as having an unreliable braking system when you still have a 94% chance of having no problem. Without actual percentages for their reliability their little filled in circles mean NOTHING!

[@xray111xxx]

@@brianthomas2839 Well to build on the FCA experience, My 2014 Cherokee bought brand new stranded me 3 times. My maintenance on the vehicle is better than by the book. A transmission replacement, defective engine harness and program issues with said transmission. It had been pretty poor. Now to be fair, FCA has been great keeping me as a customer by giving me platinum service and 8 oil changes for free. The Cherokee has been trouble free with about 57K miles thus far. It reminds me of what happens when you leave a Grand Cherokee in the dryer too long. This is about a 4/5 scale of a Grand Cherokee. Though the Cherokee has better brakes and fuel economy. Otherwise I really do like the Grand Cherokee way more. I do care about reliability and the customer experience as a whole. Though FCA reliability is suspect, my experience with FCA in general is very good. Would I buy another FCA vehicle. Sure, the new JL Wrangler or Grand Cherokee. Otherwise Toyota or Honda would get my business. Or even Subaru. Had great luck with those 3 brands. My 2010 Ford Mustang was stellar in reliability too. Times are great for vehicles, but you can still get stuck.

[@RichardsWorld]

Adding the new timestamp feature would be very useful for this video.

[@1964rmcc]

I'm a GM guy so I naturally would say I don't like the Jeep But, I have to give it to FCA this Jeep has everything for everyone and like you said it has no real competition you can have any flavor you want and still be able to take it off road if you should need to I test drove one and was very impressed with it and my daughter is now enjoying that vehicle 2015 Limited it was very hard to say no Lol !

[@yeahbabyracing]

I own a 2017 Laredo 4x4...it’s pretty bad ass even at the base level. The trims above it would just make it that much better. The fuel economy on the 3.6 is pretty good. You can hit the EPA numbers pretty easily and exceed them on the freeway if you are not driving way over the speed limit. I would totally buy another. The only thing I didn’t like about mine was the rake in the suspension...I fixed it with a leveling kit and it looks 100% better 😉👍🏻

[@gene978]

Hey Alex, I always look to see what you have playing on the Entertainment screen that reflects the vehicle you are presenting. Nice Easter Eggs. Haha

[@RetirementMogle]

I got a 2018 GC Limited back in August of this year. And I have to say I like it way more than I thought I would.

[@offroad5798]

Without a doubt one of the best if not the best walk arounds I've ever seen. Well done

[@DailyLifeCam]

The only car reviews channel that I would pay money to watch it.. So detailed, so perfect, so professional.. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@scottwilliams6594]

Extremely well done! Your professionalism and quality of this video is stellar. That and I'm a biased Grand Cherokee Owner!

[@philipl1109]

I have a 2017 JGC Limited as my daily driver and love it, I looked at the Fords and GM's and did not like them, the Jeep is a truck, the Cross over I call a hatch back on stilts. The V6 puts out a nice growl. It has better seats then the others and is quiet and smooth on the raod. If anything would happen to it, I'd buy another JGC.

[@dannykelly3617]

I love the grand Cherokee for how beefy they are built underneath. I have family who live way up in the woods of Vermont and they and everyone around them drive jeeps or Toyota trucks. They all say those are the only two cars that can take constant abuse of the washed out roads and mud. I believe them after driving their 07 grand Cherokee with 180k! Has only needed ball joints and shocks.still drives like a dream and it gets the shit beat out of it everyday

[@elmerguevara4019]

The price tag on this Jeep SUV is insane. Why are cars now a days so expensive? just ridiculous. No wonder car dealers aren't doing so great in sales lately.

[@Crosyph]

You might mistaken the trackhawk price (as shown in the video) for the base price

[@jsfbay1]

They *are* insane (all SUVs, not just FCA). All manufacturers make a ton of profit on these vehicles, so, that means you should never expect to pay MSRP. I'm writing this during Coronavirus (May 2020) so I'm guessing *now* is a great time to go buy one!

[@gosman949]

I wish you had reviewed a more "typical" Grand Cherokee than this monster!

[@rob.halpin]

He's done a number of Grand Cherokee reviews over the past few years. You can search for them on his page.

[@gosman949]

@@rob.halpin - not the 2019s

[@ATRichard]

This comment gave me a good chuckle 😂

[@gosman949]

@@ATRichard Glad you thought it funny! There are times for little boys to put away their toys and become men.

[@antoncrowley7342]

@Jay G. I was thinking the same thing throughout the video.

[@AtlasGaming4k]

Got a loaded Overland Diesel in 2014 based on Alex review. Still love the car and drive it! It’s had 0 issues and has climbed trails and done 700 mile runs between stops cross country. Awesome car!

[@soulheal6303]

Nowhere else on KZbin or any info sites you might get the type of info and comparison you'll find in the channel by Alex, he's so informative and precise, he's simply a beast.

[@CDubLDD]

I just bought a 2019 Limited X trim and I absolutely love it

[@MarginWalker]

I just traded my Overland for a Summit (Hemi QD2), I love it. My Brother has the Trackhawk and his wife has the SRT. I feel more confident taking mine in the deep beach sand than theirs. Either way this is my 3rd JGC and wouldn't drive anything else.

[@RTR_RRoomes73]

This is one of the best overall reviews of the entire line of the JGC. I am looking to get one very soon, so this helps with respect to what is out there and what packages are available

[@minwild]

Any review of a Jeep product has to discuss reliability or dependability. As nice as they are on paper they simply don't hold up according to the data. (Not my opinion.) CR reliability ratings for 2014-16 named Grand Cherokee, Renegade, and Cherokee worst in their respective segments. JD Powers Dependability by manufacturer has jeep ranked at the bottom with only Chrysler and Land Rover scoring worse. Just to reference a couple of data points. If Jeeps were reliable/dependable, they would be a great option.

[@maxmarx2]

I prefer the Durango

[@ejs93033]

This is basically a shorter Durango.

[@nyxsyn]

They're essentially the same vehicle since they're on the same platform. The durango does look a lot more beefy though.

[@MatjekaChaole]

I absolutely love Alex's detailed reviews. Very informative.

[@geronimo3752]

100k for a Jeep and you still won't look like a rich guy!

[@HankTheTank23]

I think it's a pretty fancy looking car. Plus, not everyone wants a flashy car.

[@Crosyph]

It's not a luxury car it's a sport one

[@badcatwhite]

Why would anyone want to use regular cruise control when adaptive is available?

[@nyxsyn]

@Evo Dallas adaptive cruise has been on the grand cherokee for years. I want to say even the 2011s had it on high end trims. It's an option you can add. Had it on my 2016 limited and 2017 trailhawk. I don't think they would remove it for 2019.

[@JBM425]

@@nyxsyn My understanding a lot of those safety features such as adaptive cruise are not standard on most (or all?) trim levels, but they are available in packages.

[@IAmYous3f]

Guys someone help me here. I don't know if I should get the BMW x3 or grand cheeroke. I was originally going to get the x3 but should I forget it and get the cheeroke or no?

[@NHseacoast]

Alex I enjoy your reviews. I’m considering the GC most likely in the limited model with a V6. The GC seems to have more character then other SUVS some are just to bland I.e. the Edge IMO.

[@davidbranch6024]

The wife and I are doing research / pre-shopping for a $50-$60K SUV/Crossover to replace our current 2014 JGC Limited. This has been a solid vehicle, and we considered upgrading to an Overland. However, our service experiences were not on the level of the ownership experience of a $50-$60K vehicle. Not even for our $40K vehicle, come to think of it. And that's a shame because Jeeps have a lot to offer their owners. That is the only reason we won't be getting another JGC.

[@ikeo8666]

100k for an american 5 seater? you're out of your mind

[@mitchellrusk]

Show me another new vehicle that can do a 3.2 second 0-60, tow 7,000lbs, and go offroading for under $100k.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

it is as fast as a Ferrari.

[@mattsynth]

I have had an Overland for over 6 years. The 5.7 V8 Hemi is a lot of fun. I have replaced the fuel pump relay, water pump & heater fan so far, not what I call great quality. The water pump wound up being a recall so I was reimbursed.

[@Trendyflute]

The way FCA makes SUVs appeals to me greatly (though I wouldn't touch their long term reliability with a ten foot pole, sorry). They're much more serious and capable vehicles than most of the lifted hatchbacks that most brands call SUVs (IMO, if you're buying one of those cars, just buy a danged car...stop pretending you're driving anything but a car because that's all those are), but they are unibody-based and are more refined than body-on-frame vehicles. I wish our car market had way LESS typical unibody CUVs, way MORE cars and wagons and hatchbacks, way LESS body-on-frame trucks, and way MORE heavy duty unibody vehicles like the Durango and Grand Cherokee for people who actually use the capability of a larger vehicle.

[@tomburley]

A cross over is a car based chassis with an SUV type body. The Jeep chassis is designed for the Jeep - simply as that.

[@xenith5003]

I bought a dodge performance car 2 years ago. Im still looking for a good service experience.. Not sure it exists

[@144vdcs10]

I DEEPLY REGRET buying my 2020 Cherokees. Learn from my MISTAKES. My 1st 2020 Cherokee was a lemon and my 2nd 2020 Cherokee was not built right and neither Jeep or the selling dealer Bob Poynter Columbus will make it right . BUYER BEWARE do NOT BUY a Cherokee or trust a Jeep dealer. Just Empty Every Pocket is a TRUE acronym.

[@shiftintohigh5564]

Looking at a 2020 Gr Cherokee Laredo E. Adding All Weather Trails package. Trail Rated. Poor mans Trailhawk.

[@cheapme1850]

For people looking to buy these used (everyone at this point) as you can tell from the comments, the Limited is the best value and sweet spot for this model. Get a loaded Limited and you’ll get most of the good stuff that comes on the Overland and Summit without the problematic air suspension. Skip the V8 unless you do a lot of towing - the 6 is plenty for everyday, normal use and is a proven, reliable engine.

[@RicardoRoams]

I favor the Trailhawk GC. But I won't buy one for the same reason i won't buy any Jeep. Poor reliability history.

[@tungol00]

I would love a review of the 5.7l version.

[@jsfbay1]

Oh No! A Button blank (12:40) on a $100,000 SUV? I hate when Toyota & Lexus does this on this (on a multitude of their vehicles) and I hate it here. But it's a minor annoyance that I'd learn to adjust to if someone wanted to give me one of these :-) :-)

[@brotha1984]

I just bought my 2018 GC 10 month's ago my only problems i had with it was the water pump and thermostat was failing all luckily my extended warranty took care of it

[@brianknecht3216]

I’ve owned two of them a 1995 and 2003. Their reliability just isn’t there, cheap parts failing. And the service satisfaction is terrible. They only positive thing I can say are the front seats in 2003 are great.

[@NJ-si7if]

Great review as usual. Bought a 2018 Grand Cherokee Altitude about 3 months ago. So far, we love it. It’s really a great package. Gets rid of all the chrome and is nicely equipped for the price.

[@JohnDoe-dt1me]

Good review as usual but that’s a 2018 Grand Cherokee. The 2019 models have a new UConnect screen that’s no longer recessed and a piano black trim that surrounds it.

[@bmlove81]

How does the TrackHawk compare to the new Lamborghini Urus?

[@srtxxx4661]

About 200k cheaper !!!😂😂

[@MrBangijal]

Trackhawk is all about outright power. Urus is power & handling balance

[@mytquick87]

Bennie Mangle Jr. the lambo is $200,000. Twice the Jeep.

[@bmlove81]

@@mytquick87 the Lamborghini Urus starts at $250,000 I think, so the TrackHawk is $150,000 cheaper with over 50 extra horses!!

[@ThatWasherNerd]

3:15 It infuriates me that they don't have amber turn signals here. They have PLENTY OF WHITE space for them, yet they don't do it! UGH!

[@fallguy4209]

LGwasherFan why does it matter?

[@ThatWasherNerd]

@@fallguy4209 Because amber turn signals are much safer. www.iihs.org/iihs/sr/statusreport/article/44/8/3

[@highwaycruiser6486]

JGC SRT 392 is the best overall product from FCA on the market today

[@Nippyfit86]

I just got a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and love it. Love the power and off road capability

[@OverlandTT]

1982 Jeep Cherokee XJ was the first unibody I believe.

[@joecool9739]

Its a crossover with an SUV shell. Same as the Durango, crossover with a boxy body reminicent of a "truck-based SUV".

[@tianqi0324]

Reliability should still be the #1 concern. Why? I owned 2 wranglers and end up trading in both of them....

[@elai3147]

tianqi0324 curious what issues you had with your wranglers, interested in getting a jl

[@weedmastersr]

@@elai3147 Get a manual transmission if possible. Instant reliability boost.

[@elai3147]

@@weedmastersr manual transmission is a given, just want to know if there are any glaring issues to be aware of

[@weedmastersr]

@@elai3147 The engines are generally fine, especially the naturally aspirated ones. No major issues, AFAIK. Usually, the automatic transmissions are the biggest weak point, both because they have poor reliability and because they cost a ton to fix or replace. Otherwise, I think it would be an good vehicle, but you might want to check on an owners forum or facebook group to see what issues they've had before purchasing.

[@tianqi0324]

@@elai3147 Can't speak for JL, beause the two I had were both JKs. The first one (2011 2dr): oil pump failed within 3 or 4 months after purchase. Then there was another major issue but I can't remember. The 2nd one (2013 4dr): issue #1 - clutch was burnt within 10k kms, went to the dealer and they were blaming me (I've alway been driving manual including this one. This was my 5th or 6th manual vehicle. Never "burnt" a clutch). Fine, I paid that $1000+ to replace the clutch. Then the wrangler started making funny noise when I accelerate. The dealer kept the vehicle for 2 weeks but couldn't figure out why. issue #2 - the heated seats woudln't work when it's -15c. They will automatically shut off 10 sec after I turn them on. I had to wait it's warmed up inside of the vehicle, then they will stay on. issue #3 - transmission oil started leaking around 6 months later. I had to go to the dealership again.... Talked to their general manager about all the troubles, he was like "that's what warranty is for". Yea, sure, warranty LOL. BTW, both of my two jks were manual.

[@RalHellcat]

Hi Alex. Great review. I didn’t see the new 2019 flush mount 8.4 UConnect display. Is that TrackHawk a 2018?

[@rkalla]

Was wondering that as well - the flush mount makes a big difference asthetically to my eye.

[@bohan9957]

Wait, how much ??!

[@buildmorefarms1007]

0-60 in 3.18 seconds....Ferrari territory. You were saying..?

[@jollietalvarez8560]

Why pay that price when a TrailHawk Elite tow pkg BADASS

[@karolusmagnus7844]

100k? No use looking at this!

[@swanblake]

Alot to like here. My Dad bought a 2017 SRT GC new and kept it for only 6 months. Said it was his biggest regret as far as purchasing it. So many issues. Build quality was abysmal. He said that is his last American vehicle after that. Felt really bad as I was the one that advised him to get it. FCA crap. My mom atthesame time got the Cherokee and that thing was in the shop all the time. They actually lemon pawed that one thankfully. Lesson learned. Avoid FCA

[@1L3g3nd]

Blake Swan mine is still running great. Two years in. Never been in the shop. Because you got a lemon doesn’t mean all their cars are trash. Every brand has lemons.

[@nyxsyn]

I can agree with you on the build quality. These things come out of the factory with misaligned panels. I've had two grand cherokees and I love them when they're acting right. I suspect I probably won't be getting a 3rd but it has just been difficult to find any competitors at a mid point price range that offer the features I want.

[@bmcgovs2628]

Chrysler at its finest

[@Evan_Adams]

Why is he comparing to a Ford Edge? The Mercedes GLE is much more the comparison point. Is the Jeep a fair trade off discount from that? Is the adaptive cruise 0mph? Traffic Jam Assist?

[@JBM425]

Because the Edge and GC are both two-row American crossovers.

[@AP-lh1bq]

Wish you had given us a more detailed walkthrough of the trims.

[@EricV485]

This car has an ECO button that's hilarious

[@jmcole56]

Thought it would be a review of a regular grand Cherokee. No interest in a 100,000 vehicle.

[@g7lethal]

100k for a jeep?! hotdamn

[@davecampanas3330]

Hey Alex what education do you need to be a car journalist

[@davecampanas3330]

Hey Alex what education do you need to be a car journalist

[@AndrewAviles]

$99,615 ... (closes KZbin)

[@jaimemurray6654]

Ehh... I still call it an SUV because it just is.. 😆

[@gosman949]

I think these reviewers review monsters like this because they want to drive something cool and fast. They would never buy a car like this and certainly "Every man" would not either!

[@causeoflava]

The title of the video is very misleading, its a 2018 trackhawk. You can tell because of the infotainment screen not having flush bezels. Also the Grand cherokee tows 3200 (non towing package) and up to 7200 with the v8 and tow group 4.

[@malifestro7596]

As a consumer that owns a Ford Edge Sport (1.5 years old) that did cross shop it against a GC and a RX to list a few, I think it certainly does compare. If you primary duty is on road, then it certainly does compare. If you are looking for towing or offroad primarily, then the GC would not compare against something like a Ford Edge. So I agree and disagree. As always, keep the good reviews coming. Quite possibly the best detailed videos on YT. =)

[@plantpower3048]

unsafe and unreliable, I better get an Armada!

[@sprague49]

22:37 Jeep offers 12 GC trims. However, in my region at least, dealers don't stock anything other than Laredo's and Limited's. Good luck even finding a 4x4.

[@lanceguilin]

I don't understand why you don't mention the Toyota 4Runner as the directest of all competitors? The Jeep is synonymous with off roading. Your comparisions to Mercedes, Porsches and BMWs make no sense to me whatsoever. I think the only real direct comparison is the 4Runner. I'm deciding myself whether to purchase a Grand Cherokee Trailhawk or a 4Runner TRD Off Road. Difficult choice.

[@jeepguy95]

The Grand Cherokee is still a crossover that can go off road, unlike many of its competitors... Jeep even poked fun at one of them (the Kia Sorento) in one of its latest commercials... plus it's very comfortable, luxurious (real wood trim!), and while more expensive than its competitors, it has a large fuel tank and is very powerful and fuel-efficient. We've owned every generation of Grand Cherokee, and our current 2014 is the best one we've owned yet!!! :)

[@RTR_RRoomes73]

and this is why I love the Cherokee

[@Billy123bobzzz]

The Jeep predates SUV and Crossover, so it cannot be characterized as either one. SUV and Crossover are modern improvements (barely) on the Jeep and so Jeep was left behind. In an attempt catch up to Toyota (who invented the SUV category) Jeep has attempted to remake itself into something it's not, it's not comfortable, it's not flexible, its not sporty and its utility is severely limited. Having learned to drive in a 1948 Willys Jeep, and coming from a family of mechanics who worked on thousands of them (maybe more) we are very familiar with them and can say categorically that they are an anachronism. Even the JL is only now starting to see improvements that should have been implemented decades ago and at the same time it introduces new flaws that set it back, so it all is just a wash. Jeep its still annoying to drive, uncomfortable, unreliable and has lost a lot of its utility when they started trying to push it into the soccer-mom/luxury market. Its consumer value has been doing every year because its cost keeps going up but to really is not any better than it was in the seventies or eighties. The TrackHawk is even more of a conundrum, it's a lousy incarnation of the original Jeep ideal, with a Cadillac price tag and an engine that should have stayed in the Challenger. Who in their right mind would create a $100,000 vehicle thats faster than most Mustangs but you easy can't take it off road because you might get a scratch in it. I don't want my kids riding in such a crazy fast truck on the way to their soccer games because it feels too much like a volatile combination waiting to go off. Don't confuse grip with handling, you can increase grip by simply changing to a stickier (basically) tire. Handling is affected by many factors inclusive suspension design, suspension tuning and including many other characteristics including ride height. Jeeps can be given a lot of grip for asphalt driving, but that grip is hard to control because their handling characteristics are still rather poor.

[@WHERESSS]

towing cap with the v6 is 6200 on 4x4 models, 6400 on 4x2 models. The $5k leather package is NOT available on Overland, but only Summit, SRT and TrackHawk. The leather airbag cover is standard on the TrackHawk and comes only with the $5k leather package in SRT and Summit. Not available on lower models. I don't know where you got the info from on the 5.7 Hemi's 0-60 time. Was this from your testing? It is closer to 6.5 seconds. 5.7 seconds would need some extensive mods and a tune. 6.5s is pretty slow for all that torque. I guess they were going for the smooth low rpm acceleration given the 390lb ft and so chose a really high final drive. You get lower final drives with the v6 and much lower with the SRT. Maybe this, in addition to the less power and torque vs other FCA cars with the same 5.7L Hemi was an attempt to distance the 5.7 and 6.4 in the Grand Cherokee. The TrackHawk in the video is a 2018 model. 2019 have flush mount nav screens with piano black bezels around the ac and center console.

[@whpony96]

The Track Hawk IS NOT "Off-Road Mission" oriented. Jeep took a off road capable Grand Cherokee and tried to make it track capable. Then Jeep slapped a $100,000.00 sticker on it. The depreciation of this Track Hawk will make your head spin!

[@bassistdc]

I've owned 6 Jeeps. All before Daimler Benz and Fiat ownership. The 4 GC's and 1 Liberty were all reliable. The Patriot not so much. I have a Kia Optima for 2 1/2 years and it's been very reliable for 120k miles of Uber driving. I'll soon be retiring and considering a Kia Sorento or Niro EV.

[@GodCountryAndUs]

I'm missing the Trailhawk version with it's capabilities :( ...

[@REAVER781]

I was going to comment on that, he showed it, but didn't cover it.

[@WC3isBetterThanReforged]

I know comparisons are hard for the GC but I think the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and VW Toureg would be direct competitors for the Laredo through Limited trims while the Trailhawk and up competes with the Audi Q5 and Toyota 4Runner. In international markets, the Toyota Prado would also be a good comparison.

[@chewchew74]

knowing that they will only sell a dozen of it, it come at $100k... I don't have extra $50k to spare for fun.

[@strongb05]

Why wouldn’t you compare this to a 4Runner? Unibody and frame on body difference aside, seems to me they are very close competitors and I doubt the average consumer could tell you the difference in chassis’s to begin with.

[@RevMatchTrackDays]

If I understand correctly, Jeep no longer offered the diesel in the grand cherokee after 2018. Is that right?

[@xray111xxx]

The Grand Cherokee is as American as Apple Pie. I love the WK2 platform. I should have bought one of these instead of my Cherokee. But there is no competition because a Jeep is a Jeep. Going off road is their signature. A new Grand Cherokee will soon be at the dealers. Will it be drastically different than this one? Doubt it. FCA sells allot of these. Jeep and Ram are what keep FCA afloat. Their cars are a sales joke, like most out there. Trucks and SUVs are it these days. The 300 will be going away after this model year. The Dart, and the 200 are already gone. Jeep has done a great job making vehicles for just about everyone enamored by the Jeep brand and mystique. FCA has a big responsibility not to ruin this iconic brand. The Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee are the anchor that makes Jeep, Jeep.

[@WHERESSS]

I wouldn't say the American thing about the WK2. German platform, now owned by Italians.

[@ChuddleBuggy]

I would define a crossover based on its intended purpose, that is that it was meant to blend the handling, driving, economy characteristics of a car and the "urban utility" of a real SUV/truck. The Grand Cherokee has always been an offroader first and foremost. w/c just happens to utilize the inherent rigidity and lightness of a monocoque body at the sacrifice of a truck-like strength and capacity. It has also adopted the ride sophistication of a 4-wheel independent suspension following the Range Rover. It still however retains all the mechanical accessories that allow it to do much more than a crossover when going offroad. So in conclusion, a car should have a dual-range 4wd system and sufficient ride height (adjustable or not) to be called an SUV. A crossover on the otherhand is a pretend SUV. P.S. the 96-02 Mercury Mountaineer (V8) is the exception though it cannot in any other way be described as a crossover.

[@OP941nine]

This is an absolute beast!

[@vnp4110]

It was a huge let down for me when I drove this months ago in BC. Pathetic handling... that’s all what I can say. I was a huge fan of its charming looks before I drove this SUV. Now it’s one of those vehicles that I will never consider for even renting.

[@jsharp7103]

I own a 2017 Jeep GC Trailhawk and find your review very interesting and accurate; before buying mine I researched a lot of them, but for the price and the purpose, there is no comparison, if you want power. I will research again, but will probably buy another one in Jan. 2020, maybe go with the Limited though.

[@shane401]

I went with a Durango over grand Cherokee for the 3rd row. Witch I wish Jeep had. But I'm Happy with my Durango

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

I wouldn't recommend the Grand Cherokee to anyone that has children because it received a poor rating for the iihs front overlap passenger test where the door opened and the side curtain airbag did not deploy

[@Crosyph]

Should've reviewed the Limited version, because I seen some on the comments mistaken the trackhawk price for the base price, and in all the trackhawk deserves a separate video from the others

[@DanielTojcic]

GC is on my shopping list, but the crash test ratings and reliability are real concerns. If it had slightly better rear leg room it would be beneficial for small families. Love that it can tow and handle winters/off-road conditions easily

[@BernonCars]

I haven’t seen your Grand Cherokee in forever!

[@sweetfreedomGB]

Great cars, incredibly well equipped, great non yummy mummy image and very underrated across the globe. Just poor breakdown and loan car situation here in the UK that lets them down.

[@efavuzza73]

I always love this GC however I want V8 but gas. Will FCA put mild hybrid in the GC like Ram 1500 pickup e torque

[@Flydevice1]

So the srt chargers and challengers use current bmw m5 transmissions. Different world we are living in.

[@jowowetan]

Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler have the bold look but crappy reliability - perhaps lease only?