Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD Off-Road Test

Stock WH Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD Off-Road Test
Starting off easier and progressing slowly to harder obstacles and testing the V6 turbo-diesel Jeep and its Quadra-drive 2 system capabilities.

[@BLZArmwrestling]

Just bought a 08 diesel limited with QD2 in mint condition. Thanks for the video you answered a lot of my question

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Glad 😊 Enjoy the CRD. Hope it takes you on many unforgettable adventures.

[@FlowerPenguin221]

After I watch this video I bought my jeep 2007 crd and drive thru Europe on October very nice car I love it

[@art-is-lazy4509]

Had one of these for 17yrs now, its got 300k on it and its my daily, its towed my 2.7 tonne caravan around Australia and two separate trips to each of the Kimberley, Gulf and WA and it still shits all over most of the more modern 4wds with their pissy 4 cyl turbos and keeps up with the more modern V6 diesels. Quadra drive two is amazing tech. I also have a high dollar fully built troopy with close to 200K sunk into it and a twin turbo sporty but the jeep is the vehicle I prefer to daily. It costs nothing to run and while I use my troopy for Outback touring and the really rough stuff and my sporty for track days and business trips, my jeep is my go to daily.

[@traditionallyuntraditional2032]

I’ve gone some crazy places in the Rocky Mountains in my stock WK only thing I have on it is Yokohama geolander M2

[@ryanskenard]

I also have a CRD limited. Love it.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

They're awesome. So economical with a lot of grunt.

[@dfcvda]

getting mine this week an 04 reg

[@Billiamiscool]

I just took mine on a little road trip, only about 150-200kms, and I managed to get the average fuel economy to below 10l/100km, amazing!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Cool 😎 They are very economical.

[@paulsheehan2998]

Had mine less than a week and already love it, it looks smart enough to go to work in through the week but is capable enough for the weekend. I live in the UK, I envy you for your outback, I'd love to have that expanse to be able to play in.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Hope you have many memorable journeys with it 😎

[@TheDanielxtr]

Just found your video, quadra drive 2 is amazing. Ive got the brother jeep Commander which shares same chasis and mechanics. Beautifull ride everywhere you go. Cheap to run and maintain, spare parts are not expensive if you buy from the US. I will have a look at your channel I hope u have more videos of your Cherokee.

[@happychappy8326]

I have an 08 Jeep GD CRD. Never had a single problem over the 4 years I've owned it, that wasn't expected wear and tear. I'm thinking of upgrading the vehicle, but really struggling to find something better. I love my GC WH and enjoy driving it. Always feels nice. Have considered the newer WK2, but feel like its a gamble with those, because of engine issues. Many of the WK2 I hear run lke a dream for ever, while others detonate prematurely. For the money and even above, you can't find a 4WD SUV come close to the features and specs. That goes for the newer (WK/WK2)Jeep GC's too. But they do have some reliability issues with the engines. Seriously, compare. Pajeros, Prados and Landcruisers of that era did not come with reverse cameras, rain sensing wind screen wipers etc. Engines in the above are very under powered and still use more fuel than the GC. Towing capacity is not even close. Also considered the Landrover Discovery, but have heard bad things about expenses to maintain them and reliability.

[@formerice]

99% of GC owners never know how capable they are. BTW, imho the new Ecodiesels and ZF 8 speeds are a big upgrade. I have a Ram Ecodiesel, also awesome.

[@vooselagina9523]

Awesome video. I have an 09 WK Overland With all the bells and whistles it came with for that year. I love watching how you take it stock through its paces. Just a right out the box, how will it do review. Mine has the Hemi and with QDII it really does feel unstoppable. I didn't know that the WK2 didn't have the same setup with the front diff. I had been told that mine is the most desired year for the Grand Cherokee as it had reached the best combination of on and off road capabilities and stolen all it could from Mercedes. The new ones seem to get lost in the mix of crossovers because everyone makes a Jeep shape...or is it the other way around? Plus the new ones got rid of two of the best things in the GC, the rear opening lift glass, which has always been something I love. The other is the hand operated parking brake. Nothing better than taking a snow covered corner by giving it a little pull and drifting like you're in a rally car.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks man 👍 Appreciate the time you take to comment. Yeah, it did very good in stock form. You're right with your opinions, feel pretty much the same way about the WK2's.

[@RomanMakarov]

Jeep is a real jeep)

[@dfcvda]

its the same as people calling a vacuum cleaner a Hoover!

[@pilotflyingjaye5.719]

I find myself coming back to your videos everytime, Good job Bro. I just bought my first jeep '05 Grand Cherokee I would appreciate any advice or pointers to any good but affordable websites to start building mine up. Thanks regardless love your videos

[@AussieFourWheelers]

There's not much out there for these models. Jump on some FB groups and you can get a lot of advice on there.

[@beamerboy33]

Please keep us updated with the mods on this car :-) great video

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Will do :)

[@IBOO57]

Great Video and very informative

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Glad you liked it. Thank you for watching and leaving feedback. Much appreciated.

[@frankmertz8366]

Awesome navigating

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching 👍

[@TheHortond]

Nice video. I can see that its old. I am wondering how its held up over the years? Do you still have it? I recently got the hemi version with a rebuilt engine. So my new Jeep just got a new lease on life. It still looks great after 18 years. It must have been stored in a garage. 158,000 miles when I got it. Now it has 160k since I figured out the limp mode problem.

[@OverlandTT]

Great Video - I'd like to see this compared like for like with other stock SUV's

[@yavormartinov1969]

Excellent video!

[@freqeist]

we got an overland 2010 today

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Hope it serves you well 😉

[@dfcvda]

@@AussieFourWheelers thanks and right hand drive like yours

[@user-ev5un7oe5g]

Great video!Thank you.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thank you for watching 👍 Glad you liked it 😊 Thanks for leaving a comment too 😉

[@fazlicalyse]

Cool very informative 👏🏻👏🏻

[@alanchaffey1207]

yes looks good but the grounds hard should do the test in deep mud to give true potencial

[@Stoetzman]

Great video. I'm on the lookout for a Jeep Grand Cherokee for a long time now and this seems to be a good model. I'm a bit concerned about the ground clearance though? Also costs of servicing and parts. Are they moderate here in Australia?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

This is a great model Jeep Grand Cherokee. Servicing, like any other vehicle, is cheap if you do it yourself, putting the best stuff in it. Parts are easy to get from the US dealers for OEM and auto stores for generic parts, quicker to get and cheaper than here. In terms of clearance, you'd need minimum 2" lift and 31" tyres to get anywhere, and by adding rock sliders, you'd reach a lot of places. If you go this way, make sure you get the Quadradrive 2 model. This is the last of the front and rear locking diffs models. Thank you for watching (and commenting).

[@kentbremner7828]

Thomas Anstoetz any problems or common issues to look out for ? I’d like 2” lift and ko2’s. So models with quadratic is the model to go for

[@dave24-7]

Good video. Big help. Thanks.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

You're welcome 😊 Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching 👍

[@dave24-7]

Video so good a went and bought my self an overland lol. Thanks again. Dave.

[@J1I9M7M4Y]

Excellent video!! Im on the hunt for a Grand Cherokee now. I had a 2000 with the 3,1 liter diesel before and i loved that car. The Quadra drive system is in my opinion one of the best (and few) true 4wd systems. Which years of the WK have the QD system (3.0 CRD)? Does some models have air suspension? Best regards, Jimmy.

[@bullet2monkey]

The QD system system was available on all years, but only on the higher trims for the most part! Easiest way to tell is by the plaque on the center console under the shifter, or counting the rear diff bolts. 10 v 12 I think, 12 means QD2. Happy hunting!

[@J1I9M7M4Y]

@@bullet2monkey Thank you for your answer!

[@october001]

Damn, I want one!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

They are nice eh

[@actualyoungfarmer1078]

Should have gotten the Hemi, they are both the same price, get about the same mpg, torque is about the same, but the crd has tons more problems. Mine blew the turbo seals, sucks about a gallon of oil per 500 miles, way too weak for this chassis. Get the hemi if you want a tough machine.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

I got both.

[@LozzaTurbo]

WOW. I have a 99 TJ modded a little and this standard makes the 4wding look easier than the Wrangler. I'm on the fence to go CRD or the 4.7 though. The economy on the CRD is swaying me I guess. Great video really awesome to see one in action.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Why 4.7? Either go CRD or Hemi. No point going 4.7 when the Hemi has heaps more power. CRD's are good economy and faster than the 4.7. But the Hemi rumble is irresistible.

[@asad.217]

i have a 2005 jeep grand cherokee

[@myca4x4]

Wanna see what this thing turns into LOL. Will keep an eye on the videos.

[@crazyt1ger08]

Looking good there Aussie. The WH is a great Jeep, as for the Wranglers, they are good until you need to tow your boat............ :)

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. Yeah, just waiting for Superlift to have the lift kits available for it.

[@abooabdula221]

nice video, congrats... nice offroad..and about the average fuel consumption?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

As stock, about 10L/100km (23.5 mpg). Now with all the upgrades 12.5L/100km (19 mpg).

[@lstruggy]

👍 new sub! Love my jeep! 0️⃣7️⃣ limited 3️⃣⏺7️⃣L has 1️⃣4️⃣9️⃣K so far so good!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks bud 👍

[@DurtyBuhks]

I've got this on lopros and new rims for street now I need drag radials and wheel spacers hah

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Why not just get the 300C wagon 😂

[@sctier]

When I grow up l want to drive it😇😇😇😇

[@thejam7129]

do a 3rd gen 4runner

[@josefmengele4317]

What year is this one? - I am looking at a 2010 limited hemi

[@AussieFourWheelers]

It's a 2005.

[@Alex.AL_26]

Fantastic video, I have the 2010 Grand Cherokee and after seeing this video I would love to take it off road. what kind of tires did it have?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Not sure on the tires, probably some highway or AT type. They were upgraded to Atturo's which were not that good. Now it's running Nitto's 👌

[@roystevo6513]

for 100% stock it went great I'd own one of these , but just afraid of jeeps reputation so with this model with just a 2inch lift what size tyres would fit under it ??

[@AussieFourWheelers]

On 2" lift you can run 31s. 32s would require some hammer work.

[@cameronmachan6801]

Nice video mate. Are the new Grand Cherokees this capable?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks mate. I would say for this trail, yes. This Grand is getting some major upgrades done to it soon, which can't be done on the new ones, and that's where they will part in terms of capability. They are already less capable due to the independent rear and the lack of ELSD to the front straight out of factory.

[@2DogsVlogs]

Aussie Four Wheelers (Hemi4WD) I looked at buying the newer one. On road I liked the idea that it slowed down on cruise by itself, I thought nicer interior. For now I'll stick to my '06, the newer ones seem to be going for the upper Landrover market. i.e. no rough stuff.

[@ben718]

I had on just like that beautiful thing but got stolen last year

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Oh no 😞 That sucks buddy. Sorry to hear.

[@nivlem131303]

Does all crd has quardra drive?

[@80zbaby53]

how are the 99/04 GC diesels? I personally like the body of those but right now I did some homework on these ones and I personally want the 08 atm

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Not sure how the WG/WJ diesels are, but plenty of aftermarket support for upgrades. The WH/WK models are good, but not much aftermarket support.

[@HectorsLOL]

hey man would you know what would be the best lift kit for light prerunning? you seem to know a lot about the WK. =)

[@AussieFourWheelers]

The cheapest or best value for money is a 2" or 2.5" lift with 31s or 32s respectively. Bump stops must be extended and pinch welds done.

[@DurtyBuhks]

these r the last real grands in my opinion the new ones add no speed just weight with the third row and bigger body and ty Beeef the engine up just to get he same numbers I'd buy a Durango srt if I wanted 3 row seating

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Even offroad. They got rid of the front ELSD and still call it QD2 lol

[@medveds1]

Can you please tell me what common faults these diesel WH's have?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Are you thinking of buying one? There's a thread here: www.ausjeepoffroad.com/forum/showthread.php?t=75725

[@wilsongabrielfloresponce4389]

I have a jeep grand Cherokee Laredo 3.7

[@ej10062494]

Is there any way of lifting this with a still stock look maybe a 2 in lift?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yes, but this one's been already lifted 4 inches recently.

[@riverbankfisher]

I'm currently scouring the car auctions for a 2010 Jeep WK with 4WD and the 5.7 V8, because my research shows the 2010 as the most reliable year to date. Anyone having good longevity with a 2010? Any flaws emerged over the years with that manufacture date? I'd appreciate any insights that can be offered about the long-term durability of the 2010 model Jeep WK with the 4WD and 5.7V8 drive train I have in mind to buy soon.

[@timmylee1974]

I took over the payments from my brother on his. Drove it from Cincinnati to St. AUGUSTINE FLORIDAY. STAYED A WEEK. PULLED OUT TWO PEOPLE ON THE BEECH STUCK... DROVE ALL THE WAY HOME. DAILY DRIVER TO AND FROM WORK. DON'T MISS A BEAT. I LOVE IT.

[@riverbankfisher]

@@timmylee1974 This is a fantastic testimony to one rugged vehicle sir, and I thank you kindly for taking a moment to give this endorsement. I'll be rounding up one of these beasts before long for sure.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

They are reliable indeed.

[@69rollarok]

Left hand down and punch it bro, lol. When ya doing one on wranglers.......the real jeeps, hehehe.

[@AussieFourWheelers]

HAHAHAHA LMAO

[@obionemoreslice2479]

Do all models have the lsd front and rear?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

No, only QD2 models.

[@framfull]

Verdict??

[@AussieFourWheelers]

It did great in stock form as seen in this video. This Jeep has grown into a zombie vehicle beast since then.

[@jauwkajjs]

Good car?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Yeah 👌

[@oliverm.7928]

even better than the wj?

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Different setups.

[@joegriffin6699]

I've got wj and WK. Use wj off road .. ausi lokka , budget lift, rock sliders, it's awesome. My WK is mint and I don't wanna scratch it.. but I know it's very capable

[@johnconnor7978]

nothing to see here, i can do that with a small, city car, that road is easy.

[@christiantowns9920]

John Connor I can do it on a bicycle

[@El_Flako_Beltran]

Why not go to a real offroad trail to try 😂😂😂

[@AussieFourWheelers]

This was a completely stock vehicle. There are videos of it doing hard trails after upgrades.

[@2fast4you25]

YAAAAAAAAAAAWN !!!!!!! 😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞

[@cokeboy4208]

Great video!

[@AussieFourWheelers]

Thanks bud 👍 Glad you liked it.