JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, DISCOVERY, PAJERO, PRADO. The best 4x4 off-road SUVs

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The title of this video is "JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, DISCOVERY, PAJERO, PRADO. The best 4x4 off-road SUVs"
Toyota Prado versus Land Rover Discovery versus Jeep Grand Cherokee versus Mitsubishi Pajero - the giant-killers in the world of 4x4 SUVs. Where have they come from and where are they going?
N America: Jeep Grand Cherokee, versus LR4, Discovery-5, versus Toyota Prado, versus Mitsubishi Shogun/Montero/Shogun.
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[@davidpearson9036]

Sounds like if Attenborough did cars

[@faroukwasswa3588]

The most honest reviewer of all time, I salute you sir!

[@FungedeBagre]

I was undecided between the Prado and the Pajero. Your videos made me choose the Prado in 2017. Thanks for all your great videos.

[@jebu100]

my Pajero 2014 works absolutely fine since almost 5 years never breakdown it's my daily use car with weekend offroad picnics with family, and it never beeps unless I drive over 120kph. This father has trust ln pajero.

[@michaelruggero5293]

joshelajanu That too can be switched off.

[@jamesgeitz6719]

As a former owner of 4 Discoveries I now own a 79 dual cab. I wouldn’t pay the increased price for the Discovery 5 as I saw no value in why I had to pay $20,000 more than the previous model for lesser features? Landrover no doubt lost a heap of customers on the latest model! It’s less practical & way to expensive. Even after being offered a significant discount by Landrover on the purchase price I still stepped back in space & time & bought the Landcruiser 79 dual cab & I love it.😊

[@josem6929]

People do yourslef a favor and watch until the very end. Andrew being Andrew lol.

[@geoff6532]

He drives a 70 series and he's criticising dashes 🤦‍♂️

[@cyclemoto8744]

@@geoff6532 you just don't get it....the 70 doesn't try to be something it isn't whereas these cars are meant to be refined and comfortable

[@geoff6532]

@@cyclemoto8744 don't get me wrong, my daily drive is a 6x6 perentie, I was just being facetious

[@cyclemoto8744]

@@geoff6532 In that case I've taken your comment out of context. Cheers

[@johnp8150]

Jose M ... That’s just Andrew ... ah, yes, and me!! :)

[@funkyfedaykin]

Excellent video. I've been thinking I'd love to hear Andrew review the 4x4 Dual-cabs (Hilux, Ranger, D-max, etc). They seem to be the face of 4x4 overlanding at the moment, at least in Australia.

[@SanoyNimbus]

Yes! Please do that Andrew!

[@willyd-adv]

Having a swag in the bed of a ute and a 2 inch lift isnt overlanding. Overlanding is more about living out of your vehicle which just isnt good with a ute unless you have a demountable camper. Trust me the Aussi "overland" scene sucks compared to the rest of the world.

[@funkyfedaykin]

@@willyd-adv I was thinking of those that are kitted out with off-road gear with custom cabinets on the back and often a rooftop tent + awning. Dual cabs seem to be popular firstly because they are easily customised (as Andrew noted in the video this is a key thing for such vehicles) with plenty of aftermarket options. Next they are intended to be versatile off road and comfortable on road. They're not prohibitively expensive, and they're often able to be used as a regular vehicle when not overlanding.

[@macmurfy2jka]

The designers at jeep were not worried about making the Grand Cherokee customizable because the have the Wrangler for that. A Wrangler can just about be built from the chassis up from aftermarket parts. It’s really incredible actually. There is an entire economy over here in the states that is based on Wrangler modification.

[@loganholmberg2295]

It's still pretty customizable. Sure it's not a rock crawler like a Wrangler can be but I know a lot of people that Mopar out their Cherokees and Renegades cause they are comfortable to drive for long periods of time in the muck with their families and be a primary car at the same time. You would be surprised at the aftermarket options you can get on Cherokees, and even Compasses and Renegades. I'd take any of them over the SUV options Ford or Chevy are offering nowadays. Are they as off road worthy as a Jeep? No. Can you turn them into pretty capable offroaders thanks to the Mopar aftermarket? Yes.

[@jakelunniss1399]

The point is really that it is more difficult than other vehicles in the same category, not that it can't be done or that Jeep weren't worried about it.

[@macmurfy2jka]

Jake Lunniss Trust me, i get that.the family owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2) I was just pointing it out for Andrew. Believe it or not the, Jeep WK2 only has 2 more cubic feet of storage than the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (JKU). And the JKU is like only three inches shorter than the WK2. On paper, at least, the two vehicles are in the same class. Owning a 2008 JKUR, the WK2 is a much better general purpose (read on road/off road) vehicle than the JKU. Thats why I pointed it out. I would much rather be driving a WK2 daily in account of the shorter wheel base alone. I have had lots of trouble going from my previous vehicle to the JKUR for that reason alone. But i have this vehicle because that’s just how things worked out. If Andrew does buy the WK2, i hope he buys an aftermarket bumper that improves its angle of attack. With the current front facia there just isnt great wheel access on account of all the air dams.

[@loganholmberg2295]

@@macmurfy2jka Good point. But then allot of the mods people do is go to a sturdier bumper. I know I would just to put a good winch on it. That's what I really like about the new RAM Power Wagon os that you can get a winch from the factory. I wish they did that on some of the Jeep models. I know they offer a bumper on the JL that can fit a winch but I don't think they offer a winch from the factory do they?

[@cyclemoto8744]

@@macmurfy2jka you need to "read between the lines" when viewing Andrew's videos.

[@jeffsama7601]

I'll go for the Prado all day everday

[@dexterrr9163]

4runner trd pro> Prado all day

[@damilolaakanni]

@@dexterrr9163 they're basically the same mechanically.

[@mikehzz9848]

I bought a Pajero a few months back purely on price. I've had Jeeps and Land Rovers in the past with no bad feeling for either. The Pajero is just an honest performer in my book, it's ok at most things and the engine and drive chain are really well sorted. Mine doesn't beep much, maybe Mitsubishi were listening to you?

[@bilalmurtaza5564]

I liked your comment simply because I'm gonna buy Pajero anyway. Thanks bro

[@rossawood5075]

The Pajero is a highly underrated 4WD , very reliable, but the 3.2 diesel with the Aisan auto, Mitsibishi Superselect transmission is the pick, a mandatory 2 inch lift kit, All terrain tyres and it will go as far as any other of the best. Landrover and Jeep have had appalling reliability and build quality over the years and are not popular at all in remote outback Australia or for that matter most of Africa,

[@fourocker]

I've had my 2009 NT Pajero 3.2 common rail for quite a long time, it has the updated Aisin 5 speed auto, I have found it very very good off road and tow a 2.3 ton caravan with it, now with over 300,000km on it and working it as hard as ever I have a lot of respect for it, it's honest, reliable and very easy to live with every day, it's my fourth 4wd and by far the best, to me it's not too fancy but more on the practical side.

[@allanmaccaul1465]

Pajero all day, had mine 12 years and it's never let me down, it's brilliant 👌👌

[@BlackRootsUNLIMITED]

Very well done video 👏🏿👏🏿 I am Team Mitsubishi Pajero. I've had the 1, two 2's and now the 3. Very good cars the Pajeros, the suspension is incredible 😎 The 4 kinda has the Discovery "feel" of moving away from off road to luxury. Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿🖤🤍

[@Ridingwithmaximus]

I agree with everything you said Andrew great review, however being a pajero owner i do have one hack for all the kids playing at home, if you buy a pajero with a rear differential lock, it turns off the Traction Control making the beeping nul and void. with a few modifications like my gen 4 bash plates, lift, bar with winch and 33 inch muddies, it is very capable. and with it approaching 270k km it has only had a new alternator due to my mud fetish ;)

[@jerrymyahzcat]

Can’t use the locker all the time and shouldn’t need to use it often anyway.

[@Ridingwithmaximus]

@@jerrymyahzcat the locker is only needed when the beeping is an issue. The beeping is the traction control over heating. In regular 4wding you won’t get the beeping. It’s long extended periods of really low traction.

[@wildcraftone]

I just bought my 2011 GX460 (Prado 150 for those of you outside the states) on Friday :D The previous owner crawled malls, with me she gets a new life of exploring and adventuring off the beaten path! I'm wildly excited.

[@youtubeperson1856]

I guess I’ll keep my disco 2a td5 then. Great vid 🤙 ending 😂😂😂

[@a_brit_in_tx9603]

Good video but would have been interesting to also have a discussion about the evolution of reliability (or lack thereof) across the models and years

[@clappedclipco]

yeah mate think that would just go to prado. cant beat a good ole toyote. from one brexan to another we know that rover aint winnin' in reliability, it didnt in the 90s and its even more complicated now. jeep is a chrysler brand with typical midrange american reliability, although a supercharged 6+ liter v8 engine could wear a bit on the drivetrain. mitsubishi is a bit of a mystery but should be okay. i have myself a 2007 lexus gx470 (a prado with a bit of luxury inside) and its fantastically reliable. the 4.7 liter v8 puts out more power than i know what to do with and center locking diff, traction control, and fantastic low range makes the limestone around here seem a bit less jagged.

[@weedmastersr]

They've all become a lot more complicated and impossible to fix. They could be just as durable as the older ones (doubtful), but the difficulty and cost of maintenance and orders of magnitude higher. Toyota is the only one still doing well in this category.

[@YourPalSal714]

@@clappedclipco for all terrain vehicle land rover discovery is the best and reliable too

[@cjeam9199]

the great Salvador Land Rovers have always been terrible for reliability, especially the more modern ones. They’re notorious for it.

[@sseibonnevilleman]

The Jeep traction control system is second to none. I wheel with several JK and JL Wranglers, non-Rubicon models and the continually blow my mind how well it works.

[@omersari5041]

looks like you havent really tried quadro drive 2 on grand cherokee's i also tried non-rubicon jl and jks but qd2's real front,rear and central real lockers are amazing on gc especially between 2005 and 10 they are extra good on real solid axel

[@george1187]

Classic Andrew St Pierre! What a pleasure is to listen to this man! He reminds me of the man who taught me my trade!

[@mikewasowski1411]

Never seen a review like this. Was amazing. The format and narration was brilliant. Thanks Andrew. Amazing work as always.

[@donpardo1]

I really appreciate your honesty, dry humor and foremost your passion which always shines through your presentations; over many decades. I love it !!Never change mate!!

[@lubomirgrznarik430]

This was the best and honest review I ever saw about off roader. Thank you very much.

[@robcarlile8081]

Agreed!! I’ve had 3 Lr and own Lr4 atm and the best feature is the tailgate! Or and everything else ;)

[@davidwoods9590]

I’d have a prado over a 79 land cruiser that hasn’t changed in 40 years but that’s just me

[@pauls4708]

only one thig about the old Pajero.You can get into a brand new Pajero(NOT pajero sport) for nearly $20 k less than a prado here in NZ .enough for few low level mods to still be cheaper

[@philipjooste9075]

Andrew, maybe an idea to follow this up with a second tier comparison - Fortuner, Everest, MUX (and whatever Holden calls it), and Pajero Sport.

[@user-tv8sm6so9y]

The early 2000's Pajero Sport is way better than any of these, I have owned all 4 of the vehicles mentioned here in the Video and My Pajero Sport leaves them all for dead.

[@reichlha1968]

Great video! Perfect summary of the most interesting 4x4s of the last 30-50 years. Fully agree with the summary and love the 5 seater test.

[@connorm1600]

I really enjoyed this format of video. Keep up the good work Andrew

[@Sparrowfart2]

HI Andrew, I did enjoy it it is a great review. Thanks mate.

[@phillipdougan329]

This Guy is way underrated, his videos are as good as any off-road camera crew and He is on His Own. Independence .

[@cd7059]

Great review have just purchased a 1997 Prado VX in great condition all the bells and whistles awesome car going this weekend really hard finding reviews on Prado especially the older ones really great video and content allround have a great day

[@mariusdp75]

Great video. Thanks again for an excellent review and comparison between what most of us consider the top 4...

[@OverlandTT]

11:27 was the 3rd generation Grand Cherokee, none the less an excellent video Andrew 👍

[@alexfladung]

Thanks. I really enjoyed that. Especially the different angle at the end.

[@louisferdinand5776]

Andrew i 100% agree on everything you said. however I drive the new Toyota Prado everyday for work in N.T outback Australia and i actually dont mind the interior. (a bit bland compared to the others but practical. Which is what think Toyota was going for in its offroad use.) I absolutely agree that the interior of the Discovery looks better, but lets be honest id never take that vehicle off road (especially with those low profile wheels.) furthermore trying to maintain that interior with the soft leather dash etc would be a nightmare. The Jeep Cheroke, in terms of power performance and price range with all of its fruits it ticks all the boxes but and this is a big but.....their notorious name for unreliability. and again agree i think the mitsubishi Pajero is abit outdated. Love this Video, keep up the great work, enjoy your trip in NZ

[@aussiedrifter]

If I had to choose I would take the Jeep Cherokee as I owned a XJ & off road it was a virtual mule in going places + they have the magnificent Hemi engine.

[@rockymountboy]

No they don't. Grand Cherokees are available with the Hemi. The Cherokees are not, and never were regardless of model.

[@mwesigwadanielmusula2885]

You always honest and giving the best advice

[@kentmooney54]

I really enjoy your videos buddy! -North Carolina

[@rexringschott]

Love the conclusion. Great vid.

[@aussiescraphunter7808]

first time viewing this channel, a 3 year old video, you just got yourself another sub, probably the most open and honest 4wd video I've seen

[@nathanvernon8320]

Fantastic video Andrew! In a couple of places you had me laughing out loud and as I’m watching it in a cafe with head phones, I was getting a few funny looks😁 thank you for sharing your treasure chest of knowledge once again!

[@pradolover]

I have a 2000 Prado 90, love it even at 378,000km

[@martinhogan5970]

LOVED the ending of this review 🤣🤣🤣.

[@onmissionmtb9722]

Great video! Love to hear you do a review on the LC VX 80, 100, & 200!

[@aukanmeister]

Wingefest 😀 love it! Thanks for the insight!

[@marcap599]

Excellent video! Really no lies, pure truth!

[@johnnyst.4372]

I love this guy how he explain anything ❤

[@Shakes23100]

Simple and honest review as always.

[@anthonybostock4854]

If there is one person in this world that you can believe when it comes to the honesty when reviewing, comparing and test driving 4x4 vehicles, its Andrew and that's quite simply why the vehicle manufacturers are shit scared of him giving the truthful opinion on their product. Andrew tell it exactly as he sees it with absolutely no bullshit. I can't wait until he is able to get the driving wheel of the new LR Defender, that is going to be a real eye opener. Thanks once again Andrew for bringing us these reviews.

[@ndafarachaitezvi1139]

A very passionate analysis of the vehicles.You set the benchmark of overlanding

[@zroverz]

your review on these car brands is helpful. thanks

[@EdsonLopes]

A shout from Milan IT! Love your videos!

[@johnp8150]

Andrew , this is a great video. Thanks for taking all the time to create your great content!! ... @end ... and me!!

[@DonegalOverlanding]

Fantastic episode, this is the kind of video I love. It also makes me super happy that Ive decided to turn my Discovery 1 into a 130 Overlander!

[@gooieboerseun]

Seriously ....? You're joking right?

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Superb video. Always enjoy your input and experience.

[@scumpert]

OK, will watch to the end.

[@jihadjoe]

Didn't realize how good the Jeep's off-road systems were! Looks like I might have to make room for one in the future.

[@jakelunniss1399]

This was fantastic! I can't wait to see what you make of the new defender...

[@raedessam]

best 4x4 review ever. thx for your time and effort

[@hughdeeming772]

As Basil Brush would say after delivering a perfect coup de grace one-liner..."Boom Boom!!"

[@PleiadesOfBirdham]

Very enjoyable vid thanks and much wisdom contained therein.

[@emu4wdadventures631]

One of the enjoyable videos Andrew. Steve

[@austinokomol]

From Kenya. I watched the entire video. Very good sentiments

[@vtsits]

Hi Andrew! The way you do comparisons is adorable! You are very objective and this helps a lot of people forming a clear thought. I d love to see a Ute comparison as well Continue entertaining us all!!

[@gregreed402]

Your the man well analysed and excellent conclusion, I’m with you on Toyota Pravda

[@jihadjoe]

Tests four vehicles, none of them wins! Bravo and kudos to your honesty and integrity.

[@phk86]

Andrew, I really enjoyed this video and I really appreciate how the entire history of the models are included with your own experience and video material from that time. It must be a very small group of people out there who have the experience and material to do this, kudos!

[@MartinBettler]

Great =)) * yes folks look til the end

[@jacomalan7555]

Andrew's reviews are awesome. The TFL and other KZbin Warriors can learn a few things from him

[@gerhardstrydom5249]

Good honest review Andrew! Would have like to see the price comparison of each at the time of testing too...

[@TimAbner]

Impressive work, I enjoyed every bit. With Love from Kenya.

[@christ.7137]

again an entertaining and honest review - and yes Andrew being Andrew makes it even more worth watching it .... on a side note: I have LC 100 (2001) as a daily driver and as old fashioned it looks like - I love it ... and it is most probably more inspiring than the Prado's Dash today ... and ... it has the drop down tailgate :-)) which is indeed faboulous

[@robh3895]

Best car report ever, everything you need to know, nothing you don't, terific work, Everest 2l,10speed would of been good to hear about.

[@Emeraldpilgrim242]

Excellent video and perfect ending! 👌💪👍

[@TheThevampyre66]

Excellent video as always. Best regards from México.

[@Digger43]

It's really great to watch a video that is completely unbiased. I drive a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel and I love it !. It's powerful, comfortable, economical and reliable and I dare say if I was to buy another 4x4 wagon tomorrow it'd be another Jeep. However after watching this video I'd consider any of the other three. Well done Andrew !!!.

[@christiankruse5193]

Great review!

[@bryanwebale5773]

Best review i have ever seen good work sir

[@reececulver3606]

I appreciate the honesty in your reviews! I don't understand the hate you got from Mitsi fans, i own an '09 Pajero and i completely agree with your assessments. But for my budget and usage, it was the only pick for me.

[@kopicblaz]

Thank you. Very professional.

[@MrListentothebass]

I think I’ve only just appreciated how well made these videos are

[@benwiles7433]

If you watch Andrew's other channel on film making you see all the concepts explained in his usual clear authoritative style.

[@hamiltmb]

Great Video!

[@EzraWhiteside]

I love the twist at the end!

[@berga312]

Absolutely correct about the middle seat in the Prado, we’ve had a 2012 model since new and everyone that’s sat in that seat has hated it. Would not want to do a long trip in tat seat. Other than that it’s been a fantastic vehicle over the last 6 years(105k) and has only needed regular services.

[@styleandgarmentsagazzetofa8237]

I really like your analysis

[@CaBal2507]

Excelente vídeo!.

[@geenev5543]

Hi Andrew Great analysis regarding those vehicles. I own a Prado 150 (2015) and like you I too feel the interior's a little boring, it's true Toyota has had this model for ten years, one would think that would be plenty time for to make some meaningful refresh to that very bland interior. When I was in the market for a go-anywhere SUV I watched and red many many reviews and with a conviction even without a test drive, I already knew I wanted a Prado Landcruiser. Now from my experience of owning the Prado 150 (4yrs now) I believe the fundamentals of the Prado AKA "Landcruiser" is mostly a sound and reliable vehicle. Yes it's true this Toyota is still Mr reliable = Landcruiser" yes, its for this reason I am happy with my vehicle choice, it has not failed me yet 🤞.... 80% on road & 20%off road

[@codypatron5968]

Can i ask you how's the headroom in the Prado? I have been wondering why nobody makes a SUV like a 4-runner but with more headroom, I'm talking around $50k or less. i know Nissan makes sthe Armada....but hat's not really used for off-road and it doess't have that off-road look. And I know Lexus makes the 470 and 570....but they have that luxury look and people don't really use them for off-road.

[@olivergunn1913]

you should review the duster, it does stand out from its competitors, it has a locking centre diff, a very low 1st gear and a very utilitarian design, it is so much more accessible to people who don't have land cruiser type money, there is also a huge modification community all around the world. Would also enjoy seeing the fiat panda cross and the new Suzuki Jimny. Budget overlanding!

[@VitaminD_Power]

great vedio

[@MeMurphy10Feb]

Cant wait for the new defender to be added to the mix - I am getting excited.

[@jamieaustin6403]

Great video Andrew... one mistake though, @2 minutes... the facelifted discovery got the 300Tdi, as it already had the 200

[@ettienneniemann8929]

Andrew, I have followed and enjoyed your work for quite some time. I have however never seen you mention the VW Touareg? Apologies if I have missed it, but do you not rate it at all or is there any reason you have not done a review on it? I am specifically referring to the model with terrain tech ( low range, centre, and rear diff locks)?

[@khaledaziz8867]

Loved the original English sense of humor in the end🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jerrymyahzcat]

Hands down I’d buy the Discovery 5. The rear end is a bit ugly (though you probably get used to it) but the rest is gorgeous. It’s super capable with the best engine and best 4WD system by far. It’s the nicest on-road and nicest off-road and has the best interior. As you say (and this is a huge huge thing) you sit in the cabin and that’s what you see and feel all day - can’t beat the interior (though I’d get cream or white and never dark colours eugh). You don’t drive from the outside. The Jeep is nice inside too but the Land Rover is better - the other two are bland and disgraceful inside. I’ve driven a Discovery 5 for 2 days and it’s hands down the winner. Wish I could own one now but my current Land Rover is a work of art and suits me just fine for now.

[@mrk9621]

I enjoyed that. I know you cant get them in the UK, (the new Y62) but I'd love to get your overview on the Nissan Patrol. Same as in the video, past to present. It's the one vehicle you never seem to have anything to do with. Thanks.

[@timwynn6079]

We have a 2006 Prado 2.7L V6, & we drive it on road 99% of the time. It has a significant body roll when driving fast.

[@DiscoMan]

Andrew great video as always . Also noticed in the description that you referred to the US spec Discovery as the LR5. They stopped that naming scheme, it’s just Discovery again. And I think you need to drive a Discovery 2 again. Mine has a CDL and traction control, so it’s really good off road. Even better than my D1.

[@hectorxie6400]

I saw the passionate in you. What an incredible review!!! Solute!!!

[@PaulMcCabe]

Great review, I would love to see a review on the Prado 90 vs Prado 120. I have just bought a 2002 Prado 95 D4D auto. I did look at a 120 & also Grand Cherokee 05 but didn’t because of reliability concerns.

[@Tony-qx5mt]

Ha ha I enjoyed watching this vid! Nice work.

[@georgimilkov3217]

"This is a DEAD seat! This seat is no more!" :-D

[@ClearwaterBeachBum]

Pining for the fjords😎

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

@@ClearwaterBeachBum what is your quest?

[@pdanielf1105]

Another great video! Would you recommend any of this vehicles for long term overlanding in Africa? Prado maybe?