Jeep Grand Cherokee Overlander Concept: An Off-Road Mobile Home

( www.TFLcar.com ) The JJeep Grand Cherokee Overlander Concept is a Jeep a Jeep designed to go around the word in comfort. Diesel Engine, big wheels and tent on the roof, this is a custom designed traveling home as Nathan found out when he drove it at the 2015 Easter Jeep Safari.
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[@theycallmejim9643]

This Jeep was the reason I bought my WK2! Two years, big lift, 33" tires, RTT, winch, and a few other goodies later and it looks pretty similar!

[@Avenger2108]

That color is pretty badass. They need to get that out into production immediately

[@xMuShAdDx]

285/65/18 BFG KO2 tires on that GC. I have the same tires on mine. They are just shy of 33"

[@goatmonkey2112]

Get that rooftop tent, the panoramic sunroof and fold down the back seats. Just poke a hole through the bottom of the tent and it would be like a 2 story camper.

[@jacobyrex6035]

Pro tip: you can watch series at instaflixxer. Been using them for watching loads of movies these days.

[@maximoaugustus1768]

@Jacoby Rex Definitely, I have been watching on instaflixxer for years myself =)

[@JULEPPS]

That is one sexy beast. Excellent review, as always!

[@gookskywalker]

JULEPPS I do agree.I think all the glit and glimmer on the new GC's with all those bells and whistles are what I call "city truck" like those Ford Platinum Trucks.I like function without all the "bells and whistles" really shows how well a driver does.Anyone can drive a vehicle with assisted this and that,traction control and all that.But that's just me.One thing I can say is Jeep really did a great job on that body.This is the sexiest Jeep ever built.

[@standingtall6958]

He said something " they put bigger tires on it i am not sure what size it is" haha gosh i think he just love to hear himself talking...

[@oldman1660]

I like the yellow lights

[@keirajadace]

Nice looking vehicles, but what steered me away is Consumer Reports Predicted Reliability studies. Jeep fell 4 spots from 2014 down to second last, placing 27th out of 28. I want a vehicle I know will be reliable and with a proven track record. This is why I went with the 2014 Toyota 4Runner!

[@theinternets7516]

Once again, Jeep makes another BA jeep that would sell like crazy and it will never see a dealers lot. It's such a shame.

[@smfaranify]

Hi can someone pls tell me how they manage to permanently increase the ride height by over an inch on a air suspension car??? I've got a 2014 overland and was told I will never be able to put 33" tyres cuz the ride height always cone down to standard height..

[@lucianbogdan3777]

The ride become smother after you change to a lower rime size?

[@ZeroGorDIE]

i dont care about the offroading, it just looks great

[@kulminaator]

Europe also has the diesel version of the renegade :) no idea about states.

[@Bailey_54R]

The renegade is too ugly and small for the states :p

[@iechiefcherokee3807]

What OEM fender flares did they use ? They are wider and higher clearance and they are extremely rare to find

[@iechiefcherokee3807]

I’ve been doing a lot of research looking for those flares and I believe they were a concept maid by chief product and they no longer make them

[@anotherstar8125]

What's "the right package" for the Cherokee to be a very capable off-roading vehicle?

[@Bimmerphile1]

It is called the "Wrangler" package! I kid I kid. If you want the best off-road package for the Cherokee or Grand Cherokee, you need the "Trailhawk" edition.

[@pennysimpson2847]

I'm a new owner of 2004 grand Cherokee v-8 4wd & starter went out asking info on simplest way to remove & replace starter

[@nivin_titus361]

I had a jeep grand Cherokee 2014 I thought of going 4x4 but never got a chance to go because I sold it and got a Cadillac cts bad luck for me.

[@ericspeltier]

like you were out at Monitor and Merrimac.

[@T-Ranch-Au]

This guy designs it, and has no clue what the tyre size is but can pansy on about the paint colour?? Jeep needs to get rid of this guy asap!

[@blacksharkswimmer3729]

I rather stay out there all day instead of a shopping mall

[@chrisedward7575]

No sunroof?

[@borisedenburg68]

real

[@The1stMoRice]

Shut up and take my money!

[@UndergroundTrev]

Didn't hear one intelligible statement in the whole video. Jeep needs to fire that designer. And I thought the Wrangler Africa was bad... Air suspension on an overland vehicle? Bad idea. He didn't know what size tires he had, admitted to putting fake winches on Jeeps, ugh! Those branch risers weren't even tight, let alone the location of the attachment points. And don't get me started on the Renegade! I weep for the future of Jeep! Fiat garbage!

[@20DYNAMITE06]

+UndergroundTrev While I'm not a fan of the air suspension, and agreed he should have known the tire size... everything else you've critiqued is the opposite of what was said in the video. The winch is real and works, and the limb risers were loose because the clamshell of the RTT was open. When it closes, they were taut again (the attachment points may have been improved though)Totally agree with you on the Renegade-Though you are INSANE if you don't like that Jeep Africa concept. That's a vehicle I would actually buy (diesel or gas). ;)

[@jtsblocks]

+UndergroundTrev Land Rovers have air suspension and are some of the most capable offroad and overland vehicles

[@PAToph]

+Joey Thomas until it got punctured in the middle of nowhere

[@chaoticdog85]

that jeep Africa would be in my garage if they sold it...

[@severe28]

I'd love a jeep, but man they seem to be quite unreliable..

[@fokker34]

Why I bought an FJ Cruiser for half the price and built it into something better than this 'designer' got paid to fart around with a JGC.

[@GoingOffGrid101]

I would buy this tomorrow if they sold it like that from jeep.

[@nicolec7290]

Me too.

[@elijahbutterfield4869]

I'd buy it if they put a bed on it. and made it into a commanche.

[@U.S.SlaveOfficial]

+Eli Butterfield I'd buy it if if if if if if if

[@alex2500ify]

is it going to production. I definitly need that SUV.

[@adamszuszkiewicz1709]

Possibly if enough people are interested, but most of what was on the Jeep you could order from mopar I believe

[@alex2500ify]

really, that´s great.

[@xMuShAdDx]

Adam Szuszkiewicz There is no aftermarket lift kit available for the air suspension, that specific winch setup is not available, neither are the oversized fog lights. Hopefully, they will be some day, but as it sits, I don't see any mopar parts on the thing.

[@adamszuszkiewicz1709]

So the spokesperson in the video was just talking out his ass? I'll admit I'm not that big into jeeps anymore so I don't even know what's available or not

[@xMuShAdDx]

Apparently so, haha....or he's speaking to the future? I have a GC ecodiesel, I'd be all over some of these products if they were actually put into production.

[@johnopina3384]

Soooo they didn’t explain anything they have except mopar parts lol. Wonder what winch Mount they used and shocks. Bilstein maybe?

[@johnopina3384]

Soooo they didn’t explain anything they have except mopar parts lol. Wonder what winch Mount they used and shocks. Bilstein maybe?

[@johnopina3384]

Soooo they didn’t explain anything they have except mopar parts lol. Wonder what winch Mount they used and shocks. Bilstein maybe?

[@DENMONKEY]

not much in the way of specs in the review :( pity about that winch. how many would want a winch without front bar protection ? assuming fitting bar work would mean pulling the current winch out.

[@koopspook]

offroad and luxury should be COMPLETELY different trims.. no idea why manufacturers always combine the two..

[@saisandoval]

Guys I know it's been a year. But give us a bit more on the review. We want to know more on this great off-roader!!

[@ryanb82]

I honestly hate the way Jeep thinks it's cute to make all these concepts without even putting them into production. I know they need to test the prototypes but think of how much money they waste making all these vehicles, as well as tease the jeep fan base with amazing and practical vehicles, only to lock them back up in a garage somewhere never to be driven again. pathetic.

[@blacksharkswimmer3729]

Ryan B facts

[@Benonbikes]

damn that think looks great!

[@mpf5588]

nothing wrong with jeep but this as an exhibition man if this is what you call 4x4 don't com to Australia cause your gonna shit yourself

[@markriley79]

Did jeep give any input for how they adjusted the air-ride struts to let it runt the 33" tires.

[@ruwithlee1970]

I really like the Beefy look!

[@BKM79915]

Can anyone tell me the suspension they used, and the name of the roof camper? Cheers.

[@elijahbutterfield4869]

I would love to see a Commanche made out of this thing. it's perfect for it. Just stick a bed on it after the second row of seats, and it'll be an amazing competitor against the Colorado, and the Tacoma, and the Frontier. Seriously. why not??

[@NordicNevs]

Ok so I really like the direction Jeep is going. However I wish instead of doing things like this they would make their JGC a little more reliable. We have a 14 ecodiesel grand and to be honest I do not have much confidence in it.

[@Bailey_54R]

Do oil changes every 3k miles and you'll be fine

[@NordicNevs]

Well being a diesel its interval is slightly longer. That being said I am an auto nut and the standard oil change is a little elementary for longevity. I worry about the emission DEF/DPF systems, computer systems as well as well as general things. I totally agree that its important to change your oil, my overall worry is what was stated above. Thanks for the comment Bailey O.

[@xMuShAdDx]

C Nevs Why did you buy a vehicle you don't have confidence in? Hopefully, if you truly feel that way, you at least purchased the extended warranty, if you plan on keeping it that long. Also, the oil change interval is about everything 10k miles, depending on driving style/conditions.

[@NordicNevs]

Well let me put this into perspective. I do NOT trust our jeep ecodiesel to the extent i trust my HD diesel truck. That being said I don't completely distrust it. I bought it with the "first jeep nostalgia" all over it. After that I have started to hear some things about the ecodiesels and have personally had a number of recalls (minor yes but still makes you worry what else is to come). Will I sell it because of it, no of course not but I was a little more hopeful that it would not be this problematic is all.

[@xMuShAdDx]

Well, I hope you're wrong :) I have a ecodiesel too. I'm not as worried about the ecodiesel because it has been in production in europe for several years. I worry more about all the fancy electronics (ACC, sensors, cameras, buttons...anything that moves!) My ACC camera was already replaced under warranty. $1800

[@fatboy19831]

Anyone know who makes that roof tent?

[@carlosaleman1255]

wherw can i buy those FENDER FLARES?? PLEASE HELP .M

[@iechiefcherokee3807]

If you find out who makes them let me know

[@thatmichiganguy]

Not helpful. It didn't do anything special in the rocks. Who cares about the color. We need to see some off-roading work here.. and how come this 50-grand car has no sunroof!

[@jamesgjt]

make me really want a jeep..... a renegade trailhawk will be good!!~~...

[@Dexter_Solid]

The roof rack on those are max 150lbs, did they do anything to reinforce it?

[@Jamieaus]

samus989 The roof is designed to handle the weight of the whole car in case of a roll over. They only say a 150lbs limit to keep the centre of gravity low so it's not unsafe around corners

[@ischemic2115]

Does that mean that sleeping in the tent won't fuck up the racks themselves?

[@dalton9493]

I wish they sold them with more ground clearance and bigger tires.

[@jtnord]

Yep, build them on 35s, couple more inches of suspension, proper gearing and get back to me.

[@deifor]

you guys are badass offroaders, so machos

[@dalton9493]

Found the prius driver

[@ericm3991]

The 285/65 18's on this Jeep are 32.6 inches. They're not that tall but wow they're wide for this little Jeep 11 inches!! Was the air suspension bouncy at all off road? I've found the steel setup offers better body control off road, maybe thats just my opinion.

[@pennysimpson2847]

also wondering about the under carriage & suspension heard they have problems? any info appreciated want to be on top of mechanical issues ahead of time ! My motor is still like brand new 113,000 original owner I bought it from! want to keep it that way I LOVE MY JEEP & 4 XING

[@dbodett]

How about showing it climb. Like Potato Salad hill or something...gees. I would take my low riding convertible over what they drove over. I'll keep my GC for hauling and my Rubicon for climbing

[@brianpatrickcork4513]

Fun to look back and see how this played out despite the JEEP representative being lame. Almost like he memorized things that morning. Also, I do wish they had done more and stuck with the diesel.

[@lookathisstuff]

I think some of you fail to realize this video was from an event for media people to drive a Jeep. The intent of such an event is not to demonstrate the absolute limits of the product. These events are intended to provide a safe 4x4 demonstration for drivers who may have little or no experience with off road driving. Anyone who thinks a Grand Cherokee is not a serious offroader, I ask you this. What other vehicle in its class is better off road, safer, and more luxurious? No other American made SUV is nearly as capable. The only real serious SUV competition it has, that I can think of, are Mercedes and Range Rover.

[@fourbypete]

I love the vehicle, That's the motor and gearbox I want for my 07 JKU diesel! I'm just about to spend $18000 Aus dollars fixing the fuel system in my Wrangler which is only the 2.8ltr diesel that they came with. Mine had a leak in the fuel system and I went through mud and my water in fuel sensor didn't go off. So I blew the fuel filter, High pressure injection pump and the first mechanic damaged the fuel lines from the common rail to the injectors and blew the common rail sensors. It's been off the road for 6 months in total while Jeep Australia ( I won't mention the dealership) try to fix it. Also, I just want to add it spent the first 4 months off road at a so called jeep specialist repairer who couldn't fix it then 2 months at a Jeep dealership who are still trying to get parts and fix it. Again, I love diesels and Jeep make very good vehicles, but the after sales support is so bad around here that I may not buy another Jeep, even if they release the new JK with 3.0ltr diesel.

[@sredson]

That LED light bar definitely shines at least 3 degrees of its beam through the windshield and into the cabin. Wasn’t or isn’t there a way to mount it about 30cm back?

[@BuiltForSpeed]

Gorgeous

[@actingtavis]

Wow I want!!!

[@NXT_Nena]

U said it’s one of the best off road vehicles if u get the right package. What is the right package? Which one?

[@leadnsteel]

Too bad it probably wont ever be made just like the new Colorado ZR2 off road concept

[@didriknilsson358]

Dad what's you're Paypal? im going to buy a game...or a Overlander!

[@paulkeckley2894]

What brand RTT is that?

[@Statimtek]

I wonder what years of use of people climbing on the roof will do to the sheet metal.

[@serenityinsilence]

Statimtek rooftop tents tie into your vehicles framing, similar to how a roof rack would. So there shouldn’t be any damage if installed properly.

[@Bombojombo]

The limb risers! How were the brackets attached under the hood?

[@MsBogdan43]

This car for fun or for those who want to show off. Intresting info video.

[@javon6604]

this i would buy!

[@whatsongisthis5691]

Limb Risers in Moab are 100% the most beneficial mod

[@monarchco]

You can get a far more capable WK2 in aftermarket...

[@terranborn56]

I saw a white version of this in Northern VA. Pretty cool.

[@adam03753]

What are those strings for that he mentioned at 4:32?

[@nathankoroush7918]

Adam C tree limb lifters.

[@jsterflores]

when you gotta take your kids to school after wheeling haha

[@Michaeldergara]

Can anyone explain to me why people put 2 cables from the windshield to the front of the hood and if it actually does anything? Saw a wrangler with it as well, I was so confused.

[@NorthWestOffroadAdventures]

+Michael Dergarabedian They direct tree branches and stuff away from your windshield, it can get cracked if branches hit it hard enough.

[@robertktw]

y can't they sell a jeep like that? >.

[@cotajamesmusic]

What kind of fender flares are those?

[@rigobertomata942]

How do you get a job like this?

[@ischemic2115]

That overland tent thing looks so nice!

[@noahholmes6385]

what kind of light bar is that?

[@garrettbohlke7640]

Diesellllll jeepppppp. Holyyy fuyucjjj

[@iechiefcherokee3807]

Where can I find those fender flares

[@tellmd69]

Why are the headlights yellow??

[@claytonhoskinson2000]

Why were the headlights yellow?

[@nivin_titus361]

This is my favourite off road car ever and even my first one to!!!

[@andrewshevchuk2062]

is that winch for sale?

[@ryuflea]

still waiting on that diesel...

[@Hard_7_Iron]

Beautiful Jeep ...... Love it!

[@yamahschector]

Sell this to me that's all!

[@usagentcyclone]

this thing is awesome

[@iamjedi06]

...@ 4:40 whats that creaking noise?! 0_o

[@Dcc357]

The current generation of Grand Cherokees tend to have issues with creaking control arms. Our Grand Cherokee has some creaking control arms from doing harder turns, or going over bumps, but I stopped most the creaking by just spraying all the control arms with white lithium grease. It still makes a little creaking because I didn't spray enough grease. I may apply more this weekend...

[@fakeappellation7343]

I'm just trying to understand why you guys ''accepted'' to do a 52 week jeep sponsored roadtrip. For your subscribers? I don't think so as you didn't ask them if they would like to see it. To me it's obvious you guys did it for the money, because if money wasn't on your side you wouldn't have done it. I wish it was a bad April's fools.

[@jonathanscherer7482]

I think it's a great idea that both the TFL team and their fans are going to have a lot of fun with. As far as the sponsorship goes, I'd be surprised if that covered more than use of the Jeep and basic travel expenses. If you think there's a lot of money in journalism, then you've clearly never worked in the field. It's something you're born to do and done for the love of telling a story. Sharing information and being part of the community is the reward. Even if that is an online community, it counts. Have a little faith in these guys. They're trying to provide something good to us for free. Complain when you have to pay for it.

[@fakeappellation7343]

Jonathan Scherer You're wrong. If they were sure they wouldn't make as much money as they do now, they would have never done it. I'm predicting that when they're done doing this roadtrip, they're going to regret what they did. If they regret Prague to Pebble they're going to regret this 19351851519 times as much, I swear. Doing a 50 state roadtrip is a lot of fun, sure. But that's not what The Fast Lane Car is about. TFLC is about car reviews. That's it. Not some vacation paid-for-by jeep. Does that make sense?

[@FrancineRA1970]

It's a terrific idea! IDK. Why are you upset? They did something like this with a Tatra last year. They did a cross country run in an old Buick. They did several videos in China, India and all over Europe. I doubt Jeep solicited them with this idea. TFL comes up with lots of fun idea as without stealing from others. Why even comment about it on this video? Why not make your case known on their Monday Jeep video? It's like you have it in for them for some reason.

[@NathanDAdlen]

Fake appellation Sorry you disapprove. This is something I wanted to do. This is something Roman wanted to do. It was our idea. Sure, we get some sponsorship money, but we can get that doing something else. This is a great way to have an adventure, to do something no one else has done and to have someone subsidize it. If you have a better way to fund an adventure; I'm all ears.

[@fakeappellation7343]

nathan adlen That sounds fair enough, at least you're being honest. Have a great trip guys :)

[@stevens15007]

Soooooooo , I WANT ONE!

[@g.b.gareful5569]

I want one!

[@LarryC213]

Why do you like the diesel engine? I'm also curious why the hood was painted black?

[@NovaScotiaNewfie]

Torque, fuel mileage quite possibly.

[@LarryC213]

***** Toyota painted the roof of the FJ Cruiser white to help keep the inside of the cabin cooler. So Jeep is painting the cover of the engine bay, the color black...is this because hotter temperatures are better for the engine? This is why I am asking that question. It seems really asinine to paint that part of the automobile black. Is this just another example of form over function? Which seems to be running amuck these days.

[@LarryC213]

NovaScotiaNewfie Thank you for your reply, but I was specifically asking Nathan. Not long ago, he didn't like that diesel engine. And he preferred speed to higher torque and fuel mileage. I'm just wondering why he isn't being consistent.

[@bumpinjeep]

The hood is matt black because it doesn't reflect the glare of the sun. The diesel works well off road because all of the tq is at a low rpm and makes going over obstacles easier and more controllable.

[@MrKeyboardCommando]

The tent will be very handy while you're waiting for the breakdown truck to come. 🚙

[@pefree1234]

Lmfao rite jeep = soccer Mom vehicles now made by fiat! Long live the hummer born American died American!

[@kevinmedeiros1]

Hey guys , I kindly need a little bit of help !! In the next year or two , I will be buying my first car and I would like it to last atleast 7-8 years .. I narrowed down to these stick shift cars ( I like sporty looking cars ) : 2014 Mazada 3 2.5L , 10-13 Infiniti G37s coupe , 13 Hyundai genesis coupe turbo , 13-14 Mustang V6 , 13 Acura TSX & 13 Golf GTI . I actually favor factors like "Fun to drive" and reliability but still take in consideration fuel economy ( reasonable ) . Can someone help me out or so give me your opinion and even suggest me some stuff? Thank you very much & BTW , Nice video like always :)

[@LlyleHunter]

Kevin Medeiros Of those cars I'd go with the G37.

[@kevinmedeiros1]

Bruce Solomon​ Ok, yeah, thank you ! But other then the list would you recommend me an other car ?

[@LlyleHunter]

Kevin Medeiros Yes in fact considering that many of the cars that you've mentioned are sort of upscale I'd suggest getting a regular fun to drive car with a stick that's fun to drive. Next year there's an all new Honda Civic due to come out and if you buy the EX model new with leather new you can't really go wrong. Not only that but it will be warranted and you can raise it from a pup knowing that no one else has abused it. Break it in gently, maintain it well and it will last you for many years if not a decade and a half. Honda's are great with stick shifts and their engine technology makes them feel allot like motorcycles. An SI would bring the price up allot and that would probably not be a great deal for a first time buyer but an EX is still a fun car to drive. The cost of upkeep would be less than the other cars that you'd mentioned, the reliability is better than almost all the others and only equaled by the TSX and the fuel economy would be the best of them all. All in all a good start in life. Best of luck to you.

[@kevinmedeiros1]

I completely understand and thank you very much for helping me out but honestly I don't like Civics & it almost feels like everyone owes one ! Iv'e heard about the Accord Coupe , Good deal ? & I do really like the TSX model seems so sexy and sporty, also a good deal? And yess, I like myself a little upscaled stuff that I'm also ready to pay ;)

[@LlyleHunter]

Kevin Medeiros Yes a TSX is a very nice car though it's been replaced by the TLX and both that and the ILX are only available with either automatics or in the case of the ILX a dual clutch with paddle shifters if you should decide to go with a new car as opposed to a "previously traveled" model and both only come in four door models. Accord coupes are great also however the manual transmission is available when buying in this current generation on the LX and EX coupes with cloth interiors in the four cylinder cars and only on the EX-L ( Leather Interior) on the six cylinder model. Though the Accord also suffers from the same popularity as the Civic the two door coupe is much less commonplace so you wouldn't be passing yourself as often. Yes the Accord is an excellent deal and has an very high resale value. My brother in-law is driving his Accord for 17 years now and since it hasn't given him a day's trouble he says that if it never does it will be his last car. He becomes very attached to his things. Every few years he buys new burners for his gas grill instead of getting a new one because he likes it so much. Buy the way I saw your picture and congratulations on your graduation. All the best of luck to you in your future and career. If I can think of any other models I'll let you know although I think that the Accord Coupe is probably the best buy of the crop for the long run. If think of any others and have any questions feel free to ask me. All my best to you.

[@crimefamily619]

These MF talk to much! We want to see you driving the jeep! Each fuckin fast forward I attempted you still talking... Holy shit! If the jeep could review its self you'd still be talking forward to the camera before you realized it bounced on you lol

[@carlostrujillo8802]

hey folks where can I buy the LED bar brackets for the roof I have a 2012 grand Cherokee and im looking for a curve led bar i would like to placed on the roof and can't find the right brackets for it . have anyone done this? any advice will be very appreciated

[@Transphoenixbiker]

yes there's this thing called Google.... brand new thing helps you search for any thing.

[@jdensmo4]

did you ever find the mounts you were looking for. I'm also looking

[@oliverhudson2771]

I've Googled and have done tons research nowhere to be found. But I did find them at GG lighting BUT DON'T BUY from them. They will take your money and not send them. They have a very bad reputation of doing that. I've been dealing with it over a month now no money back no product.

[@iamjedi06]

...i love my 04 grand Cherokee body style!! ,if they would make an srt8 with that same type/body style beefed up YES i'd love it ,but i know they wont : ( i see way more jeeps like mine than i do the new ones (fact)

[@youran1312]

Do a high speed manouvre in that think. You will need that top tent, to slider around on. Haha. Crap cars

[@jayjay3016]

When did you go off road?

[@U.S.SlaveOfficial]

junk

[@Mp57navy]

Nothing a stock 80 Land Cruiser Or Nissan Patrol can't do. Try again.

[@christopherboerstra7495]

29 mpg, try again

[@bryanmartinez6600]

+Chris Boerstra can last 500,000 miles...try again

[@christopherboerstra7495]

Who is to say it won't?

[@Jacob-qd4yq]

FCAs reliability ratings? Unless you want to spend a fortune repairing this, it *most likely* won't do 500k