Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999-2005 used car review

The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers off-road ability and luxury.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Value

Interior

Overall score , 2.1 out of 5

The good

Excellent off-road, even in standard form
Most models offer plush luxury

The not-so-good

Thirsty, without the performance to back it up
Poor handling on the road
Petrol models are incredibly thirsty

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland

Price

$13,000 to $16,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

4.7-litre eight-cylinder, 198kW/450Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, all-wheel drive

Safety rating

Unrated

Servicing

Twelve months

Spare wheel

Full-size spare

Fuel economy

18-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4605mm

Width

1844mm

Height

1786mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 2950kg (braked)

Turning circle

5.7m (radius)

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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