2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review For The American Buyer

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most popular Jeep nameplate in the US market and is loved by SUV enthusiasts because of its unparalleled power, cutting-edge technology, and unbeatable capability. Available in two and three rows, the 2024 Grand Cherokee is arguably a perfect family SUV. The Grand Cherokee competes with the Ford Explorer, Toyota Highlander, Mazda CX-90, Hyundai Santa Fe, Lexus GX, and Land Rover Defender in the US market.

Engine Options

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee comes with two engine options along with the plug-in hybrid engine for 4xe models. Two-row Grand Cherokee models are fitted with the 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine while three-row models come with the 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine.

For a detailed review of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee engines read the Buyer Guide.

Transmission Options

All the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee models are fitted with an eight-speed automatic transmission

Trims

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee is sold in five trim levels;

  1. Laredo
  2. Limited
  3. Trailhawk
  4. Overland
  5. Summit

For a detailed review of these trims and the best to pick while buying this SUV, please refer to the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Buyer’s Guide.

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Interior

The 2024 Grand Cherokee features a spacious interior that can seat up to five people in the two-row models and up to seven people in the three-row Grand Cherokee L trim.

The cabin is well designed as is fitted with plenty of soft-touch surfaces and few hard plastics.

In the first row, the seats are supportive and comfortable even for tall people. The rear seats are also comfortable but the headroom and legroom might be tight for taller passengers.

Interior features in the 2024 Grand Cherokee include; an 8.4-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, USB ports, voice recognition, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, HD Radio, satellite radio, Amazon Alexa, a six-speaker stereo, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Higher trims come with a multi-color ambient LED lighting system which allows you to customize the cabin’s ambience.

Exterior

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee features a rugged exterior design that combines style with functionality. It is equipped with  LED headlamps, taillamps, and available fog lamps which accentuate the Grand Cherokee’s bodywork. The LED fog lamps give the SUV a brash, distinctive appearance that makes it stand out on the road.

The 2024 Grand Cherokee lets you choose from a selection of wheel options, including available 21-inch polished aluminum wheels that’ll leave the ground shaking and have passersby doing double takes.

Standard color options for the 2024 Grand Cherokee include; Bright White, Baltic Gray Metallic, Diamond Black Crystal Pearl, Silver Zynith, Velvet Red Pearl, Midnight Sky, and Rocky Mountain Pearl.

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Cargo Capacity

The 2024 Grand Cherokee has 37.7 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats upright. With the rear seats folded down, the Grand Cherokee has a maximum cargo volume of 70.8 cubic feet.

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety Features:  ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera, Park-Sense Rear Park Assist, Full-Speed Collision Warning with Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection, Blind-Spot Monitoring, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Active Lane Management.

Fuel Tank Capacity

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a fuel tank capacity of 23.0 gallons.

Ground Clearance

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a ground clearance of up to 10.9 inches.

 

Performance

The 2024 Grand Cherokee delivers a capable and composed ride making it an ideal SUV for everyday driving. Under the hood is either a naturally aspirated 3.6-litre V-6 engine which generates 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque while the 5.7L V8 engine cranks out up to 357 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque.

There is also a plug-in-hybrid 4xe powertrain, which consists of a turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-four and an electric motor delivering a combined output of 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque.

The 2024 Cherokee’s steering wheel is a bit heavier while the brakes give you confident and easy stopping power.

Fuel Economy

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a combined fuel economy rating of 22 mpg. The plug-in-hybrid 4xe model delivers better fuel economy and is rated for 23 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. The 14 kWh battery pack and a 134-hp electric motor allow the Grand Cherokee to cruise for up to 26 miles per charge.

Reliability

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is regarded to have average reliability. According to JD Power, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a 77 out of 100 reliability and quality. For a detailed reliability report read the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Buyer’s Guide.

Maintenance Schedule

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee should get its first maintenance check at the 8000-mile mark or after six months depending on driving habits. At this interval, the engine oil and engine oil filter should be changed. The tires should be rotated.

The second maintenance check should be done after 16000 miles. At this interval, the engine oil, oil filter, and air conditioning filter should be changed and the tires rotated. The engine air cleaner, exhaust system, brake lining, and front suspension should be inspected.

For a detailed insight on your vehicle’s maintenance schedule refer to the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner’s Manual.

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee  Problems

Transmission problems

  • Rough shifting
  • Transmission failure

The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine problems

  • Misfires
  • Excessive oil consumption
  • Rocker arm failure

 The 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine problems

Engine stalling

  • Engine Tick
  • Multi-displacement system (MDS) malfunction

Electrical problems

  • Powerbox issues

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