Anybody own a 2014+ Jeep GC?
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Anybody own a 2014+ Jeep GC?
Thinking about getting a new or CPO Jeep Grand Cherokee so doing some research. I know the older generation Jeeps have had quite a few issues but I've heard the new model has improved.
Anybody here own one? Any input is appreciated.
Anybody here own one? Any input is appreciated.
#2
Even the newer models have issues like rolling down the hill when in park.
http://blog.caranddriver.com/nhtsa-i...g-when-parked/
There is a reason Jeep is always at the bottom of the list in every reliability survey.
http://blog.caranddriver.com/nhtsa-i...g-when-parked/
There is a reason Jeep is always at the bottom of the list in every reliability survey.
#3
Lexus Fanatic
Several people here in Car Chat have owner-experience with recent JGCs.....but I'll wait and let them chime in on their own experiences.
I will say, though, that based on my own limited experience in a one-day review, the JGC became a totally transformed vehicle a few years ago. Ride, handling, fit/finish, noise level, interior trim, engine power, drivetrain flexibiity/refinement....all, IMO, were up sharply over older models. Reliability, though, seems a mixed bag....some owners reporting few or no problems, others with reliability issues.
I will say, though, that based on my own limited experience in a one-day review, the JGC became a totally transformed vehicle a few years ago. Ride, handling, fit/finish, noise level, interior trim, engine power, drivetrain flexibiity/refinement....all, IMO, were up sharply over older models. Reliability, though, seems a mixed bag....some owners reporting few or no problems, others with reliability issues.
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Lexus Fanatic
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Lexus Test Driver
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#8
I had the 2011, first of the new generation. It was great, as others on this board, I am a Toyota/Lexus enthusiast, I loved the body on frame SUVs. I've had the 03 4Runner with the V8, and have had various Land Cruisers, LX's and GX's within the family.
That said, when it came time to look for a midsize SUV, the Grand Cherokee, especially in Overland trim, just had the 4Runner beat in terms of on road ride and handling, and interior materials and design (this has been enhanced even further with the 2014+ models).
I think it's one of the best all-around vehicles on the market, with a handsome understated exterior design.
May have some issues here and there, but as long as you're close to a good dealer, Chrysler will typically take care of everything (at least in my own experience). Dead pixel in the screen, etc were all quickly and easily addressed. They would even give me a loaner/rental for anything that came up. Toyota dealers don't typically do this from my experience.
People that buy have typically bought the "lifetime" warranty that you can buy online for a little over $1,000 or so. Jeep Garage was a pretty useful forum.
That said, when it came time to look for a midsize SUV, the Grand Cherokee, especially in Overland trim, just had the 4Runner beat in terms of on road ride and handling, and interior materials and design (this has been enhanced even further with the 2014+ models).
I think it's one of the best all-around vehicles on the market, with a handsome understated exterior design.
May have some issues here and there, but as long as you're close to a good dealer, Chrysler will typically take care of everything (at least in my own experience). Dead pixel in the screen, etc were all quickly and easily addressed. They would even give me a loaner/rental for anything that came up. Toyota dealers don't typically do this from my experience.
People that buy have typically bought the "lifetime" warranty that you can buy online for a little over $1,000 or so. Jeep Garage was a pretty useful forum.
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Lexus Fanatic
We had two, a 2011 Laredo X and a 2014 Overland. We traded the 2014 Overland on a Kia Sedona minivan after the birth of our twins just because of space.
The JGC is a VERY nice vehicle. The 2011 had some small, annoying warranty problems that plagued it off and on, but the 2014 was really a joy. One of my favorite vehicles I've had, I miss it. Heads and shoulders nicer than other "luxury" SUVs in the same price space (RX, MDX/RDX, etc). I've got an NX loaner right now, and I have no idea why anybody would buy one of these when they could have a JGC.
4Runner is nowhere near as nice. I'd buy another one without hesitation. Get a late run 2014 or 2015, the early 2014s had some electrical issues. Not as reliable as a Lexus for sure, but worth it.
The JGC is a VERY nice vehicle. The 2011 had some small, annoying warranty problems that plagued it off and on, but the 2014 was really a joy. One of my favorite vehicles I've had, I miss it. Heads and shoulders nicer than other "luxury" SUVs in the same price space (RX, MDX/RDX, etc). I've got an NX loaner right now, and I have no idea why anybody would buy one of these when they could have a JGC.
4Runner is nowhere near as nice. I'd buy another one without hesitation. Get a late run 2014 or 2015, the early 2014s had some electrical issues. Not as reliable as a Lexus for sure, but worth it.
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Or, put it another way, Jeep can probably engineer a reliable GC but it won't be near the same price point. Testing SUVs durability by driving them on stairs is cheap but not effective.
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Lexus Fanatic
Originally Posted by SW15LS;916296.
I've got an NX loaner right now, and I have no idea why anybody would buy one of these when they could have a JGC.
4Runner is nowhere near as nice.
4Runner is nowhere near as nice.
#12
Lexus Fanatic
Anybody own a 2014+ Jeep GC?
My Overland Jeep was more luxurious in many ways than my LS460. Better leather, real leather on the dash and door panels. LCD customizable instrumentation, all the same apps, better tech. It wasn't even the top trim, the Summit has even better leather, an alcantara headliner, better audio...not a luxury brand no, or a luxury dealer experience to be sure, but a very luxurious vehicle. The only people who would say that just looking at the vehicle that an NX or RX Lexus, or even a GX was a more luxurious vehicle than an Overland or Summit JGC are 100% hung up on brand.
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My Overland Jeep was more luxurious in many ways than my LS460. Better leather, real leather on the dash and door panels. LCD customizable instrumentation, all the same apps, better tech. It wasn't even the top trim, the Summit has even better leather, an alcantara headliner, better audio...not a luxury brand no, or a luxury dealer experience to be sure, but a very luxurious vehicle. The only people who would say that just looking at the vehicle that an NX or RX Lexus, or even a GX was a more luxurious vehicle than an Overland or Summit JGC are 100% hung up on brand.
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Lexus Fanatic
Anybody own a 2014+ Jeep GC?
Yep. If I didn't love the LS so much, and prefer a car for my daily driver for business reasons I would have seriously considered a Summit JGC to replace my GS.
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I haven't owned the latest model Jeep GC, but if I was in the market for an SUV in that class it would be my first pick, hands down. Very nice-looking without all the styling gimmicks being added to the other SUVs. The design will age well.