2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $26,355 -$34,570
- Invoice: $24,236 -$31,582
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. See if the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Limited |
| Arrival Date: | 11/01/2004 |
| Engine: | ohv V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door wagon |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 34,045 |
| Price as Tested: | 40,415 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 3287 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 3685 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 398 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 32.989 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 12.06 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Dark Khaki Pearl-Coat Paint, Customer Preferred Pkg. (Electronic Stabilty Control, Heated Front Seats, SmartBeam(Tm)Headlights, U-Connect Hands-Free Communication, P235/65R17 Performance Tires, Power Sunroof), Electronic Infotainment System Group (Overhead Rear Console, Rear-seat Video System), Supplimental Side Airbags (Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags), 5.7-liter V8 Hemi Multi Displacement Engine (Electronic Limited-Slip Rear Axle, Electronic Limited-Slip Front Axle), Qhadra-Drive(R) II, 4WD System, Sirrius Satellite Radio, ParkSense(Tm) Rear Back-up System, Tire-Pressure Warning Display
From the Back Seat
Chuck Giametta
The Grand Cherokee is rather narrowly focussed, with nice driving manners, off-road heroism, and great hemi power offset by poor fuel economy and subpar rear-seat and cargo room. But this was quite well outfitted for around $40,000.
Kirk Bell
At $40,000 lavishly equipped, it's not a bad deal. I'd choose this vehicle over the Durango and TrailBlazer and maybe the Explorer. It's a little smaller than those, making it more driveable in the city. In fact, it would be my pick if I planned to do any off-roading. I'd still prefer a Nissan Murano or Honda Pilot for personal or family duty. One note: We recommend the 4.7 V8 in our Value section. This is a good point over the base on Laredo models. However, choosing the 5.7 over the 4.7 on the Limited is also wise. It costs $1245 more, but you don't just get the engine. You also get cylinder deactivation, AWD with a 2-speed transfer case, antiskid, and front and rear limited slip. That's a wise $1245 to spend.
Rick Cotta
Overall, the Grand Cherokee struck me as a civilized, competent, but slightly pricey midsize SUV that offers the potent Hemi as its greatest asset. Sadly, that engine comes standard with dismal fuel economy, making the true cost even higher.
Tom Appel
This is a very nice SUV. I wish it got more than 11 mpg. Is owning a Hemi worth the waste?
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