Anyone here have a Newer Jeep Grand Cherokee?

lennyf · 03-01-2018, 05:32 PM

The lease on my wifes Audi A6 is up in June and shes wanting to get back into an SUV. I have friends that do the occasional off-road thing so I think this can be a win win for me.
Thinking about the 2018 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk.

turboawd · 03-01-2018, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by lennyf

The lease on my wifes Audi A6 is up in June and shes wanting to get back into an SUV. I have friends that do the occasional off-road thing so I think this can be a win win for me.
Thinking about the 2018 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk.

those are fast and look nice on the exterior. i just could not get over the bland interior.

scostu · 03-01-2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by lennyf

The lease on my wifes Audi A6 is up in June and shes wanting to get back into an SUV. I have friends that do the occasional off-road thing so I think this can be a win win for me.
Thinking about the 2018 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk.

Check jeepgarage.org

CTinline-six · 03-02-2018, 08:36 AM

My father has a 2013 (so not as new) GC Trailhawk with the 5.7L. The vehicle now has 110k miles and has been flawless so far. the Trailhawk is a bit heavier duty since it has all of the offroad accessories such as skid plates, rock rails, tow hooks, etc.

Never_Enough · 03-02-2018, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by turboawd

those are fast and look nice on the exterior. i just could not get over the bland interior.

You might be thinking of the TRACKHawk

CeeTeeX5 · 03-04-2018, 12:51 AM

I had a 2012 JGC Overland until December. I did some off-roading with it. It was also pretty flawless with zero major issues.

bimmer456 · 03-04-2018, 01:58 AM

I rented one recently. I used my miles on my credit card so it was free except for gas. Like the ride height, you are higher than everyone including other SUVs. Can see around/ahead of everyone and your size means less likely you're getting cut off in traffic or anybody really tries to mess with you. I had the V6, power was sufficient but not a trackhawk or SRT8 of course. Has a sport mode and ASS. Unlike BMW, you can have it in sport and still have ASS on but would imagine the performance level is less than with ASS off. It doesn't remember the last ASS setting though and must be deactivated every time you start the car like the pre LCI. My car had GPS, but wasn't that intuitive and it's a touch screen, but after I got used to it, it was fine.

KingOfJericho · 03-05-2018, 08:15 AM

I drive a 2014 GC Overland 5.7 Hemi and I adore it. No major issues and it sounds BEAST with an exhaust (I have Corsa). They're awesome cars. Only have 34k miles on it and hope to keep it for the long run.

peter2772000 · 03-05-2018, 08:41 AM

I recently sold my GC SRT 2014, which I acquired in 2013. No real issues 'till last September, when a roller lifter decided to take a dump. When it was repaired (under the $5k extended warranty, thank god), it was as good as new if not better. I sold it at 60k miles soon after that, just 'cause.

It was a great vehicle. Lots of power, lots of gadgets and accessories and a decent ride to boot, at least in auto mode. In sport mode it was firmer and in track mode I think the shocks simply get locked down LOL

Germanauto · 03-05-2018, 08:32 PM

Having grown up near the Chrysler HQ and knowing a lot of Chrysler "engineers" and crooks in management...

No, I'm not an idiot!

It baffles me why the American public buys so many trash cars.

P1 · 03-05-2018, 11:21 PM

My wife's girlfriend just got a Trackhawk. I think it's a lot of money for a Grand Cherokee.

PabloK · 03-06-2018, 12:03 AM

I picked up a 2017 SRT.

Really enjoy it...

Pros:
-Lots of bang for your buck.
-Comfortable
-Tow 7,900 lbs
-Full Leather interior is nice but runs about $4,400 (replaces all the plastic)
-Mopar extended warranty is legit 8 years/125,000 miles $0 deductible - $2800 Covers pretty much everything
-Nice V8

Cons:
-Dealers suck , service is horrible
-fit and finish leaves much to be desired, BMW is just on a different level.

Never_Enough · 03-06-2018, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by peter2772000

I recently sold my GC SRT 2014, which I acquired in 2013. No real issues 'till last September, when a roller lifter decided to take a dump. When it was repaired (under the $5k extended warranty, thank god), it was as good as new if not better. I sold it at 60k miles soon after that, just 'cause.

It was a great vehicle. Lots of power, lots of gadgets and accessories and a decent ride to boot, at least in auto mode. In sport mode it was firmer and in track mode I think the shocks simply get locked down LOL

Any experience w/the 2012ish with the 5 speed? Curious to know if the A8 is worth the $10k premium in cost to buy over a 2012.

KingOfJericho · 03-07-2018, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Germanauto

Having grown up near the Chrysler HQ and knowing a lot of Chrysler "engineers" and crooks in management...

No, I'm not an idiot!

It baffles me why the American public buys so many trash cars.

Never left me stranded like my BMW did...

CeeTeeX5 · 03-07-2018, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Germanauto

Having grown up near the Chrysler HQ and knowing a lot of Chrysler "engineers" and crooks in management...

No, I'm not an idiot!

It baffles me why the American public buys so many trash cars.

Cool story bro.

swanson · 03-07-2018, 03:52 PM

My brother has a 2015 JGC Overland High Altitude. 72K miles and not a single issue. Drives great and has classic good looks. My younger brother just got a 2018 JGC Trailhawk last week and he loves it. I would love to get an SRT version for myself.

uniqueMR · 03-07-2018, 04:04 PM

Merc G-Class

Germanauto · 03-07-2018, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by CeeTeeX5

Cool story bro.

For that comment I'll have to race you. Look out for a similar ride in Bellevue...Carbon Black

CeeTeeX5 · 03-07-2018, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Germanauto

For that comment I'll have to race you. Look out for a similar ride in Bellevue...Carbon Black

Cheers! Honk wave or cut me off without a blinker so I know it's you

peter2772000 · 03-22-2018, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Never_Enough

Any experience w/the 2012ish with the 5 speed? Curious to know if the A8 is worth the $10k premium in cost to buy over a 2012.

Sorry, only just saw this. According to the forum I was part of, owners of 5 speeds loved the 8 speed. 1/4 mile times were faster as well

eleven11 · 03-22-2018, 05:50 PM

The Jeep is probably a safe bet, if it's going to be your wife's daily driver. However, I'd personally choose a new 4Runner (TRD Pro) based on aesthetics, off-road capabilities, reliability, and value. For creature comforts and power/speed on the road, the Jeep is better. There's also the often forgotten Land Cruiser, which is beast, but starts at $84,000 (USD).

BUFFLARS12 · 03-22-2018, 06:15 PM

I leased a 2015..got my f30...then had a baby. Wish I got another one for my wife. We got a Vw to save costs due the paying the nanny etc...
When my f30 is payed off there is a good chance I will get a Grand Cherokee altitude for myself.
I like the comfort, the user interface that is touch screen and the all weather capabilities.

To me, the altitude package is like the msport of jeep. Has the sporty aesthetics and just the right bit of extra features over the standard Laredo

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bimmer456 Major General 2948 Rep 5,984 Posts Drives: 340i Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Pasadena, CA iTrader: (0)	I rented one recently. I used my miles on my credit card so it was free except for gas. Like the ride height, you are higher than everyone including other SUVs. Can see around/ahead of everyone and your size means less likely you're getting cut off in traffic or anybody really tries to mess with you. I had the V6, power was sufficient but not a trackhawk or SRT8 of course. Has a sport mode and ASS. Unlike BMW, you can have it in sport and still have ASS on but would imagine the performance level is less than with ASS off. It doesn't remember the last ASS setting though and must be deactivated every time you start the car like the pre LCI. My car had GPS, but wasn't that intuitive and it's a touch screen, but after I got used to it, it was fine.
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PabloK Lieutenant Colonel 597 Rep 1,805 Posts Drives: F30 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Orono iTrader: (1)	I picked up a 2017 SRT. Really enjoy it... Pros: -Lots of bang for your buck. -Comfortable -Tow 7,900 lbs -Full Leather interior is nice but runs about $4,400 (replaces all the plastic) -Mopar extended warranty is legit 8 years/125,000 miles $0 deductible - $2800 Covers pretty much everything -Nice V8 Cons: -Dealers suck , service is horrible -fit and finish leaves much to be desired, BMW is just on a different level. __________________ 2014 F30 335i / 2014 F31 328d / 2014 F22 m235i 2019 G05 5.0 / 2012 E70 X5 50i / 2007 X5 3.0is 2011 e93 M3 / 2009 E60 M5 / 2004 E46 M3 2017 Alpina B6 22 Ram Trx / 22 M5 CS
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eleven11 Major 369 Rep 1,425 Posts Drives: -F85 X5M- Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Derby City iTrader: (0)	The Jeep is probably a safe bet, if it's going to be your wife's daily driver. However, I'd personally choose a new 4Runner (TRD Pro) based on aesthetics, off-road capabilities, reliability, and value. For creature comforts and power/speed on the road, the Jeep is better. There's also the often forgotten Land Cruiser, which is beast, but starts at $84,000 (USD). __________________ 2017 X5M - Current 2017 F31 Wagon - Current 2014 M5 ZCP - Retired 2011 135i Coupe - Retired 2007 335i Sedan - Retired
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