Pros: Availability of unique diesel and SRT8 high-performance models; tough-to-match off-road prowess; classy, upscale interiors in higher-end models
Cons: Not as good a value as many class competitors; rear legroom can grow cramped; poor fuel economy in SRT8 model
CG Says: For 2015, the Summit trim level of Jeep’s classy midsize SUV gets a standard Active Noise Cancellation system, updated interior trim, and an available California Edition appearance package. The high-performance SRT model (which packs an exclusive 6.4-liter Hemi V8) also adds noise canceling technology, along with a five-horsepower bump (to 475 from 470) and a Red Vapor special-edition trim package. Grand Cherokee has evolved into sort of a poor-man’s Range Rover, and that’s not a bad thing. It can be equipped for severe off-road use or country club luxury–or both–and that helps set it apart from its 5-passenger rivals in this class. So do its higher towing limits. But most buyers who want a midsize SUV for more normal driving will likely find others in this class to be a better value from a features-per-dollar standpoint.
| Class | Midsize SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Jeep |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | Laredo: $29,995 4WD Laredo: $31,995 Limited: $37,065 4WD Limited: $39,065 Overland: $43,595 4WD Overland: $46,595 Summit: $48,995 4WD Summit: $51,995 SRT (AWD): $64,895 |
| Base Engine 3.6-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 290 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24-25 |
| Optional Engine turbodiesel 3.0-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 240 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21-22 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 28-30 |
| Optional Engine 5.7-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 360 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 14 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 20-22 |
