Jeep Grand Cherokee FAQs

• Do Jeep Grand Cherokees have a lot of problems?

  The latest Jeep Grand Cherokee is certainly more reliable than some of the models from years gone by. In the past, the main issues that have plagued the Jeep Grand Cherokee related to electricals, namely the alternator, ignition switch, electronic shifting and such. There were initially some teething issues when Fiat acquired Jeep under its portfolio of car brands, however, these quality control issues now look to be largely corrected.

• What year is the best Jeep Grand Cherokee?

  Stick to the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee to ensure that you end up with a model with the best build quality, as well as all-round value thanks to the growing number of inclusions that now make it into this SUV as standard. You'll want to avoid any models from the period between 2014 and 2016, or earlier from 2011, with models from these periods proving to suffer from quality issues.

• How long do Jeep Grand Cherokees last?

  Like any other car, the real answer in this lies in how well you look after your car, as well as broader technological improvements over time. If you look after your Jeep Grand Cherokee meticulously, there should be enough life in this car to last you an average maximum lifespan of about 20 years. Keep in mind, however, a lot of things will change over that time, including the introduction of new safety features that you would be wise to take advantage of by upgrading to a newer model.