The Jeep Grand Cherokee is the SUV off which I base all my judgments of other SUVs. Though I gotta say, while I’m thoroughly impressed, I do look forward to the 707-hp Hellcat we said is coming. If you want a midsize SUV that does it all (the V6 means 6,200 pounds towing - plenty for most, I’d guess), a Grand Cherokee needs to be at or near the top of the list with its terrific combination of composure and go anywhere-ness. The digital instruments provide all the information I was looking for through the various displays, accessible by pushing steering wheel-mounted buttons. Build quality is awesome, ditto materials. It makes the driving experience just that much nicer. It’s the primary reason I thought the truck cost more. I’m sure its off-road creds are top notch and it reminds me that Jeep and Land Rover are really the last two companies offering such a wide range of capabilities. Ride/handling? It’s quiet and comfortable - about all you can expect from an SUV. I wonder how much, if at all, VW’s troubles have hurt GC diesel sales. Last time I drove a Grand Cherokee it was the diesel, if I recall. This truck has stop/start - it was only a little rough. Same with the V6: smooth and plenty powerful. How often was it shifting? I have no idea. The eight-speed trans is a joy: smooth and offering good mid-range punch. As for this particular one: The handsome devil is about $6K cheaper than I was guessing as I drove along. Been a long time since I drove a Grand Cherokee.
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