2006 Jeep Liberty Road Test Ratings

The Liberty leans more toward Wranger than Grand Cherokee, but lacks the Wrangler's off-road spirit.

Engine performance below par, on-road manners have been sacrificed for off-road potential.

Choppy, stiff-legged ride. Cramped cockpit feel. Engine noise permeates the cabin.

This will be familiar to current Jeep owners, but some controls, especially the audio head unit, might be awkward to first-timers

Plasticky, hard look to many surfaces. Gaps and panel fit OK.