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Mike, 05/15/2016
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
54 of 56 people found this review helpful
This has been the best car I have ever owned. It has 145,000 miles and all I've ever had to do beside changing the oil, is put a new battery in it, tires f and r breaks and a rear main seal. Its not terrible for 10 y/o car that I have owned since new. It has been a good car and I would recommend to anyone. Besides who makes cast iron engines anymore????
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Jeep Overland 5.7 Hemi
TBarnett, 05/03/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
29 of 30 people found this review helpful
This SUV is a real fun driving experience. Every time I get in the vehicle and turn the key to start the car, a big smile comes across my face. Daimler Chrysler really hit a home run with this vehicle teamed with the HEMI engine. I had two Explorers and an Expedition before this. I had looked seriously at the new Hummer H3. But, when I drove the H3 and this Jeep, the choice was easy to go with the Jeep. It performs awesome with the HEMI engine and handles very well.
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Rather pleased to date
kingofkings288, 05/29/2013
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
After the hurricane, I needed a ride, and fast, before the post-Sandy lemons flooded the market. I picked up this '06 Laredo with 58,000 mi, very clean except for a strange divot where the driver's right heel would rest. It starts every time I turn the key, and since the passenger window was serviced, every button and light works as advertised. It handles surprisingly well for a truck, and feels confident in the snow and rain. It doesn't accelerate much below 3,000 rpm, but after that it can take off. Maybe it's my driving profile, but the mileage is terrible. We'll see what summer brings, but the A/C should blow a tad colder, but that's a very minor complaint. On balance I'm pretty happy.
A work horse!
gary jordan, 08/26/2018
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I purchased this Jeep for work, I'm on-call in the HVAC/R industry. I get calls at all hours in all kinds of weather. The vehicle runs through all types of weather, heavy rain, snow storms. With the higher suspension, I've gotten through 6 inches of show like it was nothing! The best vehicle I've ever owned and I've owned many over my 45 years of driving. Have 133,000 miles on it and iy runs like a new vehicle.
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Love/Hate Relationship
harrison7, 09/13/2012
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
41 of 45 people found this review helpful
Bought my Jeep about a year and a half ago. Before that had a 1998 grand. It was such a great car. Got over 300k miles on it before someone totaled it. But My 2006 Jeep is a good car. I love the look of the car, the hard lines and the awesome grille. Fun to drive, and the seats are so comfortable. But I do have mixed feelings about the jeep. I have all sorts of electrical problems. My dash lights flash constantly and my NAV stopped working. Dealer said it was the body control module that needs to be replaced. ($1,200)!!! Makes a grinding noise when I turn sharp in the parking lot. Have no idea what that is. And the thirsty hemi puts a dent in my wallet every time I fill up.
Great car so far
DINLONG, 10/15/2010
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
My 06 HEMI now has just over 90k on it. Has had no real issues. My only complaint about the car would be the awful Goodyear tires Jeep decided to use. I recently swapped them out for Firestone Destination AT's - what a difference! I also installed Bilstein shocks and SRT front and rear sway bars. This Jeep will go through anything now, and is very controlled and comfortable doing it. People complain about gas mileage on the HEMIs - are you kidding me? Coming from a F150 with the 5.4 I am completely happy. The Jeep weighs about the same, has way more power, and is way more fun to drive, yet I get about 5 more MPG - what is there to complain about?
First of many
Nick novosel, 03/16/2016
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful
This is my first jeep let alone my first car. Bought it with 76,000 miles and just hit 100,000 miles. Compared to my dads Silverado and my moms trail blazer the ride is definitely better in city and on the highway. I drive fast and hard and hardly let the engine warm up in below freezing temps. I live just over 2 miles from Lake Michigan and when that lake effect snow doesn't stop neither does my jeep. Last summer at 89,000 it wouldn't shift from 1st to 2nd due to the solenoid between the two going out. $380 fix but the transmission specialist said its a great heavy duty transmission (the same one they put in sprinter vans) and that it's not a common problem.only other problem besides that is at an idle the rpm sometimes bobs between 550 and 750. I've read the same thing on other reviews and it doesn't really seem to give anyone problems. Besides that, it's the easiest vehicle to park out there. Turning radius on it is crazy..even better than my sisters 08 fusion. There are also ZERO blind spots on this car. Gas mileage is poor but I could care less
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The car from He**
Ashley Mahony, 02/20/2019
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2006 Jeep grand Cherokee Laredo 4WD FOR 7 years now! I purchased the vehicle from a jeep dealership used, it had about 53,000 miles on it when purchased. This car has been an absolute nightmare. I owned a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee, that I absolutely loved that’s why decided to upgrade to the 2006. To begin with I drove off the lot after signing papers and the check engine light came on. I return the car to have them fix the issue it took them two months to figure out what sensor was wrong. Three months after that the Motor in my driver side window and passenger window stopped working 700$. Then shortly after that my cylinder heads had to be replaced! I also had to replace all the lights on the dash. The lights inside the vehicle that would flicker on and off. I’ve replaced the stereo three times. Then at 83,000 miles my engine blew two rods. I had to put a new engine in the vehicle. Mind you I only owned the vehicle for about a year and a half at that point. I’ve had to replace many things since then the shifter, lift gate latch, door panels because my doorhandle just cracked off, Suspension system, alternator, radiator, my power seat, driveshaft, rear differential, water pump, transmission, countless electrical problems and probably more but I just lost count. Now mind you I did have an extended warranty so I didn’t have to pay a lot of it, and also why I kept it. But the fact that most of these things went wrong within the first two years of me owning the car is absolutely crazy. Most of the repairs happened before the car was even at 100,000 miles. I would plead with someone to avoid buying this car! I will never in my life buy Another Jeep product! I hope this helps someone, wish I could have seen how much crap this car was going to put me through.
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4th jeep and what a fail
bill379, 08/14/2012
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
Have owned three JGC prior to this one (95,96,02) and all had miles on them. This one we spent some money on and had only 80,000 KM on it when we got it. This 2006 is junk. Engine ticks (Hemi tick) quieter if you run synthetic oil but still there. 8 quarts to change it. Started making a noise at 90k from the back. Replaced both wheel bearings, nope, its in the differential. Quote 1500-3000. Drive shaft "u joint" failing. Non serviceable "ujoint" have to replace entire driveshaft another 1500. Engine runs sluggish unless you put super in it. All this on a five year old $55k vehicle with under 100KM on it. Ive seen this movie before. Didnt fix any of the crap and traded it in on a honda
120,000 miles going for 200,000 miles
steve abraham, 07/21/2015
updated 07/21/2016
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
57 of 66 people found this review helpful
UPDATED REVIEW. Well, I got tor 125,000 miles, had an electrical problem, the dashboard flickered and shut off. After several attempts, the mechanics could not fix this problem. sadly, I had to JUNK my Jeep at 125,000, just a few days after I planned on keeping it for 200,000 miles. Sad. Several thousand dollars of attempted repairs wasted. New computer, rebuilt electric harness... battery... fuses... then the starting system started to smell from burning overload.... so I junked it.....below is my original review.... I have a gray 2006 Jeep and I love it. I have put it through a hard life, driving upstate, and in NYC, in the worst weather and in blistering heat. This Jeep always performed well and is still a very comfortable ride. I had several repair issues, but after 100,000 miles they are expected. new radiator, battery, starter, all standard stuff. The engine is strong, tranny is tight. Darn oxygen sensors have to be changed and they are costly, but it is better than having old carburators. I love my steel colored jeep and I hope to make another review here at 200,000 miles. ps I bought this off lease at two years old, with 18,000 miles, for about $18,000.00
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109,000 miles
jeepmode, 02/22/2013
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
My fourth jeep, The check engine light kept coming on. After years of dealing with this nussiance, turns out it was a leaky grommet where electrical wires passed through into the tranny. After the tranny was serviced and topped off, even more fluid would pour out. It was an easy fix for the local dealer after I brought it back in. The check enginge light has behaved itself since then. Now I am going to address the lifter noises that have me worried. I will be upgrading the shocks and rotors next time I tear into the brakes. K&N stock replacement filter added about 1-2 mpg (19 highway). I enjoy driving this jeep, It handles good in all conditions. I wish I had heated mirrors, and seats std.
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kbyrum, 05/23/2009
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I got my Jeep a little over a month ago and I am already having problems with it. About 2 weeks after I got the thing it started dinging saying the hatchback was open so I got out and tried closing it several times, but that didn't work and my entire drive home from Memphis, the car was dinging but the door was NOT open! Also, the car alarm would randomly go off and a couple of times I have simply sat at a stop light then not been able to go once the light turned green, which scared the crap out of me! I finally got it to go by restarting it. The wiring is horrible in this car and I'm afraid to drive it now because it shuts off.I will definitely be paying a visit to the dealership.
No complaints
Craig, 10/25/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have the Limited with the 5.7L Hemi, and I was surprised by the gas mileage for a vehicle that size with an engine that size. I usually get about 17-18 mpg. With my previous vehicle being a 300 hp Mustang GT, I wasn't expecting to get that type of speed from an SUV but the Hemi comes close. It has a lot of features that I would expect from a vehicle that cost $20k more such as automatic climate control, auto wipers, and auto high beams.
yes
nipper, 12/14/2009
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This has been a great vehicle, yes the gas mileage is not great but you are driving a real vehicle that runs on regular. Its not a bmw but then again as a half truck, suv and luxury car it is not a bad mix. Today I haul firewood, next the family. No problem
2nd Grand Cherokee
Mark, 04/14/2009
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
So far have really enjoyed owning this vehicle. Previously owned a 2001 Grand Cherokee Limited with V8, sold it with 189,000 miles on it. I am confident that this Jeep will satisfy as well. MPG so far is ranging 17-19 around town. Have yet to make a HWY trip to determine what that MPG will be.
whats better then a jeep
diablo1111d1, 12/03/2011
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
brought my jeep grand cherokee larado 2x4 used 1 year ago and i love.brought it as a 2nd car for the weekends to go to the beach,rivers and mountains.i live in dominican republic and the roads to the beaches and rivers are really rocky.wanted a suv with true off road capability and that could take a pounding with rough roads.thats what the jeep brand is made 4 and thats what it does.love the air suspension shocks.i 'v never had a problem yet with my jeep.i see alot of people writing bad comments but i don't understand why.every car or suv in time i guess needs some type of maintance.no car or suv is perfect.u eventually will have to replace parts.jeep takes a licking and keeps on ticking.
Don't buy Chrysler products
sleeper123, 08/08/2014
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
The car started off fine but is now troubled with electrical problems. The car constantly gives a transmission over temp alarm even after start up. The ESM is messing up causing erratic shifting. Ever since the n23 recall I have a service 4wd system alarm that will show every start up and not let me engage 4 low. To replace the ESM its going to cost over $700 and is such a common problem it should be recalled. This is my last Chrysler product I will ever buy.
Will never own another Jeep!
mandalay_415, 07/07/2011
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
21 of 27 people found this review helpful
I've had this vehicle since February of 2007 and it has been just an averagely okay vehicle. It started having non-stop problems that most mechanics couldn't diagnose. The worst was when it would shudder/shake, lurch like it was shifting from overdrive to 2nd and just shut off while driving. Not safe! It took 4 visits to 2 different mechanics to finally figure out the problem and only after I told them to humor me and check something that I had found after hours of researching the symptoms online. Lights randomly come on and then go off without registering any codes. I have driven this across the country and never got more than 18mpg. I will never own another Jeep/Chrysler ever again!
Great Car!
owensry, 12/09/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I just purchased my Jeep and i have nothing to complain about. I love everything about it, and all you people complaining about fuel mileage need to get the 4X2, way better on fuel, and handles great in snowy conditions.
Pains me to say it....
kpn, 11/29/2011
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
17 of 22 people found this review helpful
As I write this my 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo is in the shop for the 8th time in the 2.5 years I've owned it. I'm a low mileage driver 13000 miles in 2.5 years, which comes out to a trip to the dealer every 1625 miles for service - 4 times for the exact same reoccuring issue - absurd! I love this car, the size, handling, handling in snow, features, the amount of options I got for the money, but the reliability, sadly is just not there. Prior to getting married I was a strictly Japanese car owner, but my husband was a Jeep die hard. After driving his 02 Cherokee for a Chicago winter I decided to bite the bullet and get one of my own. Sadly this car has proven Japanese is better.
Cover Up Your Condenser or Pony Up $700
Matt W., 09/12/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my third Jeep. I love the Hemi (dislike the poor gas mileage), the updated styling and the ride. However, beware. My wife was driving our Overland on a highway (not off road), couldn't avoid a blown tire (re-tread) laying in the roadway. Unbelievably, a piece of the re-tread flipped up into the unprotected AC condenser area (that huge, open area just under your front bumper) and barely punctured the condenser. The outcome? A $700 repair bill and me jerry-rigging (with gardening wire I bought at Lowe's) a protection screen for this exposed area. INCREDIBLY POOR design for an alleged "rough/tough" $40,000 off-road SUV. Unbelievable - a warning to all to "cover up your condenser"
Very Very Disappointed!
Disappointed, 01/02/2009
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
For the money I spent I expected better quality. Had the jeep 3 yrs and after 8 months I frequently took it in for work. Tranny, suspension, even the steering rack went at 40k. The interior plastic is extremely cheap feeling which I knew from the start but as time went on it scratched at the lightest touch. The gas mileage also sucks. If you plan on having kids forget it. This is a very large car yet a child seat can not safely seat in the back. We had to keep the kids in my wife's lil 4 door until they were out of car seats. Pathetic. Lastly do not buy if you do any offroading. It did horribly and things broke easily. I'm done with this car and am doing my best to rid it.
Great SUV
jeepyeah, 04/20/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
The 5.7 L Hemi is awesome in the performance it provides. I highly recommend spending the extra money to get the Hemi. You won't regret it.
Do not recommend
Disappointed, 10/05/2010
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
We bought this Jeep Sept. 15 last year and it is now Oct. 4 of the following year. One month after we bought it the engine light came on, when we took it in they had to replace both catalytic converters. Last month the engine light came on again and they said one of the converters was bad so they replaced it, the day after we got it back the light came back on and they had to replace the other one again. The next day after we got it back the light came on again and they had to replace the oxygen sensor, then we got it back and sure enough the light came on again the next day so I took it to another shop who told me that I need either an oxygen sensor or my catalytic converters are bad again.
Best suv ever
Ron formhals, 02/04/2016
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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Owned jeep 6yr never a problem other than normal maintence!super reliable.goes any where any conditions.
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its a [non-permissible content removed] good jeep
bajbaj, 04/06/2012
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
14 of 20 people found this review helpful
i have this jeep with now 120,000 miles on it withe 4.7 v8. its been very reliable so far just the regular maintenance. my only complain is the passenger side airbag sensor light is on for a long time now. i drive it like crazy everyday. im lead foot driver so i only average 13 miles a gallon doing 60%city and 40% highway. by lead foot i mean full throttle while accelerating if you want this vehicle to be reliable put castrol synthetic oil every 3000 miles or 3 months whatever comes first. jeep pulls great with a lot of low end torque. i will say i does got some minor electrical issues. dah!!! its a jeep it gonna always have some of those.
So Much Better
vtwin17, 11/10/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this Jeep in Sept. The only problem that I had was that the passenger side window had a mind of its own when going up, dealer fixed at oil change. Mileage has been at a low of 14.9 to 22.5. Vehicle is quiet and has enough power for the everyday driver.
My third Jeep
Dana, 12/12/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my third Jeep and I really like this one the best. Mine is an 8 cylinder Laredo so I am very happy with the engine power.
If I had it to do over again
ryan, 06/26/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Although I love the navigation, heated seats and the dvd player I would trade all of that for the upgraded 4 wheel drive system. I have the Quadra-Drive 1 which in my opinion is not a very good choice. I actually got stuck in a small snow drift. If you're going to get a Jeep get the Quadra-Trac not the Quadra-Drive!
So Far So Good
Bob, 06/01/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a solid and very comfortable SUV. The interior is nice and is very quiet. It drives and handles very well too. The stereo is awesome. So far, it is one of the finest vehicles I have owned.
Nice jeep
Rick, 07/31/2018
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Nice car in the snow and on the road
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Extremely pleased
Pat, 06/27/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
What a great SUV. Drives & handles excellent. It's smooth, quiet, safe & responsive. Many great options. My last 4X4 was a loaded Ford Expedition but rode & handled like a truck. I had a Jeep salesman take me for a demo ride in a Grand last winter during a bad snowstorm to highlight how the Mercedes platform handles/controls in icy treacherous conditions. He drove it hard & the control & performance was very impressive. For 4 months I shopped other SUVs but went back for the Jeep! I drive the Colorado mountains 12 months a year so winter safety is important but also wanted to move into a luxury ride. It handles our 10K foot passes great. So far 18/23MPG. My Ford got 11/15 MPG. The increase in MPG alone is worth every $.
I Love it, but...
Sean, 02/18/2010
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Many publications rated Acura MDX and Nissan Pathfinder better than the '06 JGC. We preferred the ride of the JGC but bought an MDX. Two years later, we traded the MDX in for the JGC Overland in order to pull a 26' trailer/RV. The JGC had a noticeably smaller cargo area in the hatch and a tad smaller backseat, but that aside absolutely LOVE driving our JGC... BUT, there have been problems. In 2008 our powersteering pump went (under warranty), in 2009 our starter went (not covered), and both the hood and the hatch hydraulics are shot. Chrysler has a reputation of being the poorest North American manufacturer and this is apparent as these issues shouldn't happen in a newer vehicle.
I think dealership knew this car was faulty.
Kevin Valentine, 01/15/2019
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
5 months in... a tow truck...a $3500.00 transmission repair later, I feel I got suckered. Specifics: when test driving, I moved the car into gear and heard a clunk...salesman said upon their inspection, technician found a broken motor mount and that is what caused the noise. Well after the vehicle left me on the side of the road, my mechanic found significant amount of metal in the electronic part of the transmission which costs $3500.00 to repair. I believe ADVANTAGE BMW Midtown knew this car had transmission issues and hid them from me, the consumer. Buyer beware only adds salt to the wound in my wallet.
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Good Truck Based SUV
Seanst27, 11/08/2009
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for over three years and put over 75,000 miles on it. It now has 102,000. Overall I've enjoyed owning the vehicle. The Limited model fit and finish is great and makes it a luxury type vehicle. MPG is what it is....you know what your getting when you buy a V8. The AWD/4X4 system is great but sucks down gas. So far I've had only one major problem. Engine light was coming on at around $50,000. Turned out to be the Quadra- Drive Transfer Case which had to be replaced at the tune of $2,000...wasn't happy about that. Since then no mechanical problems. I prefer to drive this vehicle over my wife's Nissan Murano and her previous Saab 9-3 2.0T Convertible.
06 Overland - Great Driving Experience
06Overland, 09/28/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 06 Overland about two weeks ago; let me first say that this is by far the most well-appointed and powerful vehicle I have ever owned. Coming from a 99 Wrangler, you can imagine the culture shock. The HEMI is as powerful as I had imagined, albeit not as responsive. It definitely has a good half second of lag before the 330 horses kick in. The interior is gorgeous and feels much more like a Mercedes than a Jeep. And the host of gadgets like Uconnect, navigation and rain sensing wipers impress everyone. The rear seat is not very roomy, and when the front seats are all the way back, you are lucky to be able to put a laptop on the floor back there. That aside, awesome SUV
Well Worth it!
kolis1, 10/08/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Recently leased the 5.7L Hemi with great hesitation - THE GAS! Come to think of it, the difference between this SUV and every other on is 2-4mile/g. As far as comparison, i drove the Xterra, RX350, and the XC90. Hands down this car has more power, smoother ride, quiet inside, lots of gadgets to play with, but hidden if you're not into it. With all the bad rep that American auto customer service has got, I've had a Liberty for 3 years, and they've taken care of me well.
Great Bang for the buck
lavrn03, 05/31/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The JGCL with the 5.7 hemi is a great ride! Far better than years past with far better build quality. Huge amounts of power, great AWD system and tons of extras make this a great value. But only after the 0% 60 APR financing and huge discounts the dealers are giving. Stickered at $42k, selling for about $33-34k. The sticker its very expensive but $7k off the mark makes these a great ride! BTW you can get 20MPG with the hemi if you lock it on the highway at 65mph and are not climbing. Otherwise it's 10-17mpg, depending on the mix. I don't do a lot of highway and have seen it as low as 11.5 mpg for a whole tank.
Lovin' My Overland Thus Far
Overlandlover, 02/13/2007
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had this Overland when it had 49 mi. and 3,000+ later, still lovin' it. I've had no problems with my Jeep. I've been getting 14+ mpg city/16+ mpg highway on my HEMI, better than my previous 04' Jeep G.C. with I6 engine. Simply an overall great luxury model, which is affordable to maintain.
Love it!
Kent, 07/15/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the first new vehicle I've ever bought, and I'm loving it! The seats are very comfy--I like the heated seats in the winter, the ride is smooth, it'll drive anywhere, and it looks cooool. The 4.7L V8 has power to spare--I'm glad I didn't spend the extra money for the Hemi. I can carry a lot of cargo inside, plus with the roof basket and bike racks I can carry almost anything for a weekend in the woods. This Jeep also handles like a dream. I never imagined an SUV could take corners like this! The ride is smooth in spite of the on/off road tires, even at highway speeds. Traction control, ABS, Quadra Trac II, airbags everywhere.
New '06 Grand Cherokee
Brent, 06/23/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
'06 model needs a tighter fit and finish on interior materials and the V6 model needs more horsepower. I have found a few rattles that are hard to stop on the inside. Ride is nice, stereo system sounds great, and leather seats are durable over period of time unlike leathers in other brands. My V6 model gets excellent MPG for an SUV (19 - 20 mixed driving and 22 - 24 highway driving). Overall, nice mid-sized SUV.
Incredible
htverheyen, 02/12/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is amazing. To get this much performance and features from this type of car, you'd have to spend almost twice as much. Mileage: better than the V8 in the previous model. We average about 13.5 mpg in city, about 18.5 on highway (with K&N filter). Towing capacity: We needed above 6,500 lbs - not a lot of choices - this one tops all. Interior space: like the old version. Good for kids, short trips with 4 adults. Look for a Durango, Commander, or the Suburban types if you need the seating capacity. Short wheelbase: this car handles car-like, not truck-like. There's a reason why Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen have almost identical dimensions, mpg (with V8's).
WOW
ANTQETC1, 12/11/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The more we drive this Jeep with the 5.7 liter engine, the more we love it. Terrific acceleration when needed and effortless acceleration when speed is not needed. The ride is good and the seats while good, are not as good as those in our 1998 Limited. We traded a 2004 Infinity with a Bose high end system and the Boston Acoustics system in the Limited is simply better. Someone did their homework on this system and it simply sounds great. Gas mileage so far is about 15 in city and 20 on highway; as advertised. Actually this is quite remarkable considering it is just about the same as our 98 Limited which has 100 horsepower less and substantially less torque.
Lots of problems
Pamela, 06/30/2010
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car last year and have had lots of problems. The transmission has been "checked" but they cannot "re- create the problems" that I seem to be having. The gas mileage is horrible! I average 16 mpg highway or in town. The seats stain, even just from water! I have lights coming on all of the time. Either the gas cap, airbag, tire pressure, you name it! Sometimes, the Windows don't work, the brake lights only work when they want to. I bought a Jeep because I thought they were made well and dependable. This one sure isn't. I can't wait to get rid of it!
Powerful, but for short people
roadbeagle, 05/07/2008
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned several Jeep Cherokees and was displeased when the new body type came out. My two big complaints: the lousy gas mileage and the low headroom for driver and passenger. We have spent 18 months trying to move the seat and headrest every which way, but it is very difficult to get into the front seats without hitting your head on the top of the car or door frame. Otherwise, a great car with lots of power, lots of features and a pretty good price compared to the competition.
Better ride
Marilyn, 12/18/2005
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This my 4th Jeep Grand Cherokee. I find the ride much smoother. The steering appears to be easier to handle. I think the back seat leg room should be widened by moving the back seats back so that a taller person has more leg room, especially if front seats are moved back. Glad to see the emergency brakes are now on drivers side instead of passenger side. Overall I am happier with this 2006 than my 2002 Jeep, hope I still feel this way by this time next year.
Misled
Derek, 12/15/2008
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
2006 WK not with 60,000 miles. Besides the hard seats poor MPG's and electrical gremlins. My door hinges on the front doors are failing and are hitting the front fenders. There are only 2 bolts that hold the hinges on and they has tons of slack. The cost to fix the problem either $400 for new hinges or $1,000 to have new ones installed and to have the doors rehung. Engineering and build quality is pitiful. I will be trading in this piece of junk ASAP for something foreign. BTW I am a jeep fan with an old wagoneer that is absolutely bulletproof.
still a few bugs
Dez, 02/27/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my second Jeep. Traded in a 1999 GC limited in Nov 05. Have also driven long term/owned a Lexus 330 (wife's car), 2005 Durango (long term rental), an X5 4.4 , and 2002 Land Rover. Out of this group my $42K+ Jeep is the least refined and has the poorest build quality. Loose door handles and passenger door, wipers that turn on whenever, clunky drivetrain, tweeter shorted from factory, rough shifts. Other than these items the truck is unique in that it corners well, blows the doors off almost anything in its path and is impressively plush. Overall would not buy it again given the price tag and the quality issues. Service has been of very low caliber; nowhere near Lexus or BMW.
It's got a Hemi
Hemi Guy, 03/26/2006
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Own a '00 Mountaineer with V8, drove a new Explorer, Tribeca & Murano. Jeep & Murano are very close in comfort & performance. Jeep offered 0% financing. Jeep won. Hemi is great! Never believe the mileage figure on the sticker. All SUVs and crossovers in this class get close to the same mileage. I did a lot of research of cars in this class. Test drove a lot. Spent a little more than I had planned but I feel it will be worth it. Read the reviews by Car & Driver, Edmunds, etc. '06 is coming out on top. Get the HEMI - really a blast to drive.
Love My Jeep
Jim, 12/30/2005
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I reviewed a number of SUVs and finally decided on the Grand Cherokee based on its rugged styling, Edmunds reviews and dealer incentives. Thus far, I am very pleased and pleasantly surprised by its performance, comfort and luxury features. Have you ever noticed how many Jeeps are actually still on the road? They're everywhere!