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Love the JEEP
disgustedagain, 03/08/2013
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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have heard many stories out there about the poor gas mileage of the Jeeps. Please, Do not believe them. The 2008 4.7 does great. Sure, they will drink down the gas in gulps if you are getting it on, which they will do! However in mixed driving to work 25 miles mixed city and freeway, with the smaller 4.7 V8, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited is AVERAGING 19.5 Miles per gallon. On the Highway, it is getting 24 miles per gallon AVERAGE! so, for a 4X4 SUV, I would say that is really good! The SUV rides smooth, nimble, small turning radius, all I can want. With Michelin LTX/MS , it digs in deep snow like child's play. If you want a real nice SUV, this is the one for you! Now at 95,000 doing good. We also have a 2007 Laredo 3.7L with 180,000 runs like new dispite the slight clitter clatter valve noise which is normal for that engine. 3.7 by design has weak starter soliniod. Been through 4 starters because of that pain! 2 rebuilds failed. Otherwise reliable.
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Great Jeep for fun and towing
Starguy, 11/04/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
I have the limited 4.7L with the towing package and air brake module. This thing pulls a 28' travel trailer like it was nothing. The trailer has the leveler bars which make it possible with this size. The motor strains some while passing up hill or really steep grades. So if you know the limits it's great. Gas mileage while pulling was between 13 if you push it and 16 if you keep it around 60 to 65 mph. but straight driving highway mileage I've gone from 18 to 25 depending on speed and wind conditions. I have everything except the 5.7 hemi and the trim package of the Overland model. The wife and I love it and are going to purchase it when the lease is up. Safety was a big factor also,solid.
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LOVE LOVE LIKE
yesdnyl99, 05/27/2012
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
24 of 26 people found this review helpful
This is my first Jeep after loving them since I was little. It's rugged while still comfortable. The speakers are loud and clear, it's comfortable on long trips, and it's quite trusting when you find yourself in bad weather. It swings around to get into parking spaces that other SUVs wouldn't be able to fit into because they don't have a sharp turn. This one does without being scared of embarrassing yourself with having to reverse a million times. SUVs are normally bumpy but this one is pretty fun when it does bounce. The style is masculine but feminine enough for women to drive it without feeling like a guy.
Descended From Greatness
345jeep, 08/26/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is the real deal. It is not a cute-ute. It is not a car on stilts. This is a Jeep descended from the original. What does that mean. It means that the Jeep will not be the most spacious, it will not be the most efficient, it will not be the most refined. But, when properly equipped, it will take four people and their gear through almost all conditions in great comfort. Looking for a family hauler - - look elsewhere. This is not a modern SUV. It is old-school. If you want to really use your roof rack, use your 4wd, and use your hitch, then this is your vehicle. If you want to putter around the mall with the kids, this is not your vehicle.
My 3 for 1 Diesel Grand Cherokee
Gregg P., 03/19/2017
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
34 of 38 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2008 Grand Cherokee CRD to replace a 2 seat GT DOHC 4V V8 convertible, a full size van used primarily for towing and my daily driver. I wanted a car that would be fun to drive, be good in snow, tow a 3,200 lb. camper and get good fuel economy. So far (4k miles, 4 months of ownership) I am very pleased with this SUV. The 3.0L Mercedes CRD engine and trans represent the best of MB components that were shared with Chrysler. I purchased a very well engineered tune that improves fuel economy and reliability while matching the power and torque of the current crop of 3.0L diesel SUVs (255 HP, 455 lb-ft). The acceleration with the tune is impressive and effortless; this torque is significantly more than the hot rod SRT Hemi V8 in the 2008 GC and peaks about 3,000 RPM sooner. I'm still on my first tank after the tune; most users claim a 2-4 MPG improvement. My baseline economy is 21 MPG overall (50/50 mix of city/hwy driving) which is decent for my heavy foot. The most surprising aspect is the handling; it is a lot of fun to power through the turns with this large SUV. The full time 4WD makes the front tires help pull it through the corners. It's not meant to be a "G" machine but Car and Driver magazine said it can stay with well driven sports sedans in the corners. It has a very comfortable ride and an attractive interior with a nice sized sunroof and all the features of a luxury vehicle (the 2008 Limited interior has notable improvements over the 2007 model). The biggest problem I had was finding a nice one with the options I wanted at a reasonable price (they only made about 2,000 2008 CRDs so they are fairly rare - low mileage units approach the cost of a 2-3 year old VM diesel equipped current generation GC). I bought mine with 120k miles; some say it is barely broken in. My tuner said a Sprinter van he tweaked (it has the same basic CRD engine/trans as the GC) now has 700k miles on it with no rebuilds. I hope to drive my Jeep to at least the 250k mile point. The biggest compliment I can pay it is that it puts a smile on my face every time I drive it whether it's confidently plowing through 8" of snow, out-accelerating a BMW or hustling through the turns on my favorite back roads. All this and a 7,200 lb towing capacity.
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Love the Diesel Power
New Jeep Owner, 02/03/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
This is my first Jeep (Grand Cherokee Laredo 3.0L Diesel). I am extremely happy with the Grand Cherokee and look forward to driving it to work every day. After driving a reliable, but small import car the previous eight years I chose the Grand Cherokee because of it's size and because the (paved) roads where I currently live have so many potholes it is almost like driving off-road. The Grand Cherokee handles great, has great visibility, and I don't have to wince each time I hit a pothole like I had to with my small car. The Grand Cherokee also looks great inside and out (silver) and has adequate power for my needs. I was extremely and pleasantly surprised to get 26-27 mpg!
203,000 miles on my 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Eric Tryon, 08/17/2016
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought my Jeep new in April 2008. It just turned 203,000 miles as of August 2016. I am going to keep it around. I have had ZERO major troubles. I have replaced the alternator, the starter and because of a small accident the radiator. I really like my Jeep and the 1999 Jeep Cherokee I had before this one was also awesome. I am planning on buying the next body style. Thumbs up from me. Eric in St. Louis.
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First Time Owner: Used '08 JGC - Loredo
Tim F., 10/19/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought as subsitute for a FJ Cruiser. FJ is too expensive used. JGC-Loredo was in my P range - meets my wants & requirements. Bought used with ~25K mi. Would not recommend brand new purchase - too expensive. Wife likes it, good crash ratings (5/5 & 4/5). Not so good in traffic. Not driven in bad weather or long trips yet. Price can be great if used. I see lots of older JGCs on the road - leads me to believe it is a quality vehicle. OVERALL RATING: WOULD RECOMMEND. Cheap if used, good quality, fun to drive. Meets SUV and comfort expectations. See other fields for additional info.
2008 Diesel Grand Cherokee
osogrande65, 05/10/2015
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
Great hopes for the Daimler Chrysler spawn. The Mercedes diesel 3.0 V6 remains spectacular. The Jeep QuadraTrak is amazing, when it works. Mine is so unreliable that, in the 77 months that I have owned it, I have not had the use of it for 14 of those months. First the tranny at 35k (in the end Jeep's Chief Engineer diagnosed the problem), 6 months in shop; the rear end at 60k, in a month, centre differential at 75k, 2 months in shop, centre diff again, at 80k. Now at 115k the tranny and centre diff apparently have badly leaking seals and both are being pulled and repaired to be safe (3 months so far). No warranty now so $3500 plus GST. I AM NOT HAPPY! I will not buy another Chrysler product
Cherokee is good
Me, 01/29/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This was my first Jeep purchase, I had previously been driving a sporty 2dr pontiac. I have been extremely pleased with the vehicle. It covers all dimensions of what you would want. It still is a "prestigious" vehicle to drive and show off, the off road capabilities are excellent (which is very useful in snow/rain situations, it has enough cargo space to haul a number of different kinds of large items, and the handling at high or low speeds is not that much different than my previous sporty CAR. I commute a total of 40 miles each day, sometimes i take the highway, sometimes regular roads. It performs great on either, and my average MPG on the gauge has been steady at 17.1 - not too bad.
Couldn't be happier
Leanne, 06/27/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
What drew me to this jeep was probably what draws a lot of women to a 4x4 SUV- I wanted to be able to drive over stuff and feel powerful so no one would mess with me on the road anymore. After years in 4 door sedans, it was time. The 2008 JGC has a sleek and classic body design and a standard interior design- nothing fancy, and that's the way I like it. I get about 21 mog, which is way less than when I drove a Honda, but I was well aware when buying this Jeep, fuel economy was not going to be that great, but I wanted something big and if I wanted fuel economy, I could have bought a Prius. Bottom line- I have fun everyday with my Jeep.
Love my HEMI GC!
HEMICHICK, 06/05/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my 2008 Grand Cherokee Limited 4wd. It is so much more fun to drive than my IS300 and either of the Acura TL's I had before. It fits my needs perfectly and also is great to drive. Nothing else can really compare to it! My father has owned several Jeeps and I will definitely purchase another one. Next one will be a SRT8 though :)
Love it, although it's far from perfect
Kelsey, 10/30/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My Jeep is a 2008 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 with a 3.7L V6 engine. I bought it brand new in 12/08 and got $9,000 worth of rebates and discounts. I haven't had any problems with it so far, but I have only put 4,000 miles on it. Therefore, I cannot comment too much on reliability. I will tell you, though, that many of the reliability complaints about the Grand Cherokee relate to 2005-06 models, which had many issues, indeed. However, many of these issues have been fixed for 2007. For 2008, which is the year of my Jeep, the front-end suffered a light facelift and the interior received a major improvement. Some online data show that reliability has improved dramatically with the 07 model.
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Allen, 01/16/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I just purchased my 08 Jeep. I had a 98 Accord with near 200000 miles and with a family started needed something bigger and newer. I found my 08 Jeep marked down to a very affordable price and made the choice over many others cars and SUVs were were looking at. My Jeep is about as basic as they come, but I was not looking for top of the line nor could I afford it. The only thing I can saw 100% I wish I had was better fuel economy, but I knew what I was getting when I got an SUV. I think the cruise control should be back on the steering wheel, or wheel mounted radio controls should be on all models. I wish I had the roof rack. I probably wouldn't use it, but it adds to the look.
Everything you want in a great package
Jeff, 05/28/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
The jeep has been trouble free and reliable. It had a couple of minor issues that required a dealer service visit but they were taken care of quickly. I have the Diesel engine and it performs great and gets about 30% better MPG than the Hemi. It's pretty quiet and very comfortable on the highway. I love the heritage and classic look of the jeep.
loving it
jenna77, 04/09/2012
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
I always wanted a SUV and we had 2 paid off vehicles so didn't really want to go buy one. Then we wrecked our truck so we decided to replace it with an SUV. Not knowing I'd be getting an SUV soon I just went test driving different SUVs. Bought this because I loved the ride. I've had it 2 years now. It had kind of high miles when I got it but I work 1 mile from home so the miles are not adding up fast anymore. I love love love it. I've had no problems whatsoever. Does great in our Utah snow.
Should have kept this instead of new 2015!
John, 10/31/2015
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
This was a great car. 55,000 miles and never a huge issue. Sure just had to bring it in for regular maintenance but with the 7 year warranty coming to an end this month we traded it in for a beautiful fully loaded 2015 Limited. While no transmission issues like a lot of people have, my 2015 has a lot of electrical issues that just piss you off! However, my 2008 was a Jeep and it drove like a truck. Crappy gas mileage but a great all around car, no electrical or engine issues ever. Had a small hole in muffler at the end that I didn't repair because I was getting rid of but it was very reliable. I wish I could get it back and maybe trade it in now for something!
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Best Value Out There for an SUV!
Rockinroller, 10/09/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd G.C. in a couple of years. What a treat to drive! Compared to the foreign bubbles and even Ford and GM's tired designs, the Grand Cherokee has them beat, hands down. Chrysler's incentives are the best in the industry. Gas mileage is consistently in the high 'teens around town and low to mid 20s on the highway. The 6 cylinder engine has great low end torque and doesn't feel like it's straining at all, uphill or on acceleration lanes on the freeway.
From SRT 8 to Diesel, both great.
Stugoesfast, 05/18/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
2006 SRT8 marked our return to Jeep. We found it a blast to drive and were completely satisfied with all aspects of the car. It was trouble free and was reluctantly traded for the 2007 Overland diesel. We ran that car continuously for a little over a year , with oil and filter changes the only work required. After 40,000 trouble free miles we traded for 2008 Overland diesel to avail ourselves of the last great meld of German engine and the best of Detroit. We could not be more satisfied, the 2008 is more refined than the 2007 with the feature list expanded and perfected. The reliability and build integrity is something we have remarked from the 2006 SRT to today's Overland. Love it!
Love my Jeep
BPM, 08/05/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my family's 5th Jeep and I love it! We purchased an 08 Commander in March and this rig a few days ago - by far the most comfortable Jeep I have owned or rode in. I have no preconceived notions, it isn't a BMW or MB It's a Jeep and meant to be dirty and ridden hard. It is responsive, quiet on the road, reasonable at the pump (22 MPG so far), and an overall fun experience. Not to mention I purchased on last day of July and got the $6000 factory rebate before it expired. I have found Jeep very responsive at the dealer level to customer issues in the past - far more than the company car Fords and Mercs I had been driving.
Very happy
tim1975, 01/27/2010
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought our 08 GC coming off a lease so it had 12000 or so miles on it. We're now up to 36000 and it's been great. We bought the base of base models however so we don't have much for features. The 3.7 V6 could use 30- 40 more hp but for us it works just fine. We drove from Seattle to Disneyland and topped out at almost 25 mpg straight highway. Mostly we average 17-18 I think. I can't talk about rear space too much since I drive most times. Our girls are 4 and 6 so I haven't heard them complain of space too much yet. Cargo space isn't great but we knew that going in, but coming from a minivan we knew what to expect. My wife is much happier driving the Jeep than the Kia minivan.
Our Grand Cherokee almost killed my wife
Scott, 07/16/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Our Jeep Grand Cherokee had the 5.7 Hemi with the Quandra Drive II transmission. Last week the entire car was engulfed in flames and my wife and in laws were lucky to get out in time. Luckily a police officer was directly behind the car when the fire started, stating he thought that transmission fluid leaked onto the exhaust system and that cause the fire. However, what started small got aggressive real fast, entering the passenger compartment in under 90 seconds. Car was back to the dealer 9 times for the same problem, the transmission. Stay away from this vehicle. Chrysler can't fix their own product and it could have killed by wife and her parents. Never again Chrysler.
Not Much Bang for your Buck
Mills, 08/13/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is our second JGC, and we are not pleased with it. We had to take it back to the dealer 3 times for computer errors (had to replace main PC board), the AC does not work all the time, and the engine is so detuned that it feels like a strong V6. In addition, I hit my head all the time when getting in and out (you would think I would have learned)and I am only 5'7". I could not imagine a tall person enjoying this vehicle.
MY 2008 JGC IS GREAT!
RON, 01/29/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my JGC in Aug of 08 and have now had it 6 mos and put 14,000+ on it. The ONLY problem I have had is to replace the RF window regulator. When I picked it up it had no problems for warranty repair and none since til the regulator. Drives great and gets up 26 mpg on the hwy and 18 to 22 in town. The roof, due to the sunroof, is too low, but otherwise I love it. The only other problem: the reset for the trip computer is on the steering wheel and is too easy to accidentally hit getting in or out and you inadvertantly reset it without knowing it! Put the reset on the dash. So far, it has no rattles or odd noises. This is my 3rd Jeep and by far the best. Good acceleration.
Very Nice for the Price
Steve, 02/07/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I recently traded my old car in because I needed a vehicle with a trailer hitch. I had looked at many different vehicles, and none had everything I wanted. This Jeep is perfect for me. I got a well equipped Laredo 4WD model with the Red Rock Crystal Pearl paint, and black interior. The color is awesome! It drives smooth and it has a lot of power. The build quality feels very good. I love the sun and sound package which has a power sunroof and the 6 CD and satellite upgraded radio. Overall, for the decent price, it is a great car.
Happy
jose m., 03/04/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just purchase our Jeep G. Cherokee after driving a J. Cherokee Classic 2000 for about 7 years. Very nice upgrade and lot of interior room compare to our old Jeep. We are very happy and so far so good in gas mileage.
The 08 NOISE!
Chris, 12/03/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is our second Laredo, having purchased one brand new in 98, that we now use as a third vehicle and for the kids to use. Our new one: after driving it for week, we noticed this noise coming from the back of the engine when the radio and everything was off, except the car itself. It is a very annoying noise, clicking sound. We took it back. They pulled another 08 off the lot into the service garage and had us listen to it. It had the same noise! Nothing wrong and nothing they can do about it. Probably would not have purchased an 08 had we heard this before hand. And it says 4wd, when its actually full time awd.
Best Performance SUV
coolbreezesd, 03/07/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 4dr SUV 4WD (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just traded in my 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 for a 2008. Wow they made a lot of improvements for 2008. The engine and performance is astonishing. The ride quality is pretty darn good and the over all quality is great... I had almost zero issues with my 2007. If you like speed, and want the utility of an SUV this is the one for you!
Pleased so far.
erider, 10/10/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased a great looking Laredo entry level 4WD V6 model in August. I couldn't turn this deal down because they were offering such a bargain. It cost me the same as a new Honda Civic- a much smaller car! This car, however, is "bare bones" so to speak, with no options at all. But that's okay, I don't have a family so I don't need all that leg and cargo room and all the fancy gadgets. My Jeep, however, came with an inherent electrical problem that took the dealer two days to fix- it was the Junction Box that contained the wiring for the rear door lock that wasn't working correctly. I know I will love this vehicle for many years- it's perfect for me!
Proud to own an American!
tn22310, 04/29/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a JGC Overland with 5.7 HEMI. What a nice car! Very quiet yet engine is strong when it needs to be. I was considering to buy a Range Rover Sport, but JGC has definitely nicer ride and navigation system with hard drive to rip your songs. If you are considering JGC, try to get the HID headlight because they are really bright.
It's a Beauty, inside and out
ChiGirlInTexas, 12/12/2007
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After considering many other vehicles, I'm so glad I got the JGC. Smooth acceleration, quiet cabin, great techie tools--the Nav, bluetooth, hard drive for my music (uploaded via USB, about 800 songs fit w/room to spare). Incentives made it more affordable to lease than the Liberty, and when I feel the Hemi respond, I know I made the right choice. Of course, the gas mileage is lousy, but after driving a 4-banger for 3 years, I was ready to get some power....and this Jeep really delivers. It won out over the Honda Pilot, Ford Edge, Saturn Vue, Mazda CX-9 & Mitsubishi Outlander. The incentives plus dealer's willingness to negotiate made it a no-brainer. If you like 'em loaded, look at JGC!
Worst Engine Ever
Bimo28, 05/09/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 5th Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1st and 2nd were Laredos with the 4.0L 6cyl engine. Jeeps 3 and 4 were fully loaded Limiteds with the 4.7L V-8's. These limiteds were great with lots of power and torque and fun to drive. Without doing much research I decided to get the 6cyl 3.7L in my fully loaded Laredo. Since I no longer had to tow, I thought I'd save some money and get better fuel economy. BIG MISTAKE. This has got to be the weakest engine in its class and because it has to work so hard to keep this relatively heavy vehicle moving the gas mileage is bad too. I get about 1.5 mpg better than the v-8 and at highway speeds the mileage is actually worse than the V-8.Get the V- 8!
My first Jeep
scottka, 03/06/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first Jeep. I've owned several SUV's and the JCG ranks very favorably with all of them and exceeds most. Although I went with the V6, I am happy with it. I'm getting 20.6 mpg with 80 percent highway driving. My range varies between 340-360 miles per tank. So far I have 2000 miles and expect the mileage to improve a bit. The JGC handles good and seems well put together. The transmission shifts smoothly and haven't heard the "clunk" so far. I think Chrysler has finally got the message about their poor quality reputation.
1st time owner of SRT8
kideslide, 11/01/2007
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 4dr SUV 4WD (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Having leased over 4 Jeep Grand Cherokee's in the past 9 years, I find driving this vehicle extremely exhilerating besides, I have only had it for a week. Spending time at the pump was never an issue because I was always averaging 16 miles per gallon in the other vehicles. The navigation system is a great and sharp. I have not tried the TV in the back because I'm usually driving the vehicle.
New Limited with Hemi
WC, 11/11/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just picked up this jeep grand Cherokee limited after researching for months. Also drove the BMW X-3 and X- 5, the Lincoln MKX, Hummer H-3, MB ML320, and can honestly say the Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited had the best ride of all. For the money, its the best value by far and you get real capability that can handle any ruggedness you may throw at it. The interior is extremely comfortable and inviting. Very happy so far.
Great Mid Size SUV
JJIgga3000, 04/29/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've Owned and driven many types of SUV's, from the Ford Expedition, and Explorer, Suburban, Dodge Durango, which I've all owned. To the Hummer, Cayanne, Range Rover, which my friends own. I'm very impressed, with Jeep Grand Cherokee, it has a very sturdy, yet comfortable, luxurious drive. The layout of the controls, and room and the car are great. If you are thinking of mid size suv to get. I highly suggest this one. One thing that might help you over the top is the fact that this is the Suv choice of many millionaires.
First Time Jeep Owner and Loving It!
Ashley S., 12/12/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first SUV and my first Jeep and I must say I am truly pleased so far. I've had it almost 3 weeks now and it is exactly what I was looking for. It drives smooth, has good pickup, and has some really great features. I got one with 16k mileage with the Xpackage for an awesome deal! I saw on some of the other models that people left reviews for that they had a problem with water leaking, I drove mine in torrential downpour last night with no problem. I looked at many different kinds of SUV's before choosing this one and I am fully satisfied with my choice. Comfortable, roomy, fun to drive, and an overall great SUV.
Great Ride/Power
Tgtbv, 03/19/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd JGC, having traded in a 2005 JGC Laredo. Getting into an 08 JGC Overland with the 5.8L Hemi was awesome. The power and acceleration is amazing for an SUV. Gas Mileage so far is about 15 MPG in the city, not too bad for a big engine. Ext. looks are good, and the interior is sharp and refined. Lots of extras with the Nav, Sat. radio, Bluetooth, Back-up camera, etc. I chose this JGC over the Acura MDX because of what you get for the price. Dealer incentives made the JGC more affordable than the MDX. Plus I got the same or more bells and whistles and a vehicle that will leave the MDX,CX9, and RX in my dust. Great Truck!!
LOVE my Jeep!
Jeep Gal in CO, 09/09/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had been looking/researching/test driving SUVs for the last year. Wanted to get out of the car & back in 4WD for the snow we get here in Colorado. Compared with Ford Escape, Hyundai Santa Fe and a few others of similar size, price. We had bought our son an '07 GC last year, so I stopped at the dealer to look at the '08 GC's. MUCH more comfortable than Escape or Santa Fe. Have taken it off road in CO mountains and it performed great. It is my everyday drive vehicle and I am very happy. Consistently getting 18+ mpg city - haven't driven enough highway for a accurate average. For the price - with rebates & incentives - it blew the competition away! Now we are a2-Jeep family! Get one today
Triple the pleasure
X2345X, 07/25/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a 2008 Black Jeep Cherokee Limited (4.7L V-8). Believe it or not, this is now the third Black Jeep Cherokee in our garage (both my wife and son drive 2004 models)...and overall we couldn't be more pleased with the performance, reliability and quality. I am getting 19+ MPG! The 2008 has all the "bells and whistles" (automatic high beams, automatic wipers, iPod compatible, excellent storage, GPS, chrome accents that really dress up the exterior especially of a black vehicle). My only complaint is with the narrow leg room and pedal configuration for the driver (however I am over 6' tall).
2008 CRD (3.0L DOHC Turbo Diesel 3L wGDE Hot Tune)
gep10, 10/24/2020
updated 06/03/2021
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought used with 120K miles - was very well maintained - eventually had a fuel line leak and a power steering pump leak plus glow plug replacement and some little things that added up to a pretty large bill - the truck has been reliable and trouble free since these repairs - I put SRT front and rear stabilizer bars on it and it handles surprisingly well for a tall 4800 lb. SUV - it is a ball to drive and still gets 22 MPG overall and 20 MPG towing a 3,200 lb. camper at 70 MPH with the cruise and A/C on - the GDE tune makes about 470+ lb.ft. of torque (about 50 more than the SRT version) at 1800 RPM so acceleration is effortless - it leaves 5.7L Hemi's behind in traffic - the rear seat legroom is about the same as my wife's Chevy Cruz so it's on the small side - it is about 600 lbs. lighter than the 2020 Grand Cherokee and feels much more nimble - it is rated at 7200 lbs. towing capacity (as is the 5.7L Hemi) - most similar size SUVs are in the 3,500 -4,500 lb. range - it has trailer stability software (standard on the 2008 Limited) and is just as stable towing my 3200 lb. camper as my full size Chevy van with a 5.7L - it has nice amenities (adj. pedals, 110 Volt plug port, heated front & rear seats, thick leather steering wheel with controls for IP and audio system) and the interior is light and airy with nice looking (fake) wood trim and light/dark tones - the seats are all day comfortable - it has a very comfortable highway ride and is extremely capable in winter weather (4 WD) - its off road capability exceeds that of most drivers This is one of the best all round (ride, handling, towing, winter capability, MPG and acceleration - it beat a Porsche Panamera 4S in an impromptu drag where two lanes went to one land) cars that I have owned - it has 170K on it and I plan on getting to >250K - Sprinter vans with this engine have gone 700K - would give it 5 stars but for the Chrysler reliability issues I've had - the Mercedes V6 diesel has been outstanding 4 year update: June 2, 2021 The GDE tuned ("Hot Tune" - about 470+ ft. lbs. torque at 1800 - 2800 RPM) 3.0L diesel has been averaging 20- 22 MPG in 60/40 city highway driving and 25 -26 MPG at 75 MPH. It gets 19-20 MPG towing a 3200 lb. Bayside camper with the cruise set at 70 MPH and the AC on. It gets about the same MPG when towing our 18' Aliner at 65 - 70 MPH (2,000 lbs. but more frontal area than the Bayside - the Aliner has 65 MPH rated tires, the Bayside has 80+ MPH rated replacement tires so I typically drive faster with the Bayside). The Jeep's trailer stability works great and is seamless; the GC tows slightly better than my previous (much longer) Chevy LT full size van. I can drive 80 MPH comfortably with the Bayside. The GC had the fuel line replaced because of a leak and required numerous other repairs, some expensive, like shredding the fan belt). It has been below average for reliability; that is why the 4 star rating and not 5). I added SRT front and rear stabilizer bars to improve the handling and had all rotors and pads replaced. I am replacing them again after 45k miles with some higher performance rotors (drilled & slotted) and pads; the stock rotors/pads were acceptable, much better than the stock brakes on the Chevrolet LT full size van. I have Michelin LTX/M/S tires and the Jeep does great in the snow with them and gets about 4 MPG higher than its EPA highway rating. The driver lower seat cushion (leather - its a Limited model) is cracking and will need to be replaced at some point. Overall, I am very pleased with this vehicle at 176k miles. I have driven the later GC with the VM motor and although it is a very nice SUV, I prefer my tweaked 08 due to its better responsiveness (about 600 lbs. lighter), smaller size, grin inducing acceleration (0-30 times are competitive with some sports cars, including an embarrassed Porsche) and handling (it left a bumper riding Porsche Panamera 4S well behind on a tight freeway off-ramp turn) and its EPA exceeding fuel economy. Note: there was no 3.0L CRD engine option shown in the "Model" choices.
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Most unreliable vehicle I've ever seen.
Eric, 06/24/2019
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2008 Grand Cherokee with a tad over 100k miles on it. I owned it for 2 years and spent just over $6000 alone in repairs. Blown transmission, blown engine (thanks to a botched oil change that was financially covered by them, luckily) blown alternator, replaced ball joints, replaced struts, replaced CV joint, replaced radiator, pretty much every part that is in that car was replaced in my 2-year span of owning this vehicle. I ended up stuck on the side of the road on three different occasions. Not to mention the ridiculous gas mileage (averaged 14 at best.) It's unbelievably unreliable. Which SUCKS because it's great in any weather conditions you put it in and looks sleek. I'd highly recommend avoiding.
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For $45 buy a luxury SUV - Buyer Beware!
KLH, 04/07/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
OK, I went to get my lease '08 Jeep and have regretted ditching my BMW every since. Soon after I picked up my overland the sealant on the quarter glass window started melting, took numerous calls to Leith Headquarters and Chrysler headquarters until they finally agreed to fix my Jeep. On top of that the electronic items in the car fail at any given time - including auto headlights!!! Still after all this time it malfunctions at any given time, stalls on the road while driving, speakers stop working, hard drive crashes and stalls, wipes out info stored in it, the list is endless as to what malfunctions on this Jeep!
Gift to myself
NeeCeeB, 07/28/2017
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased car for its looks! The Hemi engine didn't mean a thing to me but apparently it does to my fiance! He was impressed with the engine, the smoothness of the ride, the comfort and the fact that every other Jeep we see- does not compare to it in looks. Take it in for regular maintenance. So far- just have to replace the battery (Engine light came on- diagnostic said the battery need to be replaced, which I knew but was told the battery had nothing to do with the engine light). I know my truck. It may be a bit more expensive maintenance and parts but well worth it. Another downfall for me is- the instructions to add music, pictures via usb are not clear- still working on it. JGC is great, oh....just a side note, watch your speed. I find myself ready to race everybody!!
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terrible vehicle DO NOT BUY A JEEP
Matt , 10/16/2019
updated 10/18/2021
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle at 80,000 because I do lots of camping and hiking. The jeeps had the look and reputation of being good outdoorsy vehicles that made me believe it was the right choice for me. I was dead wrong. From the week after i got it this car was nothing but trouble. I have had it for two years and it now has 144,000 miles on it. In those two years I have had the stater replaced 4 times, the water pump, serpentine belt, idle sensor, alternator, idle intake valve, and the fuel pump all replaced. Not to mention the back driver side window stopped working, about 6 months after i got it the radio cut off and rarely worked, meaning the navigation system and back up camera also would not work. There was a very loud hum while going above 55 on highway, and before you say it no it was not the tires, the hum only occurred when my foot was on the gas. The acceleration would stutter occasionally if i was at a complete stop and tried to accelerate slowly. and if all this has not deterred you yet my car is now about to BLOW A ROD OR PISTON. Rendering my car useless and the only option is to replace the engine entirely. Mind you this car is at 144,000 miles. I had a 97 Ford Bronco that had 270,000 on it and it ran just fine never had to replace anything major. But the 2008 jeep grand cherokee? 144,000 miles and it is no longer operational? thats pathetic. So if you do ever buy a jeep of any year or any model just know you are essentially purchasing scrap metal on wheels. I will NEVER buy any product from jeep again. (UPDATE NOTE) I have now had a 2017 Ford Escape since this post and it is the best most reliable vehicle I’ve ever driven.
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I love it
Amyvv, 08/04/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th Jeep Grand Cherokee and my 3rd Limited. I love them. I have bought other cars and suvs in between, but I always end up wanting a Jeep again. They are well built, nice looking and a great ride. I won't buy anything else again.
Good showing in 2008
Souliman, 03/11/2008
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
4th Jeep - all Gr Ckees. I've been purchasing Laredo with Rocky Mtn edition - currently equipped with the X-package - perfect for me. Handling is solid as usual. Not as nimble as our Subie Tribeca. Fuel economy is as advertised. Since 05, I'm more confident with the handling. The shift placement of the gears has changed - I'm not certain if for the better or worse. Outside, nice stylings. Inside, huge improvement. Doesn't seem dated anymore as 05 did. Seats are more comfortable. Steering column and seat placement make for good(better) driving posture. We have two Britax in the back and plenty of leg room for driver, passenger and two boys to kick the seats. I'm very satisfied.
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland, 5.7 Hemi
Mark Anderson, 07/30/2018
updated 08/08/2019
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
UPDATE 8-7-2019. Odometer just rolled over 224K... no significant issues. Muffler replaced at 220K, HID front light bulb replacement, new battery (alt tested and working within specs). Gas mileage as noted below. Oil consumption is 1 qt / 2K miles... not bad considering i run the HEMI hard sometimes. Did some real off roading last spring and the Quadra Drive 2 system worked flawlessly... this truck can keep up with any Rubicon!! I continue to recommend this Jeep. I purchased this car in Feb 2018 as the 2nd owner with 195,000 miles. Previous owner drove the car nearly 20K/ year and obviously garaged the car for the majority of its life. Prior to taking delivery the car required rear end work which was included within my purchase price and the car needed a new cat and o2 sensors. I also was able to negotiate 16 new spark plugs and new brake pads all around. My purchase price including the work listed, $5,500. I like this truck a lot, the HEMI has amazing power but that comes at a price at the pump... be warned you aren't buying an economy car as i'm averaging 14 city / 18 highway. But... this truck moves! Tight suspension, smooth transmission, and the engine runs perfectly. Chaise is rock solid with no rust or noticeable wear. Being in the mid-west the winters must have been brutal on this truck considering the miles driven. This Jeep was a bargain. I'm not fooling myself, i expect to have problems as the car's now has 208K, but i paid very little for a nice looking solid truck and as with every Jeep i have owned 200K is just warmed up. i highly recommend this model year Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Overland with the HEMI is a great upgrade if you are looking to save money and want a rugged on-road and off-road SUV.
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Love this design
Linda, 10/18/2007
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I looked at many other SUV's, but keep coming back to Jeep. I have owned 4 others and love the new design. It is fun to drive and the comfort is great. It looks good coming and going and for the price it was a wise decision. There are many mopar accessories you can buy (which I have already) to make the exterior even better.
What a beast!
JYSRT8, 02/11/2009
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 4dr SUV 4WD (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got rid of my 2006 Infiniti M45 Sport, (definitely not a Minnesota winter car) for SRT Jeep. Lots of fun to drive, even in the winter. Awesome acceleration, turns heads!