Used 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV Consumer Reviews
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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!
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
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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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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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