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4.5 out of 5 stars

Over all great vehicle

jasonjcgl, 06/25/2013
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful

After driving this car for 9 months and nearing the 10,000 mile mark I have to say that I am very pleased. I have driven in almost every condition imaginable. In the snow it drives effortlessly with no trouble at all, in the mud it performs very well and will get through without any hesitation, on dirt roads the handling is flawless, and in the water no issues arise. After going on 4 road trips so far, I have to say it is excellent for traveling! The ride is super smooth, steering is amazing, and the cabin is extremely quiet. In terms of gas mileage, on the highway I average around 25mpg but have gotten up to 27mpg and in the city I average 18mpg. Over all this is an amazing vehicle!

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3 out of 5 stars

great car but one MAJOR problem

Mark, 07/21/2015
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
84 of 93 people found this review helpful

My 2012 Grand Cherokee overland has been a very good SUV. Drives well, I like the looks, is comfortable and roomy. My issue with the car is that at about 40K miles the dashboard started to bubble and warp. Though I have an extended warranty, the deal (Rairdon of Kirkland, WA) says that they will not fix. So, I'm stuck with a car that looks good from the outside and but is hideous on the inside. I would not buy another 'luxury' car from Jeep, they clearly don't know how to make them and are not willing to stand behind their product.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

HEMI 4x4

db1988, 05/04/2015
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
44 of 48 people found this review helpful

After driving a Hummer H2 for several years, it was time for something new. I wanted a V8 4x4 SUV, and debated between a Tahoe and a Grand Cherokee. I am certain I made the right choice with the Jeep. I used to think the h2 was nice to drive, but the Jeep is a whole new experience. Much more comfortable, it has all the options (plus more) that the hummer did, and it is a little easier on gas. I have a fully loaded Laredo (Black on Black), and I could not be happier with the vehicle. It drives exceptionally well, has plenty of power, and looks sharp. It has had a few recalls..no big deal. Take it to the Jeep store and they are happy to take care of it. No major issues at 60k miles.

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3 out of 5 stars

The recalled relay was the issue NOT the fuel Pump

gigi, 04/26/2019
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful

I really loved my Jeep GC laredo. I had the key issue (one still doesnt work), dealt with the various recalls, including the "Relay". then the senor in the petrol tank issue came up and cost me $900+ to repair at the dealership in ATL. This issue which would slow the vehicle down in mid-drive that was VERY scary!! So the last couple months a new issue started - press the start button, all the lights would come on etc.. but car wouldn't start, kept fighting to start. No engine light came on to indicate there was an issue. I took it to the dealership, they hooked it up, diagnose the issue that i needed my " fuel pump replaced". That job too would cost $900+ ..( the jeep has 90k miles, the PT warranty/ and my extended Mopar Warranty expired in July 2017) So this last weekend, (easter) the car just wouldnt start - kept trying to start but nothing - I had to get it towed. But not to the dealership. I decided to take it to a reputable independent mechanic. What he found out was the "recalled relay, that was replaced by Chrysler Dealership in 2016" was the issue and NOT the fuel pump. he went over the Jeep and they said since it was a recall replacement the relay was not under warranty, but what was odd they said they couldn't sell a new mopar relay.. so he went an bought one at mechanic supplier.. changed it and BAM the Jeep Starts ... so if you are having this issue... be sure to ensure they check the relay.. ($200 job) verses replacing a good fuel pump ($900+) job....

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4 out of 5 stars

Oh yeah, I got my Jeep on!!

Grady McGrady, 05/28/2018
updated 10/03/2022
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful

I bought this Jeep Grand Cherokee Lardeo with the Altitude package about 5 weeks ago and I am simply amazed with it! My Grand Cherokee is a real SUV and not a glorified station wagon, which many SAV's are. (I call them suburban assault vehicles)... I had 3 requirements when I was looking for a new used SUV. had to have a V6, 4wd, and a trailer hitch... I spent many days looking for this at many dealerships. Finally on the 5th day I found this Laredo... It had all of my requirements and was in my price range... I haggled with the dealership for 2 days, until we agreed on a price.. I live way out in the woods in Florida, and with the rain we get I need something with 4wd sometimes just to get to the convenience store... I love the ride, and the way the vehicle handles, brakes, and accelerates.. The Pentestar engine that runs off Flex fuel has plenty of HP 290/300... The altitude package was kind of a "blackout" kit, plus it came with 265/50 R20 tires! Yes, the 5 speed automatic transmission is not the best, but I can get passed that. So far I am consistently getting around 22 mpg in mixed driving... I will update this in about 6 months to see if I still feel same the way.. Update November 29th 2018. I still feel the exact same way... What a wonderful vehicle! Update to the update... May 29/2019. The factory Goodyear Fortura's were okay, but I'm a BF Goodrich man. I spent about 30 mucks extra per tire by getting the BF Goodrich Advantage T/A Sport with a higher weight and speed rating... We finally had a "Florida" rain yesterday and I drove into town. The tires drove perfectly! The Jeep is great too, no problems, nothing but driving pleasure... Update: October 2nd, 2022. Well, I got in a few scrapes and will need a new rear passenger side door and front fender. I'm going to take it in ASAP to get the bodywork done, then some brakes and preventative battery replacement. Other than that, she's still running great!

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2 out of 5 stars

Wish I never bought it

Brittany Yaeger, 10/18/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
64 of 72 people found this review helpful

I loved my 2012 certified pre-owned Jeep once I made the switch from my small little mini. I was expecting far less problems/issues than I was having with my Mini. That wasn't the case, I have only had the car for 2 years and have been in and out of the dealership for repairs. It is always something, one year in- my keys stopped working, had to get the car towed (and pay for the tow) to the dealership. They said the keys malfunctioned- it would be $675 to replace. Why did this happen? Their response, these things just happen. Great. Then my windshield wiper fluid nozzles broke (never experienced that before...quoted me $200 to fix, yet the part is $8 bucks...I will deal with myself) Now some nozzle is messed up in my engine $3,200 to fix and it's not covered by my top of the line warranty. Getting rid of it right away. Too many issues, too expensive- oh and when your car is at the dealership, good luck finding a way to get around for days at a time, no loaners and shuttle only up to 10 miles from dealership. What a joke.

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1 out of 5 stars

WORST YEAR EVER MADE !! Beware

RAR -#DO NOT BUY THIS TRUCK, 08/23/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful

I have had this truck for 38 months and thank god Leased it -- I have had Jeeps for years as well as my family - I dont even know where to begin with the electrical problems -- about a week after driving this car off the lot - the computer went out - brought it back twice - Still goes out - the radio stations all get deleted, the GPS - Im not even sure it is in the same state as I am when it is giving me directions -- I have about 8 recalls that are all nothing to do with electrical problems - Then one day i started the car in a parking lot, left keys in it and what do you know, the keys automatically locked in the car -luckily a nice police officer helped me out - The fan for the heater, I have to carry an umbrella in my truck at all time to hit it for air conditioning and heat !! Now the best of the best - The ignition but, yep you guessed it- the car doesnt start -- It has to keep rethinking and restarting -- usually it will eventually start -- LOL i had less problems when I first got my piece of junk car when I was 17!! The key fob - good luck with the auto start - Not even sure that worked after the first year -- I have 2 very busy jobs, One of then is a realtor - So i drive a ton -- so of course the warranty is no longer any good - what a mess !!! So not i am stuck giving this piece of junk back and really only option is to pay for overage on mileage or release -- I am hoping 2016 is better -

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3 out of 5 stars

LOADED LEMON

BUD, 02/03/2016
updated 08/04/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful

I have the 2012 Grand Cherokee Overland Summit. It has great options & most work well. The problems have been many recalls; the original tires, which were expensive wore poorly & had several flats. Since 11/12, I have only put 31000 miles. My latest problem started with a antifreeze leak, which was diagnosed as a cracked left head(hemi). Apparently this happens regularly since the heads are on national backorder. This latest fix kept me using a loaner for 5 weeks. The dealership is terrific, but the Jeep isn't. UPDATED 8/2/16 HAS HAD A FEW MORE RECALLS, MILEAGE NOW 37100, PUT NEW MICHELINS ON & THEY DON'T WARE OUT AT ALL. NO AMOUNT OF SNOW, ETC. EVEN SLOW DOWN THIS VEHICLE. EXCEPT FOR THE MILEAGE, I LOVE THIS JEEP.

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4 out of 5 stars

Overland Leather Dash Warped and Blistered

jabaseball, 07/02/2014
updated 01/16/2020
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
55 of 63 people found this review helpful

I bought this car in January of 2012 and by November of that year notice some minor bubbles in leather dash. By mid summer of 2013 it was very noticeable and by early spring of 2014 it was ridiculous. Warps, bubbles, waves in the leather and the plastic inserts. I drive a lot so I was beyond 36K miles by the time I complained though the car has only been in service 26 months or so and mileage has nothing to do with the dashboard disaster. So far the dealer will only respond that it is out of warranty. Other than the dashboard and some minor complaints about paint quality on the non-metallic body parts, the vehicle is excellent. UPDATE 160K miles later the vehicle has been great . But some of the luxury parts have suffered wood panel on door cracked off, stuff like that. Overall a really great vehicle. I traded car in for a Q70L after 190,000 miles. While the car was great overall, service at Fitzgerald Jeep, Clearwater, FL was even better. If i ever got another, I would skip the luxury accoutrements, that is not Jeep's strong suit.

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1 out of 5 stars

Overland 2012

Joe Carey, 09/25/2019
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

Cracked head "Twice" and Jeep Corporate just walked away with no help. This was my 6th jeep in a row and I can promise it will be my last "Chrysler or Jeep" product in my household.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

cylinder misfire

tiamaria, 09/26/2014
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
27 of 31 people found this review helpful

I purchased my jeep cherokee and chose not to buy the extended warranty. At 68,000km the engine light came on and my warranty expired at 60,000....code read indicated cylinder misfire...currently my jeep will be taken apart and in the mechanic shop for a week or so, its been there now for two day...power train warranty does cover it thank heavens....however extremely disappointed its already in the shop for repairs...apparently this is a common problem had i done my research i would not have purchased this vehicle...next time i will be getting extended warranty...but not a chrysler....good luck!!! my brothers lending me his truck for now!!!!

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1 out of 5 stars

Leather dash board came out looks like crap at 30,

John Walker, 06/24/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful

Two computers, 3 alternators, three batteries, air and doors don’t work, won’t hold a alignment . In shop many times left me broke down wrecker to shop. Jeep never fixed anything free. Dash board not under Warrenty ...

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2 out of 5 stars

Get this car if you like driving rental cars

Phil, 12/30/2015
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful

Many, many recalls and you have to pay out-of-pocket when you get a rental car . I have basically replaced every major item in the car including the catalytic converter and complete $1300 steering gear. Everything made out of plastic so they either crack or fall off the car. Then had to replace the entire cooler and fluid retainer

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Limited with the Altitude package

tombro65, 08/23/2012
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

Short and simple, This was a good purchase! Thanks to all the help from this website I made my decision to purchase this Jeep, and so far the vehicle has exceeded my expactations. I am getting 24.3 mpg on the highway, and 20 in city. I purchased the Altitude package that I get tons of compliments on (first compliment was a total stranger who said, "thats one sinister looking ride") I have zero regrets buying my jeep

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2 out of 5 stars

Dream car turned Nightmare

Unhappy Jeep Girl, 01/08/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I was so excited to buy this Jeep. Coming from a 2000 JGC with only one $1300 major issue, I was so happy to get my Saddle interior. I was duped! Damn you Saddle interior! I bought this thinking this is a beautiful new to me vehicle that will serve me well as my 2000 had. Wrong! Within a year I was replacing a $2000 power suspension. Then a year later $1100 drove shaft. Then an $800 water pump and now... and now...$6000 for bushings, gas pan, steering rack etc etc etc. I won’t even get into the constant tire replacements. I’m at a loss. What a joke of a vehicle. The above isn’t even all of it that’s the saddest part. I bought this for something reliable and it’s been no such thing. The worst part... I’m completely stuck with it. It’s a beautiful car but damn! JGC Overland V8 Hemi

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3 out of 5 stars

Good vehicle if you can deal with the small things

Kevin R, 07/10/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

Plenty of power with the hemi. Good technology package and plenty of charging points for your devices. Squeaks and rattles are common and dealers are atrocious. Fiat please sell off Jeep line to someone who will do it justice.

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2012 Bubbly Dash

Shelia Brown, 07/08/2017
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

I love my Jeep. I breaks my heart that I would pay so much and after a few months have to look at a dash that has started bubbling up. I have OCD and having my dash bubble drives me crazy. I am constantly trying to press the leather down , smooth the leather back in place. My car is immaculate I take pride in the appearance of my car. I took it to Milton Rubin in Augusta, GA and the service manager said he had never seen this before. After lots of research, I see it has happened a lot. Called the home office of Jeep and was told due to the year and milage 81,000 miles. There is nothing they can do. I am still working on getting it fixed but I can not tell you how dissatisfied I am with Jeep.

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2 out of 5 stars

Riddled with issues

Phillip, 01/06/2020
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Bought a pre owned 2012 Laredo 4x4 From a Volkswagen dealership , ever since I bought this SUV it’s been in and out of the shop , I’ve only had this car for 2 years and I already had to replace the engine at 132k miles , after I did that I took it for a routine oil change and ended walking out with $2300 bill of repairs , I wish I never bought this clunk of junk, definitely sticking to Honda’s , Toyota’s , and Lexus’s .

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Solid vehicle, happy with my choices

xsmojo, 01/14/2013
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I had a 2012 4x4 v8 for a year and it was great overall. The cons: MPG not so good, the Nav system is difficult. I have since fixed part of this by trading for a 2013 v6. Now the MPG is better. The power is acceptable too, I was surprised. I recall the 2011 v6 seemed to lag but mine has done this. Now if we can just get the newer Nav from the 300 it will be a great vehicle package.

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5 out of 5 stars

This is one phenominal vehicle!!!

hendy, 08/31/2012
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
24 of 29 people found this review helpful

I have owned many vehicles in my lifetime (too many according to my wife!) but this is by far my favorite. After 16,000 miles I have not had a single problem. My high on the highway is over 25 mpg and I get around 20 in the city. Often I run ethanol in it to be a little green but MPG drops quite a bit. The car is unbelievably comfortable and rides like a dream. This summer we took it on a 16 hour trip and felt great when we arrived (as good as we could have been). It is very quiet, has a great entertainment system and looks fabulous inside and out. I am amazed at the comments I receive from people about how nice it is. There is not much to not like about it.

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2 out of 5 stars

Pain

Frustrated, 07/18/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

This review is not so much about the vehicle but the company , the coolant for the transmission somehow leaked out and my transmission went and a month later my vehicle is still sitting in the dealer because Chrysler won’t release the transmission!! Never again with Jeep i’m Going back to Toyota

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2 out of 5 stars

Never again

Blake, 03/30/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

This car is always in the shop. Always replacing a sensor or a valve. I had to completely replace the a/c $3000 only 4 years into the life of the vehicle. Gas mileage sucks.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Grand Cherokee Overland V8 4x4

defender97, 10/07/2014
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
23 of 29 people found this review helpful

We bought this because it can be towed behind a Motorhome easily and the Landcruiser we had was at 100k plus miles. July 2012 . Overall nice ride. Comfortable no mechanical probs. Has 24 k miles on it now. We noticed the dash was bubbling up near windshield . Showed it to the dealer service dept . They stated they had seen it before and ordered a new on under warranty being installed as this is written.

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3 out of 5 stars

AN ANIMAL THAT DRINKS GAS

BUD M., 02/03/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

1 LOT OF RECALLS . NO GLITCHES. GREAT IN SNOW-BETTER THAN ANY OTHER 4 WHEEL I HAVE OWNED(6). ROTTEN GAS MILEAGE. GOOD LOOKING. FEEL VERY SAFE TO BE IN.

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2012 grand Cherokee overland

David, 10/23/2015
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

I have a 2012 Grand Cherokee and the service 4wd light comes on every now and then but as soon as I turn it off and turn it back on it goes away for a day or two then it comes back on I took it to a machanic and he said there's nothing wrong dose anyone else have this problem????

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5 out of 5 stars

My Jeep

Troy Mangels, 07/10/2016
updated 07/11/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful

Very good vehicle, have had 5 Jeep grand Cherokee all have been excellent rides.I absolutely love my grand cherokee I canoe and camp a lot so it does exactly what I need.next ride is a trailhawk,still runs WELL and just rolled over 112,000 miles

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5 out of 5 stars

So Far, So Good.

Nathanael, 08/09/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

I've only had the vehicle over the past weekend, so why even write a review? Well, because it's a 2012 with 147,250 miles on it and it rides and drives like new. That says something to me. A week ago I knew nothing about Grand Cherokees, except that that the introduction of the 3.6L Pentistar engines in 2010 had been a game changer. Now I know It's 38% more powerful, consumes 11% less fuel, and is 42 lbs lighter than its 3.5-liter predecessor. Engineers also eliminated the brackets that the accessories (alternator, ac compressor, powers steering pump, etc.) are traditionally mounted to the engine with, and bolted the accessories directly to the engine block, drastically reducing noise and vibrations. It the best selling SUV in America and the most awarded SUV in history. I found a generously appointed Laredo (base model) 4X4, and knowing nothing about the progression of the trim levels, assumed it must be fairly high-end. I discover a pretty neat hack. I went to the MOPAR website, registered for an account and it allowed me to pull up the original window sticker. While the Laredo is the base model (Base Price: $28,995) mine includes the "Customer Preferred Package 26X" and the "Laredo E Group" option package, bringing the original price up to $37,200 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Heated Front Seats Driver / Passenger Power 4-Way Lumbar Adjust Power 8-Way Driver and Front Passenger Seats Customer Preferred Package 26X $5,300 Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Heated Front Seats Driver / Passenger Power 4-Way Lumbar Adjust Power 8-Way Driver and Front Passenger Seats 18-Inch x 8.0-Inch Aluminum Painted Wheels Remote Start (standard on Laredo X) 6.5-Inch Touch-Screen Display Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD 40 GB Hard Drive with 28 GB Available Uconnect® Voice Command with Bluetooth® ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera Air Cond w/ Dual Zone Auto Temp Ctrl and Air Filter Security Alarm Tire Pressure Monitoring Display 9 Premium (Alpine) Speakers with 506-Watt Amp and Subwoofer USB Port for Mobile Devices Audio Jack Input for Mobile Devices 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet P265/60R18 BSW All Season On/Off-Road Tires Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob Cargo Compartment Cover Universal Garage Door Opener Laredo E Group $2,000 Keyless Enter-N-Go SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 1-Yr Radio Subscription Bright Side Roof Rails Flex Fuel Vehicle Seems like a steal for $13,500, right?

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3.5 out of 5 stars

My First Jeep - My Last Jeep

lr3looser, 12/18/2012
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
20 of 31 people found this review helpful

I own a $47,000 Cherokee Overland & found through a minor issue that Jeep customer care has protocals they follow regardless of cost or inconvience inflicted on the customer. This is the 1st Jeep product I ever owned and will be the last. Jeep sent me a software and map upgrade complimentry to me. Trying to install the map upgrade I found the vehicle vin number is not loaded in the nav system, thus it will not load the map upgrade. No dealer in Chicago has heard of this nor knows what to do to fix it. Jeep customer cares resolution is to bring the car to a dealer and experiment trying to fix it. No idea what may happen, how long it takes and no loaner read page 4 of the owner manual!

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5 out of 5 stars

Smooth ride, and Lifetime Warranty!

James Oliver, 04/26/2016
updated 05/01/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful

I have only owned my 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee for a handful of months. But I work as Jeep Service Advisor at a Jeep dealership. My Laredo X with a panoramic sunroof and of course, a Hemi is so much fun, and stylish. Its smooth, confident in handling, bold, powerful, quiet and very comfortable. Major step up from the previous gen (WK) with soft touch materials, and great quality plastics. My Jeep only has 20,242 miles on her clock, but as a Service Advisor, I write repair orders all of the time. It is very common to see these 2011-2013 Grand Cherokees (WK2) with well over 100,000 miles. They do not rust for what I have ever seen, and if they are taken care of, then they will last you forever. If you do not like that it had 4 recalls (Recalls that replace very expensive parts with no money from you) then you need to look for a bike. All vehicles get slapped with recalls. That should never be a deciding factor when buying a vehicle. This is my second Jeep Grand, and my fiance is on her second Liberty. I also was able to buy a LIFETIME WARRANTY! Great brand! Love it! (To leave review, I had to put that its an SRT. But, its not.)

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Overall a very happy owner.

mowog2, 03/05/2013
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

We have had this vehicle for 14 months and 40,000 miles. So far both the puchase and ownership experiences have been good ones. Power with the V6 requires lots of RPM's as a small V6 is propelling a 5000+ pound vehicle BUT, the upside is that same 5000+ pound vehicle getting on average about 23 MPG at 70 MPH on the highway. A downside is the navigation system which is near useless and best plan on having a Garmin mounted to the windshield...!!! Our only warrantable item was a new seat covering on the driver's seat due to premature wear....quite the hastle getting the right material from Jeep Service Parts and thank heavens for a great servicing dealer in Auburn, Indiana. Happy owner...!!!!!

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2 out of 5 stars

Give it up Fiat

Lemon, 08/04/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 14 people found this review helpful

Jeeps are no longer the American staple vehicle. Poorly and cheaply made, over priced and do not hold their value. I would NOT recommend blowing your hard earned money on any of them.

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Love my Jeep!!

PatM, 07/05/2018
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful

Great value! One of the best looking SUVs on the road.

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Oil leaking everywhere

C Sheldon, 08/02/2017
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful

The power steering, airconditioning, transmission and engine all cool from the radiator which is prone to failure resulting in numerous problematic and on going oil and fluid leaking issues which cost in the thousands to replace and or repair. Jeep has been consistently rated as one of the very lowest in the industry for reliability and customer satisfaction for a reason. If anyone disagrees I have a 2012 grand Cherokee that you can get real cheap I will make you a smoking deal. Perhaps the good ole boy network fraternity auto engineer boys from u of m would like to take this gem off my hands, or wait around for another fed bailout from another up north genius like Obama, stay away from jeep Chrysler and their little buddy fiat, among the very worst in the world.

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Great styling and features/horrible mechanically

Justin , 10/28/2020
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

What didn’t go wrong on this vehicle. Catalytic converter at 55k, faulty AC hose, even the battery is expensive due to being under passenger seat (why?!?). Tire pressure sensors, windsheild washers, water pump...the list goes on and on. Some minor but will $250 you to death but others are quite pricey and even worse, put you without transportation for weeks at a time. What good is your vehicle if it’s in the shop. The final straw was my transfer case got stuck in 4wheel low and inoperable. Had to tow it to mechanic where it took another $500 to repair. I will not own another Jeep.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my car!

Michael, 01/07/2023
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Eleven years and 200,000 plus miles, I still love my Grand Jeep Cherokee SUV! I’ve painstakingly followed their recommended maintenance intervals and the car runs like a champ. This vehicle remains just as dependable and durable as the day I drove it off the lot.

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4 out of 5 stars

Almost Perfect!

Happy Camper, 04/12/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland, 5.7L Hemi 4x4 3 years in and at 155k miles, this has been a great vehicle. Pros: Comfy, Fast, Safe, Smooth Ride, Rugged - This is NOT a look alike wanna-be SUV Cons: Fuel Mileage, WATER PUMPS! (2 in 60k miles) , and Fuel Pump Relay defect Overall a Great Car

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Hate that I love it

Hunter, 08/03/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Limited V8 was not an option here, but that's my package. Tempted to give this car 4 stars, but I've had one too many negative experiences to do so. Still my daily driver in 2020, 100k miles. Pros: Attractive/timeless design, interior and exterior 20" stock wheels Sturdy leather seats Contrary to other reviews here - no dashboard bubbling issues. Laredo and Limited trim don't have the cheaply leather-wrapped dash. Cons: 12 mpg avg (displayed on dash) Expensive repairs. $9k total this year - ROUGH. $7k was camshaft, common w Hemi V8.

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I freaking love my jeep!!

JEEP LOVER , 11/16/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Don't get me wrong it had its issues but I enjoyed the heck out of this my 2012 Jeep. Comfortable, easy and smooth ride. I would buy another one in a heart beat. ❤

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 2wd

Mark G, 07/17/2022
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
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I purchased my Laredo in February 2022. I drive alot of miles each year for work and always in SUVs. I was a huge fan of Pathfinders but finding the old school rwd models with low miles was getting almost impossible to find. I never considered the GC. Their reputation was crap I thought. In reality early on they had a bad rap mostly due to recalls, alot of recalls. Reviews were harsh early on. What I noticed was being a 10 year old SUV was the newest review the last 4-5 years actually showed people were really liking them. Then after asking 2 family members who were mechanics what they thought I was surprised by their thumbs up on them. All this was because I found a one owner snowbird laredo with 24000 miles. Now fast forward to today 5 months, 8500 miles driven with zero issues, great mpgs for what it is, can hit 25 mpg at 70 mph. Its a nicely optioned version and I am enjoying ownership.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Thrilled with the quality and luxury

kahului38, 09/06/2011
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
143 of 309 people found this review helpful

Bought a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited in Black with the Frost Beige Leather interior. Have driven it about 1,000 miles so far and I LOVE IT! I had to wait for the 2012 since the dealer couldn't get their hands on any 2011s in Black with the Rear DVD option (I have two kids). It was worth the wait! The V6 on the Limited is more than adequate (I do not tow anything). I miss the extra punch of the V8 in my old 2001 JGC, but the mileage is much better (23-24 HWY) and the car rides so smooth.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

I will never buy another Chrysler product again.

joemags1, 02/08/2013
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
21 of 45 people found this review helpful

I made the mistake of purchasing a 2012 Jeep Overland in Colorado. This vehicle certainly falls short of that is it the most awarded SUV, as I now think that Chrysler hands out its own awards. With a hemi installed, expect to get an average of 17 miles per gallon city and highway combine. The NAV system is poor at best; I had trouble with it from day one as it would lose memory. I just had the radio replaced with no guarantee from the dealer that this will correct the issue. The one item that bugs me the most is the lack of quality of the exterior chrome, or should I say chrome coated plastic. With only 5000 miles on my truck, and after the very first exposure to the snow treated road

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5 out of 5 stars

It's a good old hot granny car and it's paid

Herbie, 11/24/2022
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have no dislikes. Will say it goes where ever I go no matter the weather, sun, sleet, hail or snow. In snow I can pass the slow pokes and leave them in blinding snow flakes. Love it.

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love my new ride

Allen Sealing, 07/09/2017
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

jeeps are the best I have a 93 cherokee i have had for over 21 years ... still runs great ... very reliable

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Buying another

Robert Huebner, 06/24/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful

Selling to my son buying another. We bought it and my wife never drove her Saab again

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overall great buy

john clark, 10/18/2016
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
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I love my 2012 Jeep!

Andrea714, 02/27/2019
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I still get compliments on it and I still love to drive it. I love the comfort and features. I have had NO problems at all with it and we feel safe in it. I plan on keeping it until the wheels fall off.

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Great value

Paul Gerard, 10/30/2020
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Like everyone else I have had issues such as 3 recalls etc. All were covered by Jeep and they were terrific to deal with. The real problems are with individual poorly run dealerships. I always buy from a high volume and a dealership that provides great service. Unlike most lazy people, I will travel up to 250 miles to do business with the best

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Great vehicle

JO, 07/18/2021
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
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Very pleased with the vehicle. Spacious and smooth. My only complaint is that the roof bars are poorly designed to optimize space.

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Love this car.

Jim C., 05/13/2023
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned the Jeep GC Overland, 5.7L, for more than 10 years now. It’s been great. No major issues. It’s both luxurious and sporty and will go anywhere. The only negative thing I can say about it is that the leather on the dashboard has recently started to separate from the dash.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great car!

anhdao, 08/22/2012
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 36 people found this review helpful

My husband purchased this car earlier this year and we are so pleased with the updated design of the Grand Cherokee. Comfortable, runs smoothly, great family car, and the overall value is great in comparison with other luxury cars.

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