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Transmission Stalled and other issues -updated
Lisa, 10/21/2015
updated 04/26/2021
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
152 of 160 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Jeep GC Limited on 9/5/2015. The engine light came on at 250 miles in the first week. The evaporation canister gasket was bad and needed to be replaced. Dealer was able to fix within 1 day. At 1,600 miles while driving in city traffic slowing down for a traffic light the vehicle jumped forward twice like I had been rear-ended. This was caused by the transmission shifting down from 3 to 2 and 2 to 1. The vehicle then went into "limp" mode and I could not go over 5MPH as the transmission was stuck in 1st gear. I managed to get out of traffic and into a parking lot. Had this happened in a busy intersection or while merging onto a busy, fast moving highway it could have been deadly. I called roadside assistance and the JGC had to be towed to the nearest dealer. They have had the vehicle for 4 days and now have told me they will have to "tear down" the transmission to try to figure out what is wrong. When the cause is determined Chrysler will determine if the transmission will be fixed or replaced based on their "70% rule". The first time we put the back seat down the headrest fell off of the passenger-side rear seat and could not be put back in place. The dealer had to fix this because a clip was missing. Again, could have been dangerous if the headrest had fallen off in an accident and your head was whiplashed against against the two metal rod mounts. My family has been loyal to Chrysler and have owned nothing but Dodge since 2000. We have owned 2 Ram 1500's, a Durango, and an Avenger. All were great vehicles. Chrysler and Jeep you missed the level of expected quality and reliability with the new Jeep Grand Cherokee models! When you pay upwards of $40,000 for a high-end vehicle you expect better quality, reliability and service than this. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is promoted as the "Most Awarded SUV" ever. Jeep has been long known for it quality and great products however, it seems Chrysler and Jeep are being very silent regarding all of the recent transmission issues. Perhaps the transmission issues are going to be ignored and swept under the rug to avoid bad publicity. Come on Chrysler and Jeep your loyal customers deserve better than this!!! Check out the reviews for the 2014's and the 2014 and 2015 Dodge Durango, these vehicles have the same transmissions. The electronic transmissions are shifting from park to reverse on their own, not staying in gear, getting stuck in gear, and shifting roughly. Also check out the Jeep Cherokee which also has many reports of transmission problems. The NHTSB also has many transmission issues reported and is contemplating a class-action lawsuit regarding the number of injuries and safety issues that surround the transmission coming out of park and rolling away causing injury to people and damage to the vehicle and surrounding property. 4/2017 - I have not had any additional issues with the JGC, it now has 23,000 miles on it. A recall was issued for the transmission "rolling away" issues. I did not have problems with this happening but have always been cautious and paid close attention to the gear shifter and indicator lights to ensure the proper gear was illuminated. I had the recall work completed this month and do note a bit of a hesitation at idle speeds, which I believe was the intent to prevent roll aways. I have not noted any additional changes with the operation of the vehicle. While I was very disappointed with the initial performance of my JGC it has been a very reliable vehicle since the transmission was replaced at 1,600 miles and I have not had additional issues. It performs well and provides a comfortable ride for highway and city driving. It handles well in rain, snow and ice. We took our JGC on a 3,000+ mile vacation to the Smoky Mountains and we're very pleased with how the JGC responded to mountain driving. There was enough room for 4 adults and a teen and all our luggage/gear in the JGC. It was a snug fit but not uncomfortable. When planned appropriately you can fit alot into the cargo area and other storage areas in the vehicle. 10/2020 - after 5 years I still have this JGC and it has 69,000 miles. It has been a reliable vehicle after the initial issues. I drive this vehicle almost daily for commuting and recreation. I live in a 4-season climate and the JGC has done well in rain, sleet, deep snow and icy driving. It has started in temperatures as low as -40.
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A great all around SUV
Clarence Carlson, 03/18/2016
updated 04/09/2025
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
56 of 58 people found this review helpful
Update 4/8/25. I have 133,000 miles on the car. It's still running well. Body has held up. No recent repairs other than routine maintenance. Still original brakes. Still love the car. Update 4/5/24. About 117K miles. Just this week replaced thermostat after check engine lite showed up. Cost about $450. Otherwise running great and has served me well. Update 4/4/23. Now have 103K miles. Just had the 100K mile checkup and all is well. As noted last time the only problem in the first 100K miles was the radiator. Still running well. Given the astronomical cost of new cars these days I just might drive until the wheels fall off. It is said that the 2015 models had some problems but I drive the most basic JGC model, the Laredo and theres less to go wrong. Still love the car. The wife really loves it too. Update 4/1/22. With just a whisker over 90K miles I've developed my first major problem. During routine service the tech noted that the coolant reservoir was low and investigation found a small radiator leak. It has to be replaced and is a big job. Otherwise everything else on the car is working as good as it was on day one. Update 9/28/21. 84K miles. Owned 6 years. Not a single problem. I actually still have original brakes: just inspected last week during oil change and they are still good. Been driving for over 50 years and this is the best car I've owned. Plan on keeping it til the wheels come off. Update 9/26/20. Just rolled over 72K miles, had it 5 years. Absolutely not a single problem. Only in for routine oil changes, tire rotation, etc. Still love the car. Quiet, handles very well. Great for long trips. Very happy with the vehicle. Excellent in our MN winters. Highly recommended. Update 9/25/19. Owned my JGC 4 years, just rolled over 60K miles. No problems at all. Replaced the stock tires this summer. MPG combined is pretty much stuck at 23-24 in summer. On the highway, long trips, expect at least 26-27 MPG. I am as happy at the 4 year mark as I was driving off the lot. Mine is minimally equipped but very comfortable. Update 9/22/17: I've had it 2 years now. Trips to the mechanic have been for oil changes and tire rotation. Last winter went through 8 inch snow (before the plow) without any issues and honestly I have yet to spin a tire. I've owned 6 Jeeps since 1978 and this gets through bad weather better than any of them. Ave gas mileage is now 23-24 and once, while driving from Iowa to Kansas City MO I was getting 29 mpg @ 60 mph. It gives a solid ride, has great handling and is quiet. Still would recommend it. When I was shopping for this car all of the other SUV's/Crossovers on the lots had much higher sticker prices. It's a great value. What follows is my original review. I looked over all the SUV's on the market, did research for 3 months. I wanted something that held 5 passengers (don't need 7 passenger seating), decent gas mileage, reasonable creature comforts but not all the bells and whistles. Something that, if there was a sudden zombie takeover, I could drive off the road without worrying about how the car would hold up. Already had a 7 year old Patriot so I knew what I could expect in the way of service at my local Jeep dealer. I decided on a fairly basic Laredo with tow package and a few add ons. My dealer posts the bottom line no haggle price on line so I knew the cost (about three grand down from sticker). Finally saw one listed on line locally and went in to look at it. The test drive, used car evaluation (they gave me very close to book in spite of all the squeaks and rattles) and decision to buy took about 30 minutes. I've been buying cars since 1978 and this is the smoothest experience I've had to date. So what did I get? A very smooth ride: if you need a better ride you will pay much more. Great handling on dry pavement and in snow: I live in Minnesota where this is critical. Nice interior that is quiet on the road. Comfortable seats for everyone; I got the power drivers seat with adjustable lumbar support which is excellent. A peppy 3.6 L engine that does better than I really need (you have to have driven a 4 cylinder engine to appreciate this). Gas mileage: about 22-23 day to day and on one three hour trip I got 28 mpg all highway. I really like the gauges which are well done and controls are sensibly laid out. Room? I just returned from a vacation where we loaded 4 adults and all the luggage and had plenty of room. Overall I've had it six months and can't find anything I would change. So far I've not had any service issues. I did purchase an extended bumper to bumper warranty.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee a 4 Star Car in a 5 Star World
Tyler Hoffmann, 07/28/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
43 of 45 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 on July 1, 2015. Took it off the lot with 25 miles on it, next day down to the ranch for some 4x4ing, performed great (even with the stock Michelin tires). Next week I was towing my 3500lb boat and a car load of friends. Again, the Jeep performed. I also work in a higher profile office, one where we wine and dine our clients. Again the Jeep performed well, numerous comments from clients. The only faults I have had are related to the transmission. After about 1500 miles it began to clunk and shift erratically. I took it to the dealer and they performed a TCM update and it has since fixed the problem. Granted I have only owned the Jeep for less than a month, however I figured this should have been installed from the factory, not a few weeks after. If you're new to Jeeping, check out JeepForum.com, more specifically the Easter Egg section. Found alot of useful information there. MPG has been so so, around 14 in the city and 25 on the highway. Only regret is not getting one with more options, as I can see this is going to be a vehicle I will want to hold on to.
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Amazing ride
richardar6, 03/03/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Traded in 13 Kia Sorento because service center was beyond disappointing. So glad I did. I bought the Sorento to be practical, I bought this GC because I truly WANTED it. I am so glad I did. The ride improvement alone justifies my desicion. In 3 days, I've driven over 300 miles just because. I can't wait to get out of work just to drive it again. I know I sound like a kid, but I'm 45. Also, I actually have gotten thumbs up from people checking out my rims. Never would of happened in the Kia.
So far, so good!
Nancy Jo, 09/06/2015
updated 03/09/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
This is the first larger SUV that I've owned. Have always purchased the smaller models and I am absolutely thrilled with my new Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4 with the luxury package. The ride is smooth and quiet and I feel very safe driving it. I was driving home through a heavy thunderstorm the other night and the Jeep held it's own and was not blown around like a lighter vehicle would be. I am happily getting about 23 mpg at the moment and it will probably get better as the vehicle is broken in. The interior is comfortable and the navigation is very easy to use. I am very satisfied with this vehicle! Here it is two years later and I still love the vehicle. There was a recall on the gear shift but it was no issue to me. Still feel very safe and comfortable.
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Outstanding Thus Far!
TJ, 11/17/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
42 of 46 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a Summit V6 Platinium Edition. I will not bore you all with a regurgitation of all of the positive reviews. But thus far, I've nothing but very positive remarks concerning this truck. I am a long time BMW/Range Rover/Mercedes/Porsche owner/fan and believe me when I say that I am pleasantly surprised as the GC Summit has all of the amenities pound for pound of a much more expensive vehicle! I'm deeply impressed with the transmission, infotainment system, 825 HK sound system, ergonomics, etc! I paid 47K and trust me there is not a better ride per the price point! Below, I've listed my hits/misses. Pls note I test drove the RR Sport, BMW X6, Mercedes ML, Audi Q5/7 , and the Porsche Cayenne. All are fine vehicles in their own class but I chose the Summit based off of the criterion listed below coupled with the ability to take it off road. The RR Sport came in a close second but I was highly annoyed to find that it (as well as many other vehicles) utilize a sound resonator to give the vehicle a "acceleration growl". Maintenance was also a huge issue. Hands down, the BMW has the best warranty but initial cost of a similarly equipped vehicle would run over 70K. I also drove the GC SRT, V8, and V6. The SRT is a hug miss and although very aggressive, it seemed to be very clumsy. The V8 is outstanding but poor gas mileage was a deterrent. I chose the V6 as although it is short 30 HP less than the V8, it is peppy, uses regular gas, and gets over 26 MPG on the HWY. The vehicle lofts a bit (typical truck/SUV) when driving but I did not purchase for a sporty ride. I wanted a tough truck that I could utilize as a daily driver as well as take off road for the occasional camping trip. This vehicle has yet to disappoint thus far, I'm hoping the trend continues. Great Job Jeep! Hits: Air suspension, off road prowess/toughness, good looks, 825 watt sound system, ergonomics/display, usb/power ports galore, large heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, warning/safety features, heated/cooled seats, panoramic roof, voice control, multifunction display, smooth transmission, drive / ride comfort quality, and gas mileage...by the way, the V6 uses regular unleaded gas! Misses: Front seats are too boxy/boring and are the same found in some other Chrysler vehicles. There is an immediate need for thigh/side bolsters, quality of leather, the nav system is highly functional but looks cheap / cartoonish, heat/ac thermostat is not accurate, headlight washer only comes on every 12 swipes, wiper fluid is not heated, there is no dead petal for foot fatigue, the rear hatch should have an adjustable height option along with a glass panel opening option, sport mode is pretty much a waste of time, and the 36 month warranty reflects a lack of confidence in this vehicle.
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Best SUV in the class!
J.D., 12/18/2019
updated 12/27/2024
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
42 of 46 people found this review helpful
This review is for a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland with 5.7, not a 2020 with V6. No matter what you use your SUV for this is as versatile as you can get! Almost as much off road capability as the wrangler and almost as many mods available while also being quiet and great ride and handling too. (The newer extra length JGC is desirable especially if you drive long distance due to its longer wheelbase.) We have the overland model with all the off road gear of trailhawk. The hemi engine is also awesome (the V6 is also quite solid and desirable in the South as it's easier to keep it cool in the hot weather) very simple and easy to work on as it still has port FI, not direct FI and no turbos. Result is still great performance and decent mileage while not costing enormously for maintenance. This is a highly recommended SUV and is top of its class! Update as of 12/27/2024: This JGC remains the best in class. Being able to go from "sport" which lowers the vehicle 1" (it makes a difference) to raising the vehicle either 1" for OR1 or 2" for OR2 really makes this vehicle as versatile as one can get. Also putting it in OR2 is great for oil changes- no jack needed. The vehicle is now at 90,000 miles and doing great no reliability problems.
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel Overaland
Derek J. Richards, 08/09/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
I live in Montana. That should tell you a little about my driving style. Everything out here is far apart. I do a lot of driving and wanted a vehicle that can keep up with what I'm going to throw at it. Before I bought the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel Overland (JGCDO), I was on the fence. It was either the JGCDO or the 2015 Audi Q5 TDI. I test drove both, a few times. I liked the Audi's better mpg and get-up. However the towing capacity and the interior storage capacity of the Audi was a deal breaker for me. Along with not being able to put BF Goodrich All Terrain tires on the rig--they just don't make them to fit the Audi. I don't like having to put winter tires on my rig in the cold and flu season and them take them off to put another set on in the beginning of allergy season. I like to buy one set of tires every 50,000 miles. I did a lot of research on both models. The TDI engine is tried and true--been around for many years, is reliable and bullet proof. The new diesel engine that Fiat came out with in 2014 for the Grand Cherokee is not tried nor true, however they have been building diesel engines successfully for a number of years. After combing over the jeep forums, I found many people dissatisfied with their JGCDO due to warranty issues with the catalytic converter and other minor things. I decided to take the leap into the deep end and buy the 2015 JGCDO last week. I got the extended warranty to satisfy the uneasiness about the reliability and 3 year 36,000 mile factory warranty concerns I had. Even with the extended warranty the overall price of the JGCDO still came in below the cost of the Audi Q5 TDI. It would have been nice to say "I own an Audi," but when I go skiing in a few months and have to drive through a blizzard to get some fresh turns at Big Sky, I will be happy with my decision because I know the JGCDO will be able to mob through 20" of fresh snow with a little help from the adjustable air suspension and the BF Goodrich All terrain tires. I just don't know if the Audi--even with top of the line snow tires and Quattro all-wheel drive would be able to. On a side note, I took a 415 mile trip today over about 10 hours going up and down mountain passes from 5,000 to 11,000 feet above sea level. My speed ranged from around 20 to 85 mph with BF Goodrich All Terrain tires. It was mostly highway but some hard miles were up and down steep grades at high elevation doing no more than 20 mph. With two people in the car, lots of food and gear, we averaged 29.1 mpg. Take that Audi! One word of advice: If you live in a cold weather climate and are thinking about getting a JGCDO, then negotiate for the engine block heater cord to be installed before you drive it off the lot. Its fairly inexpensive (~$150 with install) and should be standard on all diesel engines but its not.
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Versatile and trouble free.
movingalong, 05/19/2015
updated 11/25/2019
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have 40000 miles in 5 years. Went from a 6 speed stick Jeep to this auto. Took a while to get used to occasionally bumping the shift handle into sport. Sport mode really turns this puppy loose. Paddle shifters are really nice in hilly country or pulling trailer when you want full control of RPMs. Sound system and iPhone paring great. Comfort and ride exceptional! Nicest car I ever owned. Really nice in snow and ice. Not bad on gas either. I like the fold down rear seats and the fact that you can fold the passenger seat back. This lets you haul longer items inside the vehicle. Still looks and feels brand new.
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Love my GC
Ashley, 03/01/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have owned several different vehicles from Ford Mustang, BMW Z3, Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma and Camry. I have always loved the look of the Grand Cherokee's but have heard many bad things. I finally started researching and comparing the 2015 GC and the 4Runner took both for a drive and immediatly fell in love with the GC. The ride, comfort, acceleration, handling jet everything was so much better than the 4Runner. I ended up getting a used 2015 GC Limited with the technology package and the luxury package. My GC had 12,000 miles on it when I bought it and was in immaculate condition. I have a 65 mile round highway commute for work everyday and live on a very ruff dirt road by the river so My Jeep takes a beating with all of the bumps, washouts and flooding. It has never made a creek or squeak and still handles and rides perfect! I now have around 50,000 miles on it and it still looks and feels like a brand new one. I've only had one thing replace in the year and a half I've had it and that was my back up camera, it was damaged from a high pressure drive through car wash around 30,000 miles and was covered under the warranty. I always get compliments on my Jeep and my friends want to take my GC when we go out because of the style and comfort. 3 of my friends have gone out and bought a Grand Cherokee of their own after riding in mine. I have never loved a vehicle more in my life and now with a little one on the way i can rest assured that my Jeep will get my baby girl around safely and comfortably! I intend to keep this vehicle for many years and will only trade into another one in the far future!
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Mike, 09/21/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee to replace my 13 Chrysler 300. Extremely comfortable in all my travels. I have used it to go off road, pull my boat, and personal need. This vehicle is comfortable on the inside. When I take clients with me they are impressed that it's a Jeep. Constantly telling me they can't believe how luxurious it is on the inside. Driving at night is awesome the headlights turn on to brights on their own. Wipers have rain sensing on them. Looked at other 4x4 vehicles and just wasn't happy with the dash setup and options offered. Best options for the money I paid. Make sure to take out the MOPAR warranty instead of the dealer warranty. Mopar covers until 2098 bumper to bumper or 999,999 miles on all major componets with $100 deductible. Take out a transmission at 150k 100 bucks to fix it. Warranty is pricey but well worth it.
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I really wanted to like the ecoDiesel
frustrated, 08/01/2020
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Like the title states, I really wanted to like the ecoDiesel. When it ran, I was able to push 30 mpg on the highway and could easily pull anything I needed. The interior of the Summit edition was very nice, compatible to other luxury SUVs. Engine ran great, until..... the dreaded ecoDiesel recall. After the recall, it was in the shop almost as much as it was in my garage. After almost 2 years of working with Jeep and the recall, replacing 14 glow plugs in 3 months, replacing, all fuel lines from the fuel tank to the engine and flashing the PCM multiple times, we finally thought we were good, until one day while pulling a trailer, the engine starts to make a horrible knock. Took it to the dealer and they informed me the engine is shot at roughly 170k miles. Appears there is a gear on the camshaft that is only held in place by friction. Once this friction breaks, bye bye engine. Mine went 170k miles with maintenance according to Jeeps recommendation. Others have stated this has happened in a few as 50k miles. First recommendation is Jeep needs to recall these engines to fix the camshaft. Until they acknowledge this and fix this issue, STAY AWAY from the ecoDiesel. Like I said, I really wanted to like this engine and suffered for over 2 years on the emissions recall thinking I could get 200k+ miles with the diesel, but the quality just isn't there for the premium price
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Exceeded my expectations
cspillman, 06/25/2015
updated 06/26/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I purchased a used 2015 V6 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4x4 California Edition. I've had the car for three weeks and love it. I drove it back from Colorado to AZ and it is fun to drive and the technology is wonderful. I have owned Audi's but the fit and finish of this car is similar and the the digital dash and user friendly interface is better than Audi. I had to call to get the UConnect transferred into my name and the level of service was amazing. No wait times and everyone was extremely friendly and professional. I did purchase an extended warranty because this is my first Chrysler product and I read some bad reviews but so far this car is the best I've owned. It's been one year and I still love this car. Gear shifter is tricky but once you get used to it you will love it. the only issue was a loose door part, more than likely from the amazing sound system. They fixed it and all is good. I was afraid about creaks after a year but still very tight and no rattles. Gas mileage a little less than hoped and I'm a big cruise guy. But still, no regrets on this purchase.
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First Jeep
skycop1226@gmail.com, 10/03/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I believe that the overall value of this vehicle comparring ride comfort, affordability and quality put it at a moderately high level. Recently moved from South Florida to the northwest corner of Arkansas. I soon realized with the approaching winter my 2015 BMW 428i coupe was not going to survive the snow and ice associated with winters in this area. Taking all the variables into account , I started researching viable four-wheel-drive SUVs. Comparing the cost-benefit ratio's and my needs as a single person, I chose the Grand Cherokee over other Jeep models and the competition. My 4 x 4 Limited is a nice mixture of the luxury amenities as well as the traditional Jeep practicality. Not 100% sold on the 20 inch wheels however. Without purchasing the upgraded off road terrain package, it was only available in the 20 inch platform. For the individual wanting to truly experience the off-road, I would recommend upgrading and purchasing the 18 inch wheels. If you're looking for a performance vehicle, the 3.6 may not be the engine for you. With fuel cost currently being as low as they are, I'm personally wishing I had purchased the V8. Must I must say, I didn't purchase it as a performance vehicle though, so the 3.6 will suffice. Interior visibility is less than optimal, but that's attributable to exterior styling. I must say, shifting the automatic transmission takes some getting used to. I actually took it back to the shop because I couldn't get it into park without getting stuck in reverse. Then going through a two-step process of reengage the "release button" and jamming it forward. After a little tutelage and practical application it was determined that it was operator error. Ha! All in all, I must say that the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a nice blend of luxury, modern styling and practical usage.
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Generally a Disappointment this Time Around
Andrew Hastings, 03/03/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
32 of 38 people found this review helpful
In the Fall of 2014 we purchased a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit and our purchase decision was based primarily on the high level of satisfaction we had from purchasing a 2012 Grand Cherokee Summit in the Fall of 2011. Simply put, we were very satisfied Jeep customers as the 2012 had exceeded all of our expectations at that time. It was a stunningly beautiful vehicle, well designed and performed flawlessly over the first three years of ownership. The 2012 had experienced only two service required issues. One to replace a prematurely wearing seat bottom (warranty at 20,000 miles) and the second a failed heat diverter (owner cost, out of warranty). Other than that it was gas, oil and go for over 100,000 miles in a little under 3 years. At this point (Fall of 2015) we decided to replace my wife's 2013 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab 4x4 with a second Summit and became the proud owners of a new Grey one but this time equipped with the Hemi V8. This upgrade in power really changed the performance of the Grand Cherokee positively and surprisingly only resulted in around a 2 mpg loss in fuel economy which was quite amazing. Most of our driving with both Jeeps is purely highway and the V6 averages around 24.5 while the V8 comes in at around 22.5 with both running at around 70 mph on relatively flat terrain. This sadly is where the good news ends. It is hard to believe that these two vehicles were built in the same factory. The difference in quality is immediately quite evident. Paint quality on the 2015 is quite frankly "poor". Botchy and thin paint gives the vehicle a mottled look...as a matter of fact the factories inability to produce a quality paint finish caused them to cease production on several colors during the 2015 model year. This vehicle came new from the factory with more squeaks, rattles and strange noises than our 2012 had after 100,000 miles of driving. After a couple of months ownership the navigation system began giving false readings and this defect spread into all functions within the radio, navigation, heater A/C screen finally culminating in all functions in-operative and a pure black screen. It took numerous "Updates", trips to 4 different dealers and finally a complete radio/nav, heater A/C module and screen replacement authorized by Jeep Engineering in Detroit to remedy. During one service attempt the Jeep was in a dealership out of service for almost 2 weeks...not a ringing endorsement for an almost $60,000 vehicle....!!!!! Moving on, the 8 speed transmission exhibits a nasty habit of refusing to upshift through the gears from a dead stop. Upon accelerating it stays firmly in 1st gear and will only come out after pulling over, putting the vehicle into park and then attempting to drive forward through the gears again. Updates to this point have failed to cure the issue. This leads into the electronic gear shift itself. Quite frankly, it is a very dangerous feature of this generation Jeep Grand Cherokee and has been changed completely for the 2016 model year. The chances of a failed complete move to park has resulted in injuries to Jeep owners exiting their vehicle thinking it is park when it is in fact in reverse. A very poor design since eliminated by Jeep. Summing up the 2015 Summit I can only say it is an enigma for sure. We want very much to love it especially with the performance of the Hemi V8 which makes it a really fun SUV to drive. Additionally the size and configuration of a SUV and in particular this SUV is perfect for our use. But, the issues we have had with the vehicle are not what we expected from a highly awarded and expensive vehicle. If I may, I would like to shift gears (pardon the pun) back to the 2012 Summit. Shortly after buying the 2015 the "engine warning light" on the dash of the 2012 came on and a distinct engine misfire became evident. A trip to the Jeep dealer netted a diagnosis of a failed cylinder head which was a defect in the early V6 Pentastar engines and which is covered by a Jeep/Chrysler extended warranty (150,000 miles). All costs involved in replacing the left side cylinder head are covered by this extended warranty but this dealership added additional repairs (which I agreed to) and which added an "out of pocket" expense of over $600.00 to the engine repair. Also the 2012 GC had developed an annoying rattle in the rear end which they diagnosed as worn and loose shock absorbers that they replaced at a cost of $700.00 (again authorized my myself). Now if the cost of shock replacement wasn't bad enough, when the vehicle was picked up the rattle was still there. Not to mention that when I checked part pricing for the shock absorbers themselves, the OEM shocks they installed cost $138.00 each while a neighboring Jeep dealer quoted them at $96.00 They claim their dealership has its own part pricing matrix. Simply put, the poor quality was bad enough but the recent servicing we experienced cost Jeep a customer...we have purchased our last Jeep product.
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Jeepers Not Creepers
Chris West, 08/26/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is my very first American car. I have been smitten with this iteration of the GC since it came out and bit the bullet earlier this month on a brand new 2015 Overland 4x2 V6. I initially was going in for the V8 but felt the V6 had enough power since I was not planning to tow anything. Overall I love the vehicle. The technology package is really awesome and I don't know how I lived without Adaptive Cruise control before. The auto start is a jewel to have as the cabin cools down in hot Texas by the time I get inside. Everyone who gets inside is impressed with the stitching, the pano roof, and the comfort. Two things to watch for. Just the other night I hit the button to open the power tailgate and it tried to open but didn't. I hit the button again and it opened with no problem so I'll be watching that. The other thing is the center console is ultra flimsy. I just know it will break a few times before I get rid of the vehicle. When you open it, it is very weak and wobbly so that needs to be addressed. Other thank that I'm in love and hope to have many miles of happy driving.
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Great Vehicle... Highly Recomended
Ryan Fraser, 12/27/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
Short history - I traded in a 2015 Tahoe LTZ for this car. Traded in the Tahoe with only 10,000 miles on it, after numerous problems, rattles, quality issues, etc. Even with taking a major loss on the Tahoe, I am still so glad to have purchased my Grand Cherokee. I have had the Jeep for exactly a year, and have just recently passed the 20,000 mile mark. I can honestly say this is the best car I have ever owned. Great ride quality, comfortable cabin, intuitive controls and features. The list goes on and on. The interior quality of the jeep makes my old top-of-the-line Tahoe look cheap. When driving over railroad tracks, the brand new Tahoe rattled like a tool box! Not my jeep - Not one rattle, even after 20,000 miles. This car is a blast to drive, and is very capable off road as well. The Air suspension is a great feature! Highly recommended!
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Improved on Perfection
zimzub, 09/13/2014
updated 03/14/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Time and time again after my first Jeep all roads have led back to Jeep. Having had a 2011 overland I now tested a Audi Q5, Lexus Rx350, BMW X3, Toyota Highlander, Acura MDX, all competitors and for what I need hands down again no comparison I purchased Jeep again. I was actually wishing I found something I enjoyed driving more as I like variety but nothing met my needs like the Jeep. A true multi purpose strong unstoppable comfortable luxurious vehicle.
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Awesome Jeep
G Adkins, 07/21/2015
updated 07/24/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
First Jeep Grand Cherokee. Overland. 4X4. V8. I love this SUV. Great value It is comparable to BMW, Mercedes and Porsche. The cost is much less but performance is great. I have had no problems with the Jeep. Great acceleration. Just did 3000 mile road trip, very comfortable. No problem with long hill climbs fully loaded V8 easily keeps speed and accelerates well. One episode of electronic trouble, adjustable wheel stopped working for a little while but started working again. ????? No other problems. AC went out on cross country trip. Dealer in Utah did not find a problem, recharged no further problems.
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Nice SUV, like its Man-look
Leon, 02/22/2016
updated 02/23/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Overall a comfortable experience with purchasing and riding of this car. Only have it for one month and put on 700 miles. Best look SUV ever! Only thing not so satisfied is, city MPG is kinda poor, only 15+ at local. Update: After a year of use with about 16k miles on it. had three oil changes and two tire rotations. No problems so far. Minor complaints are: 1. poor paint work. rock chips appeared within 3k miles. 2. sometimes jerking shifting at lower gears. 3. Overall poor MPG at locals, especially during winter, only 14-15.
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The American Land Rover - Updated 2/1/2021
Ceaseuno, 02/01/2019
updated 02/02/2021
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my overland certified preowned. I love everything about the car expect two things. The electronic shifter (no longer found in newer models) and the v6 engine. It is underpowered and the mpg is mediocre however the 16’ and newer models received a more efficient and powerful v6. So if you buy a 15’, go with the hemi v8 (no loss in efficiency compared to v6) but if you buy a 16’ and up, the v6 is the way to go if you want a mix of power and efficiency. Lastly, since I bought the overland edition which is loaded with tech and the air suspension system, I bought an extended warranty on top of the power train cpo warranty through my credit union as a safety net and piece of mine in the event one of those air bags or another piece of tech goes out. 2/1/2021 Update 68k miles, purchased with 38k: I don't mind the v6 anymore - it provides a decent amount of power and achieves good fuel economy. The transmission though, not so great. I know understand now what other people have said about jerky/slow shifts from a stop-start position especially after starting the car. The driver side seat warmer no longer works. The driver side headrest has burst open on a few different occasions but it didn't cause any injuries or accidents. It can be put back in position with some muscle. The doors creak when they open and close, sometimes very loud depending on the temperature outside. I dropped my extended warranty because there are so many exclusions of what is covered that its not worth it. I've put 40k miles on it since purchase in late 2018 and I haven't had any catastrophic issues that left me stranded. The transmission worries me though, I feel like it will prematurely fail at some point.
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Great SUV For the Money
Sunshine, 03/28/2018
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This jeep has been a great value with low maintenance. It's lacking some power when I really need it especially when merging in traffic. It's been very low maintenance as well. Next time i'll buy a Jeep with more power.........
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Jeep is best SUV I ever had
msolomon@stevensandgoldwyn.com, 11/09/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have had acura, lexus, land rover and porsche suvs. The jeep was the best by far...love that ride, handling, minimal maintenance issues.
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Awesome diesel technology and advanced safety tech
Mark Vikse, 04/12/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee High Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I researched all luxury SUV's and have owned Lexus, BMW, Chevy, Acura, and Nissan in the past. This diesel GK Overland High Altitude model is amazing! Has more high tech and safety and infotainment features than all the competitors at a better price point. Love the torque, acceleration and great gas mileage and towing abilities and FCA makes by far the best and most intuitive U Connect infotainment system out there. I read all the negative reviews on here regarding the issues w the diesel and 8 speed tranny on the 2014, but these have been fixed on the 15, 16 models. Go buy one, you won't be disappointed and I love the adaptive cruise control and collision warning, etc.... Great SUV!
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Great ride, comfort and everything I wanted
Melanie K, 06/20/2017
updated 06/29/2020
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I was driving a 2015 Cadillac SRX AWD, and this is my first jeep. The Caddy was fully loaded, wanted to keep it, but the lease residual was greater than the market :-(. Looked at the Jeep many times over the years and came zzzzisss close a couple of times. Now took the plunge and so very glad I did. Roomier cargo area and that's important for hauling 2 90 lb. German Shepherds, plus a Lab and a Boston (doesn't everyone buy a car to fit their dogs?!). The car had higher mileage than I initially was looking for, but when I test drove the car, the ride and acceleration sold me. Whoever was the previous owner babied this car, no dings, scratches, anywhere. Love the panorama roof, and the interior space is roomy and comfortable. Good line of sight all the way around. The navigation, I'm not that impressed with -- too many steps to get from pt A to pt B when entering your destination, but it does get you to where you're going, ultimately. Controls on the console, especially raising the car when driving on terrain, keep getting stepped on by my Boston, but that's my problem. Instrumentation, like any other auto, have to figure it out, set it, and then you're okay. Car runs very quiet, no rattles. Sound system is very nice. I wanted a car that had good resale value, great curb appeal, and was built to go 100K miles, so I could drive it and drive it. As a former owner of Mercedes, BMW and Cadillac, love this car. No regrets. Yet. SEVEN MONTH UPDATE: same as above. Happy with the ride, storage, no mechanical problems, still not crazy about the navigation, heated seats and steering column are auto and work great. Have more gizmos than I use or need, but still very pleased with my purchase. 2020 UPDATE: still very pleased with the car. I've probably put 7000 miles on it in three years. Everything works great. Comfortable ride. Good acceleration. Navigation is still irritable and too many screens to go through to customize what you want. But otherwise, very pleased.
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Great on the outside!
SmooveM, 11/27/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
Great looking vehicle. Very poor quality control at the factory. Within a week of owning the vehicle we realized the navigation screen was actually freezing, it didn't respond to touch. The entire touch screen was replaced, no problems since. Next the transmission was recalled due to a software update. The Jeep would sometimes still be in D when people thought it was parked. Sounds ridiculous but it actually happened to me once while I was jumping a friends car off in front of me. I almost rolled forward and hit their car. So this week the evaporation vent solenoid is being replaced. I was receiving a check engine light warning. Inititally, I was told the gas cap probably was just left open. They reset it and I went on my way, after I was on my way, I realized hmmm, there is no gas cap. So a week later, back in the shop getting this repaired. While they were fixing that, I asked the service adviser to check the AC. It's makes this weird depressurization noise about every 20 seconds. They found a leak in the compressor, it is being replaced. Now, all these problems have been covered under warranty so far. I have 31k miles on the vehicle at this point and I take meticulously good care of my cars. I guess I'm stuck wondering what will happen when it's not under warranty? Yeah, stay clear. Beautiful car though, really nice from a design standpoint, if it only was reliable...
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HORRIBLE ELECTRONIC SHIFTING SYSTEM
Paul, 03/25/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
26 of 34 people found this review helpful
I strongly suggest that you should not purchase one of these vehicles until the terrible, dangerous, unreliable, finicky electronic shift program is changed. 1) Every time I start this Jeep and pull back the console shift lever to put it in drive, nothing happens the first time. I have to repeat this action twice to get the transmission into Drive. Because this shift lever is not connected mechanically to the transmission, it relies on sensors to read what position (Park, Drive, Reverse, Neutral...) you are trying to get the transmission to shift to. This system is either very poorly designed, is made up of faulty components, is poorly programmed, or (you fill in the blank...) When I want to back up, it often takes several tries to get the vehicle to move into the Reverse position. With almost every other automatic transmission ever built, there is a detent, or notch that you feel when shifting into a different gear. Not so with this terrible design. The console shift lever has a 'Home" position that is resides in until you try to convince it to "sense" the gear that you're trying to shift to. When I am going through an automatic car wash and get to the end, I can't just move the transmission from neutral to drive quickly to get out of the way of the vehicle that is just 2-3 feet behind me. NO. Instead I have to push the button on the shift lever (no big deal) AND step on the brake pedal before I can get it into Drive!!! This really freaks out the driver behind me, often causing them to hit their brakes when they see my brake lights come on. Since they are still on the transport system of the car wash, this then crashes the car wash drive and they have to stop and reset their system. I have owned close to 40 cars and trucks, most of them with automatic transmissions. I have NEVER had one that requires the driver to step on the brake pedal when shifting from Neutral to Drive. This is stupid, cumbersome and DANGEROUS. I have taken this vehicle to the dealer many times, asking them to fix these problems, only to be told that pretty much everyone who owns one of these has brought it back with the same request for "repairs". The answer is that there is NO REPAIR or adjustment available. They actually designed it to work this way. I wish I had not purchased this vehicle and feel sorry for everyone who has one. If there is any good news in this at all, it is that our lovely Federal Government is now engaged in an "Engineering Review" of all the complaints about this vehicle's electronic shift program to see if it needs to be elevated to a RECALL. I don't know how it can't be.
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LOVE the Jeep .. love MY price .. a LITTLE nervous
B Rich, 11/18/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
Please take my review as a super-initial one, as I just purchased my Jeep yesterday as a surprise for my wife. I'm always on Edmund's reading up on cars so i wanted to write one after reading other reviews on the GC. First, at first glance, this SUV is absolutely awesome. I got a silver Limited with the Luxury II package, black interior for less than 40k (last one on the lot, they're trying to get rid of them before the 16's, I was already pre-approved, etc). The stance and LED run lamps really set this vehicle off. Not a huge fan of the plastic molding along the bottom (wouldn't look as bad if I had a black one) or the single exhaust pipe but they're not dealbreakers obviously. Love the brake lights as well. The interior is pretty plush. Few " cheap bits" here and there but not really noticeable if you're not a car person or have owned higher end cars. This is my first time owning a vehicle with ventilated seats or paddle shifters so I'm anxious to try those out. The panoramic roof is an option I never really considered before but it definitely wowed my wife when she realized it was there. It was fun going through all the display configurations both directly in front and on the 8.4" screen. We wont be getting used to EVERYTHING it can do for a good while I think. One thing that absolutely cracked me up was no CD player. I guess from having Bluetooth, an SD card slot, integrated music apps, aux ports, etc, they figure no one really wants CD players. But we do! Both me and my wife laughed about it after looking in every logical place for it. Reminds me of when we started seeing less and less cars with cassette decks. I saw someone mention not having a liftgate button on their key fob, but mine does so I'm not sure if that's just an option/package thing. Glad the liftgate also goes back up if there's an obstruction (read: kids). The Uconnect seems to be a GREAT investment if you can get it. That would be a long paragraph in itself so definitely research it. All in all, just great looking, great feeling car. Could have got a Limited without the Luxury package or even a Laredo and probably been satisfied. The additional options just take it over the top and this is a vehicle we plan to have for a long while so why not. I can only imagine how the Overland and Summit folks feel about theirs. I just personally feel like, at the price I got it for, this vehicle cannot be beat. I'm VERY nervous about the reliability and transmission issues I've heard about (when we parked it for the night, it had 19 miles on the dash). I hope to report back that I'm one of the lucky ones with no issues. I heard the same thing about Dodge Chargers in 2011, but I bought one new and didn't have anything major go wrong. Just a few little gremlins the dealership took care of no sweat. If I can say the same or better about this vehicle then it's absolutely a hit.
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Looks Great But!!!
Ron, 03/22/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
I really wanted one of these. My son has a 2014 Grand Cherokee Limited and i fell in love with it. The overall ride, comfort, features. So I did a lot of different car shopping and settled on a 2015 Grand Cherokee Limited in Red, the color I really wanted. I got a good deal. Second day I had it I could not program the memory seats. Took it back to the dealer which was great, salesman and service manager looked at it for about 30 minutes and could not get it to work so I had to make an appointment to bring it in. Few days later smelling oil from the vehicle in my garage. Looked underneath it and oil dripping from it. Took it right down to dealer as it is close to my home and they brought it right in and said my power steering pump was leaking and they would have to replace the entire pump. 700 miles and new pump. Said I could drive it as they would have to order part would have it in a day or 2. So I go to take it in in 2 days and a puddle of oil by my back tire. My rear shock was bad, they had to replace that also. So 2 major things with under 1000 miles on it. The power seats the push pin connector was bent. Now fast forward I have 3000 miles on it and my front tire was at 9 lbs thought I picked up a nail or something so took it to dealer. They found nothing in tire so thought it was the valve stem, replaced it. well next day tire low again and the next day low again. Back at the dealer today for low tire issue. I think I may have a lemon. I hope this is it with the problems. I had Subarus for the last 3 years with not 1 problem. I buy this car and nothing but problems in the first month. I really like the vehicle but I am hating the inconvenience and the poor reliability. Paid a lot of money for this. The dealer has been great so far.
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Awsom
snoopy31t, 11/29/2014
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
I now have 534 miles on my 2015 GC Overland and love it. The only thing I forgot to request when I ordered it was a CD player. I ordered my GC, exactly as what I wanted, from the dealer, and I thought a CD was a standard feature but it isn't and must be ordered separately. However the Satellite Radio more than compensates for it. With the SD slot that it has perhaps songs can be recorded and played through it. I am still checking that out. Otherwise I am very well satisfied with my Overland and it came to the dealer in less than a month and is EXACTLY as I ordered it.
I got a Hemi!
Tony Wheeler, 11/13/2015
updated 05/16/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
6 month ownership review: I have just under 7000 miles on my Jeep now. I am still loving it. No warranty issues so far and no fuss. I took it in recently for its first oil change. Driving it on the highway is a pleasure. The cabin is dead quiet at highway speeds and the stereo cranks out some great sounding tunes. The seats are comfortable on long trips, short trips and everything in between. Ride height and view of the road is perfect. I had the front door glass tinted. The high roof line allows the hot Southeast sun to come into the side glass even in the middle of the day during the winter months. The tint took a lot of that heat and glare away. The Hemi is really coming alive now as the engine and drivetrain have broken in with some miles. I have no issue with the electronic shifter myself. I like the sleek look it gives the center console. __________________ I searched and test drove just about every SUV model offered. I just couldn't find something that excited me. I decided to take a look at the Jeep and was pleasantly surprised at the build quality, fit and finish, and overall appearance. Finally, an exciting SUV. I am enjoying my new Summit 4X4 V8 Hemi immensely. This is my first Jeep and my first Chrysler product since I drove a 1966 Plymouth Fury in High School. I had an X5 for over 9 years. I like the Jeep better. I also love the V8 Hemi engine although it is a bit thirsty. Still, the torque and the growl of the engine makes me forget all about fuel economy. I'm sure it will improve as this Jeep breaks in. The interior is plush and great looking. I like the look and feel of the leather dash. The HK stereo is truly audiophile grade. Combined with the quiet cabin the music is clear and detailed like I'm sitting in my living room. The only thing I notice is the navigation takes a good minute to boot up and the stereo is slow to start if playing from an iPod or an SD card. That seems surprisingly slow this day and age. The air suspension seems to give the Jeep the best of everything. The ride is solid but not harsh. The handling is firm and sporty. I like to take the curves hard and this Jeep holds the road well. The interior is the quietest of any car I have ridden in. Even at highway speeds a whisper can be heard across the cabin. All in all a very impressive vehicle. I don't know about reliability yet but several coworkers have been driving Jeeps with no issues. That was enough to go for it.
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2015 Overland
wop_job, 08/17/2014
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
25 of 33 people found this review helpful
Picked up the new 2015 Overland about a month ago. Without a doubt, this is a great SUV. I've read all of the reviews and I honestly don't understand all of the negativity.This Jeep runs smooth and strong, mileage is very acceptable, and the comfort is outstanding. Blind spot monitoring, adaptable cruise control, user friendly interface, and many more features make this SUV stand out amongst its rivals. I have had no issues with transmission, electrical,or any of the other great features. Maybe I'm just lucky, but I absolutely love this ride. So far, so good.
Traded it after 22k miles.
Steve, 06/01/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
I believe the 2015 Grand Cherokee is one of the finest looking SUV on the market. The Overland with V8 is a 90k dollar vehicle in a 50k dollar price range. Ride quality, design, and performance are excellent. However the fuel economy is terrible. In town was 13 at best highway 18 combined 14. After 5000 miles there was blow by smoke on star up. Dealer said it was normal. After 10.000 miles strange rattle in dash. Dealer couldn't locate noise. When running at low speeds in Eco mode loud vibration under driver seat. I had the vehicle for 18 months just traded it for 2016 F150 3.5 Ecoboost. More HP and torq plus 3 to 5 MPG better in all areas. Plus a 0 to 60 in 6.2 seconds in a full size 4 door 4x4 truck. Full second faster than the jeep. Worlds better 4x4 and better overall vehicle.
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Dangerous shifting lever
John Connaughton, 12/31/2015
updated 02/06/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
Test the shifting lever which is electronic, when shifting from park to drive 90% of the time if goes to "N". When shifting from "D to "P" it will stop at "R" and if you are not careful and double check the shifter and try to turn the motor off prior to getting out the car will start moving backwards. The dealer tells me they all operate this way. I have owned many Jeep Cherokee over the years and this will be the last. Not good at all. Correction this is a 2015 model I have traded this jeep and purchased a Lexus because of the dangerest condition I had too many close calls? This is same type of Jeep that backed over the actor in Calf. I am looking for a Class Action lawsuit to recover some of the money I lost
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My First Jeep
Bill, 08/26/2015
updated 02/27/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
The appearance and the quality construction are excellent. The ride is smooth and quiet. The entertainment center is extremely user friendly and has a myriad of options. I had a Hyundia Santa Fe Limited and it was nice, but nothing like the quality of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. So far I am extremely happy with my Jeep. I am disappointed that a 2015 Limited did not come with day-light running lights, poor safety design.
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Driven Jeep 50,000 miles so far.
Ashley Soop, 02/14/2019
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love the overlan. Best vehicle I ever owned and I have had a lot of them. The one huge problem is the front roof supports create a huge blind spot on both sides of the car. The roof columns are very wide, add to that the side view mirrors add to the driver having to be very aware of making turns and people crossing the street because together the visibility is very limited. It can actually block your view by hiding a car or pedestrian crossing the street from your view. It’s my one big complaint with the vehicle. The other complaint is the shifter. It’s awkward , sometimes difficult. The good news in the 2016 model they fixed the problem. Even so I’m nuts about the car. One warning. You should put the best tires available on this vehicle. It makes a world of difference.
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Better than the others
jack Derry, 12/10/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I looked at the other offerings an could not find anything that could come close in quality and price. Try it and you will buy it.
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Are these seats even leather.
Vera, 07/14/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The leather on the seats shriveled within month of owning this brand NEWWW CAR . They are refusing to help and preventing me from going through warranty. Anyone else with same problem seen plenty of these cars. Such a shame.
15 CG Limited Best Vehicle I've Ever Owned
JoeH23, 02/26/2019
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Now at 112,000 miles and still look forward to driving this beauty every day. No issues at all. Still same brake pads even how can that be possible? I drive lots of unpaved roads and in all sorts of winter conditions and this is like a mountain goat so sure footed. Now at 105,000. Love it more. No problems. Look forward to driving this 2015 Grand Cherokee V6 Limited every day. Now at 100300 miles and all is good. Love it still. Ok, now i'm at 90,000 miles and my Grand is still the best vehicle I have ever owned. Everyone i know falls in love with it. I know many people who have purchased or are looking at them because of mine. I still look forward to driving this everyday 4 years into ownership! Never imagined that. No issues. Seamless Bluetooth, SXM, GPS. The only problem is sometimes I don't want to get out of it. The deep (pearl?) black has flecks in it almost that still makes it look amazing. Great shape to the body, very handsome and rugged. Did i mention I pulled a friend from deep in a marsh the other day? I had to drive in with mud and Marsh mud (not normal mud, much more sticky) up to bottom of my doors! I put it in 4wd low and crawled out with my friend in tow. No problem. Amazing Quadra Trac 2 system, not some mall parking lot AWD crud. Old Review: My new 12 camry needed all new brakes, new transmission all by 40K. This GC is at 80K with just a few drips of coolant, fixed. Amazing. I drive Hard too. And even take it off road. And in Boston traffic, ugh. Best Ever for me. I have 32" tires on so hurts mpg by 1mpg.
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This Jeep is a Safety Hazard
R Miller, 03/18/2017
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
16 of 21 people found this review helpful
Redbird2455 Mar 10, 1:14 PM PST Since purchasing a Jeep Grand Cherokee in April of 2015 the forward collision warning system has engaged approximately 6-10 times, with flashing lights, warning on the dash and audible alarms when a vehicle traveling a good length in front of my Jeep was turning right and I was going straight on a city street. Although it has been an adrenaline raising situation I had not had it in for service just because of the hassle of doing so. On February 16, 2017 the vehicle crash avoidance system and brake mitigation engagement which included flashing lights, a warning on the dash, audible alarms and now abrupt, hard sustained braking occurred on a highway at 55 mph. I was nearly rear ended, as there was no reason for this very abrupt, hard braking. I immediately took it to the dealer, Transit Town Jeep in Williamsville, NY where I had purchased it, for service. Of course, all systems checked out fine. The next day following my service visit the same thing happened with all the alarms, lights and abrupt hard braking, (slamming on the brakes) but this time there had been no vehicle in front of me or anywhere around. I was on a two lane rural road traveling at 45mph with no vehicle approaching in the oncoming lane and no parked vehicles on either side of the road. There were no objects on the shoulder or side of the road. There was absolutely nothing to set this “safety system” off. It's very stressful driving a vehicle that may brake hard at any moment for no reason and you have absolutely no control. I took the vehicle back to the same dealer and we went through the same process. After four days, on February 24th the dealer informed me again that nothing could be found to be wrong and that I should pick up my vehicle. The vehicle is still at Transit Town Jeep, as it is not safe to drive. On February 24th I called the FCA Customer Assistance Center and opened a claim. By March 8th I was notified there was no problem with the vehicle, because the technicians could not get the vehicle to engage the anti-collision system while they test drove it. As of today, March 10, the vehicle sits in my driveway as it is a safety hazard. If I were traveling 55 mph with a tractor trailer or large truck behind me and this system engaged, I would probably not live to complain about it. I have 14 months left on a lease that they will not let me out of, so I am stuck. In researching this dangerous safety issue I have learned that this exact problem has happen to others beginning in 2014. It is not a common occurrence; therefore there has been no official recall by Chrysler. It’s interesting that there does not seem to be a remedy either. I have also learned that if you choose to use this collision avoidance system in your vehicle, you need to turn it on each and every time the vehicle is started. I have never “turned this feature on”, which leads me to ask why is this system dangerously and improperly engaging when it isn’t even turned on? Jeep has not stood behind their product and have given no indication that they are at all concerned about this vehicles safety hazard.
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee is Superb!
dgsatl, 10/30/2014
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
13 of 17 people found this review helpful
I had my concerns about purchasing a new 2015 model after reading reviews about the 2014, but I'm so glad I have the faith to move forward! I've been driving my 2015 JGCherokee and it's the most enjoyable vehicle I've had in a long, long time. Please note that the on-board computer system does not work well with wi-fi, and you'll have to leave any I phone's wi-fi setting in the off position, otherwise, you will encounter some computer, Siri, volume not turning off-stuck etc. This freaked me out at first and thought the 2014 issues had not been resolved, but this was the culprit for me. Anyway, the car is a dream and I love it, love it, love it! Just wanted to write these details.
Pillars Block Vision
carm2, 03/27/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
23 of 33 people found this review helpful
I've been driving my Limited Jeep Cherokee for a year and really love it with a couple of exceptions. The pillars on the front windshield really block my vision significantly. I've driven over curbs more times than I like to admit. Also, even though I knew the cargo space was amongst the smallest for this size SUV, it's worse than I thought. All in all, knowing what I know now, I would not have purchased this car after all.
MY JEEP MADE MOTION SICK!!!
JD, 02/27/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Jeep 2015 Grand Cherokee Laredo last September 2015, and I was very happy about it cause I was purchasing an American made vehicle. It was my first jeep. After driving for one day, I went back to the dealership service department to find out what that little motor sounding noise was under the hood. Don't you know that no one there could tell me what it was? This sound comes and goes and I was stuck living with it thinking it was just something normal about it. Then after driving for a week or two, I felt as thought I was driving a manual car. When slowing down and coming to a stop, the transmission would shift kind of weird. As it was shifting down and I could feel that jerky motion it in my head and it was making me motion sick. This went on for a while and I wasn't sure what to do. So I took it to service where it was determined that my car needed a "software update". But after getting my car back, it was back to the same old thing. So I wrote to jeep about the problem and was told to take it back to service. So I did just that and I had two service people drive with me while I drove my car. The first person tried to blame the problem on the road surface. But then the second person, who told me that he too experienced motion sickness during his life and he drove with me and I told him about the transmission and how it was kind of jerky when I slow and brake to a stop. He told me that Jeep had changed their transmission to eight speed and that eventually will be going to a nine speed transmission. And these are his words, "the new transmission is more jerky". I had to agree with him. So after this, Jeep consumers office contacted me and told me that they were unable to help me because my car was okay and there was nothing to repair. What a joke I thought. I spend all this money for a lousy car that I thought was high quality when in fact it wasn't. Since I couldn't drive this car anymore, I had to trade it in for a more reliable "Japanese" car and I know I'll be happy with it. And at lease I won't have to get "software updates" for it. I'm so happy with that. Jeep, you're history for me!!!
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I love my Grand Cherokee Summit
Bernard Jones, 11/24/2015
updated 12/02/2021
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love my 2015 GC Summit. The navigation system could be much better resolution wise. Maps are dangerously outdated. On the other hand, this vehicle is a joy to drive and looks fantastic. No reliability issues whatsoever. UPDATE 11/30/17: I purchased an updated nav map from HERE a few weeks ago. It is still missing highways changes that have been in place for several years. Directions are still kind of crazy at times. It seems I wasted my money on the update. Otherwise, still happy.
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Think TWICE before keeping a 2015 past Warranty
SAYNOTOJEEP, 09/17/2018
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
ELECTRICAL REPAIRS ON THE Jeep Grand Cherokee will RUN YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS outside of the Warranty Period. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!Your nice Grand Cherokee will turn into a LEMON overnight and the Dealership will RAKE IN THE DOLLARS. I can not recommend the Grand Cherokee as a vehicle to keep long term.
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Cheap looking same old design
Arthur Sentle, 11/11/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
Friend bought a 2006 GC brand new that I fell in love with. It was a basic model but did have the 4x4 and towing packages. 9 years later and now that I could afford one, I bought a 2015. I wish I would have had the opportunity and had at least a two day test drive period. First of all Fiat has cheapened the exterior by eliminating the dual exhausts and adding that ugly plastic trim along the bottom. Next the Uconnect is a nightmare especially since the heated seats and other options aren't controlled by a physical knob. The dash squeaks so I know as my Jeep ages these squeaks will become really annoying. The steering wheel is too thick, your hands become sore after a long drive. Even with the lumbar and other seat controls, your back is sore after two or more hours of constant driving. Cheap interior trim and my leather seats are starting to crack in the FL heat and humidity. The dealer just repaired my transmission.... others have had the same problem... and now the A/C compressor is bad. It keeps recycling every 15 seconds as if there is not enough refrigerant in the system. Anyone who is really serious about buying this model or other Chrysler Fiat models, read the Consumer Report reviews. You'll change your mind in an instant. As with all Chrysler products, their styling is stuck in the mid 2000's.
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First Jeep owned
Megan , 12/01/2021
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased my 2015 summit 4x4 by a private seller. This SUV was in such amazing condition and had 56k miles on in when purchased. Everything has worked perfectly and have had no complaints. I was precautious because I looked and researched some of the problems this year model had with the transmission and other recalls it has had but thankfully this SUV has been amazing. The previous owner had no issues at all.
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REALLY wanted to like it... but didn't
John Cash, 11/01/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
15 of 22 people found this review helpful
I really wanted to like the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Having come from a similarly sized SUV that treated us well for 12 years, I really wanted to upgrade our technology and other features we didn't have. The dealer let me take the Jeep home for 24 hours to decide. Unfortunately the Jeep drives poorly -- it rolls severly in turns and is not quick or zippy like you'd think given the engine. It also drives like a car much bigger than it is. It doesnt help that the steering wheel is incredibly thick. I dont know how any one would want to drive this day in and day out. It's really too bad because the Jeep does come with a TON of features and is a great value for what you get, from that aspect. And the Jeep LOOKS good. Recommendation is to really make sure you've given it a proper test drive before buying. I was *this* close to buying but decided to take the dealer's offer to drive it for a day.
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3.0 Ecodiesel Review 1
c12ack, 05/19/2015
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
13 of 19 people found this review helpful
First Jeep/Chrysler. First 4x4. First diesel. Bought new. Build date: 04/18/2015. Odometer: 381mi Previous SUV: 2007 Escalade. Was hesitant to pull the trigger. Reading bad reviews for 2014 model (electronics/Uconnect/tranny, etc.). So far so good. Diesel/tranny responds quick. Diesel lag is normal. Picks up quick on the highway to overtake or merge. So far averaging 26.5mpg 55-60% highway. Expect it to go up. Uconnect and drivers display is large, informative and sleek. Quick response to user input. Air suspension drops for easy passenger entry/exit. Overall cabin is spacious. Nice leather trim. Convenient/luxury features. Can't wait for 2nd review.
Heated front seats?
Lynda, 02/12/2016
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
If your looking for heated front seats that you can actually feel heat, don't buy this one. The sensor is placed so far under the seat you can't feel it. However, when it comes to ventilation, instant cold. I have had the car a month and had the battery replaced and two dealerships saying sorry the seat is heated to its specifications (106 at the sensor) but sorry you can't feel it. We used a thermal heat sensor on it and sorry, but 96 degrees doesn't constitute a heated seat nor should be advertised as such!
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