2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

Name: 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review
Brand: Jeep

Price Range: $17,977 - $34,590

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While the 2020 Grand Cherokee was once a class leader, its age is starting to show. It's still sturdy and very off-road-capable, but we recommend upgrading from the standard V6 engine to one of the available V8 powertrains for a bit more gusto. The most appealing value can be found in the the middle of the JGC's lineup with the Limited and the Trailhawk.

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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

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What's new

Optional diesel engine is no longer available
Part of the fourth Grand Cherokee generation introduced for 2011

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.17 per gallon for regular unleaded in Montana.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Montana

$179/mo

$173/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#32 out of 32 among Midsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Jeep Grand Cherokee from 2008-2022.}

$566/yr

vs. $485/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.54x/yr

vs. 1.18x/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

16.1%

vs. 13.5%
for Average Midsize SUV

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.3

49 reviews

5(74%)

4(12%)

3(0%)

2(4%)

1(10%)

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Amazing vehicle does exactly what it says

Jesse Dirom, 06/06/2020

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

I work in the Oil and Gas sector in Alberta and drive this vehicle up and down mountain roads, lease roads and over rig mat’s summer, winter, fall (Spring is typically slow for me). It handles well on highway, looks great downtown Calgary, handles great in the bush and with the right tires is glued to the road in the worst conditions. I am also an avid skier and mountain biker with a son …

Sting (G)Ray

David in NJ, 10/10/2019

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

Purchased my 6th GC since 04, each shows improvement in design, performance and appearance....Sting Gray, great color with black trim...6 cylinder Altitude, Pentastar, towpackage.So far very satisfied with my purchase.Tows a 4500 pound. Travel Trailer (22FT Airstream), no issues. Love the larger touch screen and added technology added since my 2014.

Learned from Fiat & Mercedes

MGP, 02/09/2020

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4dr SUV 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

My fourth Jeep (third Grand Cherokee). This latest iteration has 500 miles on it to date and has an exceptional quality-made interior and currently is getting 18.9 mpg (mixed city and highway). While I miss my diesel (34 mpg on its shakedown trip to Alabama), the 6-cyl engine unleaded appears sufficient (I didn't get the 8 cyl) and the safety systems appear to work as advertised. I …

Holy Guacamole!

MattG, 11/26/2020

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited X 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)

First time Jeep buyer, first time SUV owner....I have always driven sports cars, but I bought a home with large property, and found myself looking at a velvet red Grand Cherokee Limited X...... I own a lot of vehicles, but never a SUV. When I acquire a new vehicle, it has to grow on me....and a recent truck purchase never did grow on me, and I did not like it.....and here is the point: …

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2020 Grand Cherokee Highlights

Type:

SUV

Trim:

Laredo

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$32,150
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$179/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	36.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Grand Cherokee models:

Blind-Spot Monitoring: Warns you about vehicles in your blind spots.
Forward Collision Mitigation: Detects objects (or cars that have stopped short) in your path and applies emergency braking.
Lane Departure Warning: Warns you when you're drifting out of your lane and prompts you to correct your heading.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover20.4%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Marginal
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Poor
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.17 per gallon for regular unleaded in Montana.}

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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

What's new

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.17 per gallon for regular unleaded in Montana.

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Severity

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Amazing vehicle does exactly what it says

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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee videos

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2020 Grand Cherokee Highlights

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.17 per gallon for regular unleaded in Montana.}