Jeep 1996 Grand Cherokee

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Plenty of toys for the money.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Depreciation is not too bad for this type of vehicle.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Engine gutsy but a little noisy. Good driving position.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad for a diesel!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Awful - over 5 months off the road in the first two years!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Once seat is set correctly it's quite comforatble.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No 'Panic' feature but otherwise OK.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Jeep UK didn"t want to know. Daimler Chrysler are better (but only if you e-mail the MD!!!)

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil pressure sensor failure; turbo hose blowing off (x3 times).

    Other

    Too many to mention but particularly - remote alarm, rear axle bearings, horns (x2), front springs.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No