Jeep offers several packages and individual options beyond the four-wheel-drive system to increase the Grand Cherokee's already formidable off-road capabilities, such as locking differentials and skid plates. The Jeep Grand Cherokee scores five-star front and side impact ratings, but a three-star rollover rating. It's also flex-fuel capable, allowing a mix of ethanol and gasoline up to 85-percent ethanol E85. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Still, it left me wondering if I would enjoy it in the summer — or over the long term, as its reliability has been judged to be poor. Although this is the entry level cherokee it is still very classy! Quality of the materials and switchgear inside the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is an issue.
For Jeep, 2008 is a model year that offers a wide variety of engines. Optional Quadra-Lift can raise the vehicle's ground clearance up to 11. I only touched the screen when I wanted to fiddle with the navigation. Archived from on February 3, 2009. The body was just too short. I think it fits with the rough, tough image that Jeep likes to present.
More than 70 percent of the underbody is high-strength steel. Plus, the quality of these nameplates is reassuring, especially in light of the Jeep's rather spotty quality reputation. The cabin is quiet and has smooth ride. It handles very well and feels safe while driving. There was a bit more noise in the extreme cold, but that died down once the engine warmed up. That's enough to cross most vehicles off my list right there. But, practically, the Toyota and Nissan both sport a third row of seating that can come in handy.
Model overview: The greatest distinction between the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee models, other than engines, may be the type of four-wheel-drive system that they come with--three are available this year. The Grand Cherokee does comes with side curtain airbags for both the front and rear seats, as well as a standard electronic stability system and adjustable pedals. It employs an electronically coupled clutch pack, and the front and rear differentials can be varied at each axle to also help maximize traction. Trailer towing is rated 7,400 lb 3,357 kg for Hemi models and 6,800 lb 3,084 kg for Pentastar models. If the rear axle starts spinning at a higher rate than the front axle, hydraulic pressure builds up in the gerotor and causes the clutch pack to progressively transfer torque to the front axle until both axles return to the same speed.
The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers four gasoline-fired engines, but its most interesting option would be its 3. The Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot are car-based crossovers. This gave it six theoretical speeds, and it would have been the first six-speed transmission ever produced in volume, but it was programmed to only use five of these ratios. A car that goes well in winter is only good if it actually goes. Archived from on 12 November 2013. The minimal price tag differential resulted in low consumer demand, and as a result, the low-line model was eventually discontinued.
In addition to Jeep's UniFrame construction, Daimler Chrysler partnered with Porsche to further strengthen the frame. That was a much better way to handle things. The greatest distinction between the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee models, other than engines, may be the type of four-wheel-drive system that they come with--three are available this year. Model value: The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee pairs a comfortable, luxurious interior with impressive off-road ability, and in top trims gets enough high-tech conveniences to compete with the most luxurious sport utility vehicles. If you feel you have received this message in error, please view our customer care or access your here.
My two little boys and I use it for everything from camping to hauling mulch to roadtripping to see the grandparents. I'm a huge Jeep fan and hate to part with this one. Rather than have six forward gears, the transmission was programmed to act as a five-speed with the alternate second gear for downshifts. Our Take on the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee The Jeep Grand Cherokee came to our offices in the middle of winter, and it did a very good job tackling the subzero temperatures and mounds of snow on the ground. Previous editions of the Jeep Grand Cherokee tended to ride harshly on road, a side affect of being able to crawl over boulders and scamper across sand dunes. Car and Driver August 1998 : 69—70.
All three models are available with either four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. One thing I do not like is that they did not put a foot rest for my left foot when driving. In 1995, the engine dropped 5 horsepower to 185 due to new regulations imposed on the 1996 model year. The Limited was the premium model, featuring body color lower body paneling, and gold exterior accents. When it was first introduced in April 1992 as an early 1993 model year vehicle, the Grand Cherokee only had one powertrain choice: the 4. The Grand Cherokee debuted in grand fashion at the 1992 in.
The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available with an improved 5. Don't make the same mistake I did. The gear changes from the five-speed automatic are smooth, and once on the highway, the transmission rarely needs to downshift because the engine produces so much torque. I won't mention any names. The two heavy were replaced by Chrysler's then-new. The Grand Cherokee's available 4.