Another helpful feature is the automatic seat adjustment on the driver's seat; helpful if multiple people drive the vehicle. The cabin of the Grand Cherokee is surprisingly tight—possibly due to the floor being higher than expected—and even normal-height front-seat occupants might find their heads brushing the sunroof enclosure. We'd therefore steer most buyers toward the 4. So far this issue happened to me twice for the month I owned the Jeep. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.
It also has all of the options without a large chunk of cash to spend them on. The interior has a lot of room; however, the trunk is not that large, so I often have trouble packing for any long trip with the limited space. Seats are comfortable with logical placement of cup holders, center consoles, etc. As this combo delivers only 1 mpg more than the much-improved-for-2009 305-hp 4. If you're interested in towing, your best options are the diesel V6 or the 5. What's New for 2009 The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee's uplevel 5.
Failures usually out of warranty. Luckily none of us were hurt. Its edgy and angular lines make it instantly recognizable as a Jeep. A trailer sway control system is available that applies braking pressure to individual wheels to help stabilize trailers during towing. I purchase car in June 2009, had many issues. This makes the Grand Cherokee a fine choice for families who venture off-road or vacation in the mountains or other remote areas.
With the durability of the car, I can also use it to tow small trailers and boats, which eliminates my need for a truck. Lineup The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is offered in four trim levels. The interior set up is the typical Chrysler family set up, with knobs for climate control and push button radio and clock controls. Four-wheel-drive models have hill-start assist and hill-descent control. Dealer replaced them, and clunk was still there.
A 30 or 40 horsepower more would had been great. The only problem I see at the moment is that the 3. Limited gets you options, and the option for the far superior Quadra Drive 2 system. This has been a problem since it was new and they can't find the root cause of the problem. With the diesel, this Jeep packs a huge punch while sipping fuel like a tree-hugging hybrid. I love the automatic 4 wheel drive in this vehicle. But, it can go off-road and the power available is great with this Mercedes diesel.
Options on the Laredo include a sunroof, a rear back-up camera with parking sensors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, power-adjustable pedals, a power passenger seat, heated front seats, remote ignition, leather upholstery, a universal garage door opener, Bluetooth, a navigation system, real-time traffic, an upgraded six-speaker stereo with satellite radio, an iPod interface and a hard drive for digital music storage. Chrysler does not seem to be able to build a reliable vehicle. You also run the risk of having the valve stem fall into the tire, which happened to me at highway speeds. It's a quiet, pleasant and stylish ride, but you definitely know you're rock solid and can handle anything the road throws at you. The front seats are roomy enough, but the rear seat barely qualifies for family use.
The car has a very nice interior and exterior design. Like every Grand Cherokee, the Laredo comes with a mandatory five-speed automatic transmission. I was suprised after trying the others that the grand cherokee was by far the best for handling, comfort and styling. Used to be a dependable vehicle. No matter what the weather throws at you. The 2009 Grand Cherokee was an upgrade both on the interior and exterior.
My wife and I love the car. Stay far away from this vehicle. I was afraid that I'd done serious damage to both the deer and myself. . Jeep offers several packages and individual options beyond the four-wheel-drive system to increase the Grand Cherokee's already formidable off-road capabilities, including locking differentials and skid plates.
Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year: 2004: 64, better than average, small sample size 2002: 99, about average, very small sample size 2000: 129, about average, very small sample size We'll have further updates in November and February. Since purchasing it, I have driven approximately 95,000 miles and it still drives like a much younger vehicle. The Jeep Grand Cherokee received its last full remodel in 2005. Also had problems with the radio and the memory settings getting wiped out. Would appreciate if anyone has any helpful feedback. One night coming around a curve on a mountain pass, I hit one. Cannot be beat in the winter! However, if trail-busting and towing aren't huge priorities for you, the Grand Cherokee might not be the best choice.
To be fair, Jeep has made a significant effort to keep its Grand Cherokee up-to-date. Unfortunately, lately, it's having starting issues. Over the years, the Grand Cherokee got a better driving position and a more settled ride. To see how competitors compare, and to sign up: Thanks for the bump--and for signing up to help. Without my realizing it, the Jeep had gone into 4x4 and was able to grip the road better so I didn't go skidding into the deer or the ditch on the side of the road. Powertrains and Performance The standard engine on the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo is a 3.