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The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been in production since 1992, meaning a lot of people who bought one during its first few years on the market – or, alternatively, people buying used ones more recently – are wondering exactly how long it will last. It’s obviously a car built for durability and function, but exactly how long is it before a new Grand Cherokee may be in order? How Long Will a Jeep Grand Cherokee Last?In Terms of YearsThe quick answer is that it could – and probably will – last you up to twenty years. It’s a durable car, it’s well built, and it’s designed with longevity in mind. So, unlike luxury sports cars that cycle out of style by the time the new one comes out, a Jeep Grand Cherokee can last you up to two decades (while staying in style, too). In Terms of MileageOf course, years aren’t the only or sometimes the most effective way to measure a car’s lifespan. That handy thing on your dashboard called an odometer can also provide pretty useful information. This depends more or less on the model year of the car. Some of the early models have been reported to work fine at upwards of 200,000 miles, while others might top out closer to 150,000. A few models – for example, the 2011 – have been reported still ready to burn the pavement at over 300,000 miles. The best way to make sure it keeps functioning at this level of use is to give it proper maintenance. MaintenanceLike all cars, if something feels off, go fix it. That being said, you don’t only want to get your car checked out when something is noticeably wrong. Buying UsedWhen Is It Still Good?As we said before, 20 years or around 200,000 miles is probably the sweet spot for estimating your Grand Cherokee’s lifespan. If you’re buying a used one, though, you’re right to be cautious. The 20-year estimate isn’t a hard fact. Buying a model from 18 years ago because you “know” it’ll make it another two might not be the best idea. Your first line of defense is checking model year, but make sure you look at the odometer and take it for a test drive, too. Even if it’s 3 years old and only has 15,000 miles on it, if it rattles and gives off black smoke, it hasn’t been loved by the previous owner and it’s best to look elsewhere. The Jeep LifespanJeeps – especially Grand Cherokees – are long-lasting, durable, functional cars. To make sure yours has the highest possible life expectancy, though, make sure to get it checked out regularly. If treated right, you could drive your baby home from the hospital in the same car you teach them to drive in 16 years later. To check one out for yourself, contact Southside Dodge Chrysler today!  When I started this blog it was all about Jeep Wranglers but if I’m honest, they are not the only off-roading Jeep vehicles out there. Recently, I’ve been looking more in-depth at Jeep Grand Cherokees and one of my questions I had at first was about what mileage you can get out of these models. So how many miles can a Jeep Grand Cherokee last? Looking at an average across the ten of the highest milers recently on sale on Auto Trader, the number of miles that a Jeep Grand Cherokee can last came out at 291,765 miles. Although a Grand Cherokee can run for high miles there are some differences between each generation, which I’ll cover below. Also in this article, I take a look at some of the common problems you might find with high mileage Grand Cherokees. Contents
Analysis of Jeep Grand Cherokee mileages on Auto TraderOne of the ways I could have researched Grand Cherokee mileages would have been to speak to dealers ore poll some owners. Unfortunately, I don’t have access to that type of data so I went on AutoTrader.com and simply searched for all Grand Cherokees on sale across the US, then sorted by highest mileage. I then selected the top 10 vehicles in terms of mileage to get an idea of what mileage to expect. I have summarized the data in the table below.
Some quick background on the various Jeep Grand Cherokee model generations. The first generation (ZJ) Grand Cherokee ran from 1992 until 1998. Petrol engines included the 4.0l straight 6, 5.2l V8 and 5.9l V8 that was found in the Limited. There was also a 2.5l diesel model but this was not available in North America. Three spec variants were available, including the top of the range Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited model. The second generation (WJ) model was launched in 1998 and ran until 2004. Petrol engines included the 4.0l straight 6 and 4.7l V8 (available in 2 power outputs). Again, diesels were not available in North America but included the 2.7l (Mercedes Benz) and 3.1l (WM Motori) engines. Third generation models (WK) were in production from 2004 until 2010. Petrol engines included a single V6 (the 3.7l) and three V8’s including the 4.7l and 5.7l/6.1l Hemis. Diesel power this time came in the form of the 3.0l V6 from Mercedes-Benz. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is currently on its fourth generation (WK2) which was launched in 2010. Petrol engine choices are the Pentastar 3.6l V6, Hemi V8 5.7l, the 6.4l Hemi V8 found in the SRT8 and SRT and the 6.2l supercharged V8 Hemi in the Trackhawk. The Fourth generation diesel engine is the 3.6L CRD V6. If you are looking for a complete comparison between the Grand Cherokee V6 and V8 engines, then check out other article. The data I collected showed that although the average was 292k miles, the highest mileage vehicle that was on sale had over 300 000 miles at 321k miles. Looking at the table above its clear to see that first generation Grand Cherokees fair well when it comes to high mileage. There is even a very early model in there with 285k miles. Second gen used Grand Cherokee models have been around for over a decade and also feature prominently in my top ten mileage list. Even though the third generation Grand Cherokee was launched over 15 years ago, it’s surprising that only one car is in the top 10 (a 2008 model). Not too surprising though is the fact that there are no fourth generation models in the table. Price-wise, average selling price is $3,684 with a range of between $900 (a 2003 model) and $9,999 for a 1997 model (which seems high to me). Looking at engines, both the petrol V6 and V8s are in the table (less V8s) and based on the mileages shown, there is nothing to say that the V8 is capable of any fewer miles than the V6 engine. Do Jeep Grand Cherokees have a lot of problems?With high mileage cars, you are going to encounter some issues, even if it’s down to general wear and tear rather than the manufacturers build quality. I did some research into problems that could occur with a WJ model (1998-2004 production) and here is what you can expect (probably worst case though):
Jeep Grand Cherokee Service IntervalsService schedules can vary between different models but to give a general idea, I took a look at the maintenance requirement for a 2005 Grand Cherokee.
As with all second-hand car purchases make sure to check for any service history. A high mileage Grand Cherokee is likely to be a few years old now, and while it should have been dealer serviced in the first few years of its life, in later years it was properly serviced at an independent. If the owner has claimed to service the car themselves, which is common in cars with high mileage, then be sure to ask for any receipts of parts and consumables used. Where There Any Major Recalls on the Jeep Grand CherokeeThe Grand Cherokee has had five main recalls since the start of production in 1992.
Based on the mileage data I collected and the review of common faults, then the Grand Cherokee appears to be a reliable car. I have less data on the third or fourth generation models, though What Year Is the Best Jeep Grand Cherokee?If it was my choice I would go for a second generation WJ model as they seem reliable enough and you should be able to pick a high miler up for around $3,000. During my research, I liked the look of a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with the 6 cylinder engine for sale at a $2,499. The WJ models also fared slightly better when it came to major recalls and although it required the FDCM module upgrade, it avoided the fuel tank recall. How long do Jeep Cherokee engines last?The Jeep Cherokee is known for its longevity and can last anywhere between 200,000 – 400,000 KM. That's an incredible lifespan for a vehicle. Your Jeep Cherokee can easily last between 15-20 years if well maintained, even with lots of driving and adventure.
What is the average lifespan of a Jeep Cherokee?With good maintenance, both the Wrangler and Cherokee can last well over 15 years. Though, there are also problems with Jeep Wranglers. Jeep owners are very proud of their cars, and make sure to take care of them as best as they can.
Do Jeep Cherokees get good mileage?The Jeep Grand Cherokee gets decent gas mileage. The 2021 model gets 19 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway, which is an average fuel economy for a car of that size.
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