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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 2
MPG: 12-17/15-22 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.7L V6 210HP
4.7L V8 235HP
5.7L V8 330HP
6.1L V8 420HP


Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.2
Exterior: 4.4
Interior: 3.8
Overall: 3.8

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

  1. Design and styling
  2. Great performance
  3. Classic SUV
  4. Off-road capability
  5. Functional interior

Top 5 Cons of 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

  1. More choices of tires
  2. Updated dash board
  3. More cargo space
  4. Back seat comfort
  5. Larger nav screen

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Submitted 2009-03-11 19:00:20


 Martin Ross

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
I love the versatility..The highway miles go by smootly and quickly!. Mine is a Hemi with every option except DVD which I think is a waste of money....The power is insane for a vehicle this size...The stereo is great (I work in the recording industry). But the amazing thing is the off road capabilities... Beyond the normal dirt roads is where this SUV comes into its own with Q-Drive 2...and DSC

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The interior could be better... I wish there was less hard plastic (which the 09s finally adressed.... The seats are ALMOST really good... but the manual lumbar seems a step back from the previous incarnation... The passenger seat has less controls than the previous version.....

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
I bought out the lease on this car today for cash... I couldn't find anything that could match it. Some cars like the new VW tiguan are REALLY a lot of cash for what you get...and it's half the size...and it's no off roader like the Jeep . I have been lucky .. I have the Jeep that those of you out there that have lemons wished you had... this one has never had a problem!

Submitted 2010-02-22 00:12:37


 peter smith

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

3

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Love the styling.
The way it drives.
Really good off roading.
Great for kayaking.
Hiking.
Camping.
Plenty of room for gear lower roof is helpful for loading kayak and other gear.
Great handling in snow and in muddy terrain.
Very stable.
Good horse power.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Hard to see when making turns - the side impact airbag right inline of vision.
Whatever material they use for seats stains way too easy - even water stains the seats but simple fix ....seat covers .....
Gas cap light keeps coming on

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Love Jeeps. Never had a problem with them. This is my 5th one. Will def always drive Jeeps. I've had other suv's and the Grand Cherokee is the best for the type of outdoor adventures I'm into. Few of my friends have Grand Cherokees and they also have no major problems with them.

Submitted 2009-11-03 19:42:40


 Teresa

 

Performance:

1

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

1
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It is a beautiful car. I just wish it would run as good as it looks.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Please if anyone can help me. My Jeep Cherokee check engine light has come on as soon as I leave the dealership. This car has huge electrical problems from not starting to, fuses that relay the A/C to I believe transmission fuses. It is awful. I have had problems since last December and the dealership can't figure it out. I want Jeep to acknowledge this and they won't. I can't even sell it because the check engine light won't stay off longer than a day. No extended warranty, cause I didn't think I needed one. Boy was I wrong..... Jeep won't back it, the dealer won't back it, I am sure if I drive it off a cliff, the insurance wont back it..... hahah HELP

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Never buy one again. I bought a new Toyota.

Submitted 2009-07-09 20:01:38


 charles

 

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Love the handling and the pick up..

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Has 40,000 miles. Havn't had any problems with mine except the spare tire warning light that keeps coming on.. Dealearship could not find any problems with it.. Overall very nice vehicle.

Submitted 2009-05-14 15:26:51


 Janet Lynch

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
I like the way it drives.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The transmission could be revamped. I have had a valve replaced and it still smells like burning transmission fluid. I also have had trouble with my ignition switch. It has been replaced once, and sometime it will not crank.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
I would not buy another one.

Submitted 2009-04-17 00:09:56


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Looks nice

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
More horsepower for 4.7, too much fuel for 230 H.P

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Nice, I just bought one Limited 4.7, but looks like I am going to have some problems, I hope my warranty will help me (have 36m/3y).

Submitted 2009-04-16 18:53:00


 M. Moses

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Overall I am happy with this Jeep. Only exception is the transmission.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Revise the transmission. There are obvious problems that need addressed.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
This is my 3rd Jeep. First two I owned were pre-Daimler. I never had an issue with the engine or transmission, only the doors falling off! Will not purchase another unless the transmissions are reliable again.

Submitted 2009-04-09 07:14:29


 smerluzzi

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
I have had my 05 jeep for 2 years . Bought it in 07 with 20,000 miles. After 1 year had a problem with ignition switch? Car would not start, and while driving-----IT STOPPED!! DANGEROUS !!In 5 months it is back at the dealership with the same problem. I have had multiple Jeeps and this will be my last one.

Submitted 2009-03-16 21:11:29


 Rob Daman

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Like the spacious interior and the great handling on winter roads.
The 3.7 V6 has impressive "get-up-and go" and still has great fuel mileage.
Instrument panel seems to be well lite for night time driving.
Interior easy to clean when soiled.
Seating seem to be comfortable for all length trips.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Have experienced expensive transmission and transfer case problems with this model and previous Grand Cherokee's I have owned. Need to re-design the power train components to last over 50,000 miles.
Also, the new lower roof design is not very friendly to taller people.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Beside the fact of some poor mechanical qualities, this is over all a great vehicle. I have owned 3 Grand Cherokee's and have like them all. There is plenty of room to carry gear for a day in the wilderness or a trip to the grocery store! I recommend this vehicle to anyone, providing they can deal with the occasional mechanic problems.

Submitted 2009-03-13 10:31:15


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

2

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Ideal size and design as an SUV.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Make them more reliable!
Chrysler needs to tell their suppliers to find a balance between cost reduction and parts longevity. These parts don't last at all!

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Grand Cherokee still rules the SUV world as the iconic brand. But they'd better start using more reliable parts that lasts more than several months!

Submitted 2008-06-20 13:20:18


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
HEMI

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
THE INTERIOR OPTIONS AND BACK SEAT COMFORT.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
REALLY NICE, REALLY FAST. I LOVE IT.

Submitted 2008-06-16 18:07:22


  GUEST

Performance:

1

Exterior:

3

Interior:

2

Overall:

1
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
I WOULD NEVER OWN ANOTHER JEEP EVER.I HAVE A 2005 G C JEEP and it has been in the shop 8 times. NEW TRANSMITT PUT IN 2 New EnGINE FANS,fule pump mod, and wire repair for anti lock break to name a few problems

Submitted 2008-06-11 10:05:50


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Look nice, smooth running engine, rides very comfort.

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Gas mileage, cargo space, have arm rest above the console for women drivers. Back side panels have too much blind space.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
P-5; E-5; I-4; O-4

Submitted 2008-05-30 14:38:16


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
everything

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
not at all

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
looking for a new one

Submitted 2008-05-23 20:33:39


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Its power, handeling, styling, front suspension,drive train, etc

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It could be a lot better on gas, it's killin me these days, mp3 ready

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Overall I love it, I like the underside more than the outside, it's a tank.

Submitted 2008-04-26 14:47:57


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Nothing Iwould like to get rid of it and get me a Chevy Truck because every sence I`ve this jeep I`ve had nothing but problems with it.Took it to the dealer 3 times with same problems they could not fix it.My engine stall power train light come on like the jeep is going to shut off.

Submitted 2008-04-17 15:49:55


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
5.7 Hemi, Handling, Full Time 4WD

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
More rear leg room

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
I've owned several Grand Cherokees and this one is no disapointment. My 01 went well over 100K with very few problems before being traded and this 05 is looking like it will too. The Hemi drinks lots of gas but it runs like a hot rod. I think my 01 rode smooter and felt more "tough" off road but the 05 is great.

Submitted 2008-02-24 12:29:06


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
love the way it rides

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
sunroof

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
i love my jeep

Submitted 2008-02-13 13:03:29


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

3

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
just about everything

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
lit thermostat controls!!
hard to see at night and in low light levels

Submitted 2008-02-10 15:51:20


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
smooth ride,like the size of car

Cons: How would you improve 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Needs better console design between front seats, too crowded

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review:
Brakes have squealed since I bought it new in 2005. Have taken it in repeatedly to have repaired, haven't fixed this. Leak in transmission.

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