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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee consumer reviews

$27,195–$29,195 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Grand Cherokee Jeep
(183 reviews)
89% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.4
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Awesome!

This is my second Grand Cherokee and it is totally AWESOME! Mine is Brilliant Crystal Pearl and it looks nice. My only regret is not getting leather seats but they are very comfortable. The vehicle is very quiet and has a nice comfortable ride and the v6 has plenty of power for everyday needs. There are plenty of accessories to add on, which I have added the chrome step bars which look nice against the black. Now my only problem is getting time to drive it as my wife won't give it up for me to drive. the other vehicle we considered was a ford explorer, which I am so glad I didn't purchase. The jeep is light years nicer than the explorer. No more Fords for me.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A Jeep is a Jeep

I came back for my 4th Jeep after straying to a Highlander Hibrid and am glad thet i did. Ride and performance is better overall. Gas mileage is vastly improved. after optioning it out up the wazoo I was surprised that seat memory was not in the packages that I ordered and my portavle Garmin Nuvi is better thanthe built in Garmin Nav system since for $169 it came with lifetime traffic and lifetime map updates for free. The on board Nav does not hve traffic and you have to pay for updates.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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2012 JEEP SRT8

The 2012 Jeep SRT8 is just what I was looking for. After owning several foreign made high end performance SUV's the JEEP SRT8 beets them all. Half the price with ALL the options included. I test drove them all, and nothing comes close in performance, comfort and price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love it! Happy everyday!

This is my third Jeep GC. The last two lasted 8 and 13 years with> 130k miles each and no maintenance outside of normal wear/tear. This 2012 is the smoothest, quietest ride yet. I love the push and go start, the seats, ride. I debated long on the new v6 and Hemi. I loved the power of the hemi, but I chose the v6 (never feels underpowered and the gas mileage makes me smile). Getty over24mpg on hwy. it's a lot of car for the money. I recommend it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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SRT-8

Vroom. I just graduated college and I knew from the day the srt8 was released, I had to have one so 3 days after graduation I bought it. I love it. The horse power is unbelievable, it gets me going every time. I have put 7k miles on it in 3 months and it does great. Gas milage is good for a 6.4 15 to 16 combined. It is like getting behind the wheel of a porshe engine a lexus guality interior and a sexy exterior. This truck pulls more guys than I do. But Blair (the truck) is taken by me. I wouldn't trade it for the world.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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good start

just purchased my new jeep. 4000 miles and so far so good. handles great for an SUV. MPG's arent great but knew that going into to. good factory warranty. perfect for surfing, fishing and throwing my golf clubs in back. good purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Worth Every Penny

This is the most comfortable vehicle I have ever owned. My wife drives a Lexus RX 330, which is also a great car, but the Jeep compares favorably in most every respect. With the 5.7L Hemi it has plenty of power to pull a big trailer, but the fuel economy is what you would expect for a big V-8. With 3,000 miles on the car, I am getting about 14 MPG around town and got 19.7 MPG on a recent 300 mile highway trip. The only complaint I can come up with is that the door pockets are small, but the two tier compartment in the center armrest provides lots of space for my junk. The collision avoidance system is a great idea but it can be easily triggered by other drivers cutting in front of you. Most people will need to adjust their driving habits slightly to avoid sudden automatic braking.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Outstanding SUV

I bought the new 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee back in December 2011 . It was the Overland Summit model Rwd with a 6 cyl Pentastar engine. This vehicle is the most impressive vehicle I have ever owned in 40 years. This vehicle now comes standard with the 8 speed transmission and 23.1 mpg average is what I am getting in fuel consumption. The comfort, handling, and command of the road is truly awesome. The adaptive cruise control is remarkable. So many features and such a fine car. You must test drive this vehicle to see for yourself. This vehicle is in a class all by itself.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very disappointed

Bought this Jeep because my husband liked his so much but so far I've been disappointed. Gas mileage in town - less than 8 per gallon. Paid extra for the "fuel saving technology" too!! Now the heater does not seem to be working - blows ice cold air. Dealer is not responding to my emails. If I could get my money back I would return today!!! This is a brand new vehicle!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does not recommend this car
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unbelievable

i researched all crossovers for two years this is the best by far noise level,ride comfort, almost 22 mpg

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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