Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"One of the reasons I purchased this car was for the drive/handling. The acceleration capability is exceptional as are the handling and braking. I have been able to avoid several accidents due to careless/distracted/aggressive drivers because of these attributes."
Anonymous, OK (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Jeep doesn't have enough gears and the acceleration is very rough and it seems to have a hard time selecting a gear. Major RPM rev sometimes even in deceleration because it can't decide what gear to pick."
Anonymous, OH (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"With the 5.7 Liter V8 Hemi, there is plenty of acceleration and power to maintain highway speeds. Handling is much better than expected for a SUV, probably due to Mercedes influence incorporated in this model."
Anonymous, TX (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Jerky acceleration and loss of power due to problems with the transmission programming and the cylinder shut off function which is designed to save fuel."
Anonymous, VA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This is a big powerful V8 that handles any road conditions, especially heavy snow, and has fast acceleration to access high speed highways etc. You cannot expect high gas mileage."
R B., PA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Love both acceleration and handling on both highway and in city driving."
WARREN S., AZ (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Like the tight turning radius."
Anonymous, CA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"V6 engine with off road suspension and multi mode transmission has allowed me compete confidence under any road/off road experience. This includes black ice, mud, snow and uneven road conditions ie potholes, curbs etc. The ability to adapt quickly to different road hazards is amazing. Quiet, smooth ride with passing ability a great vehicle."
ROBERT D., AB (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great for snow"
H W., IN (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"going down very steep hills in low gear, it will slip out to high gear causing me to use brakes."
ROBERT D., CO (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration and handling are very good with very little body lean when cornering. Acceleration is very good making merging onto freeways easy"
Anonymous, CA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Blind spots.Scary to drive."
ROBERT T., TX (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Powerful engine but it has hesitated or jerked since mile one due to either transmission controls, variable valve timing, or cylinder shut off system. Dealership of little help."
Anonymous, VA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"A very comfortable drive when driving the Jeep. Feels better then most other vehicles."
William N., NJ (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I love the way this suv drives on the highway. Acceleration is excellent"
Shawn R., TX (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellent acceleration and great handling!"
Chas E., NE (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The car handles incredibly well. It takes turns like a pro, hugging the road. I always feel very safe driving our winding curvy roads that we have here. It continues to amaze me. Acceleration is excellent, but then it's what I would expect from an 8-cylinder car."
Loretta L., ID (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Vechile is unpredictable on whether or not it will perform as needed when needed."
Anonymous, IL (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It handles well in dry and slippery conditions and the AWD system is seamless in snow and ice you never know it is doing it's job it just happens. My Dad's Cadillac SRX wasn't nearly as smooth as this Jeep is. Acceleration is great for a V-6 and it tows my boat or a loaded utility trailer with no problem."
Bob B., MN (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Poor acceleration, must press pedal hard for auto gear change to accelerate, rpms increase mid level before auto shift changes gear"
Anonymous, CO (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It has ample power, even when towing a 17' loaded trailer, and it handles the northeast Ohio winter roads like a champ."
Joseph L., OH (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I feel safe"
Judith P., CA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It has great acceleration being it is a V8 Hemi. The handling is really excellent and it hugs the road."
Bruce O., CA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Drives and handles great."
Anonymous, FL (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very good on highway as well as then nimble handling when off-road."
Anonymous, CO (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"handling and acceleration"
Anonymous, SC (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It’s a rocket and handles like a sports car"
Michael M., ON (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Power House... in snow etc."
Anonymous, IN (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very good handling. YES. Has a hemi, good acceleration. Pulls my camper nicely."
Robert A., KY (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Love to drive this car. Handles great in all kinds of weather. Gets me to places that few cars would dare. Transmission gets confused shifting sometimes but this has not manifested in a costly transmission fix."
Anonymous, CO (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"ACCELEARATION GREAT, HANDLING EXCELLENTLY , USES ALOT OF GAS 13L /100 KM"
Anonymous, NB (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Lots of power for hot ridding and towing, tracks well at high speeds"
Anonymous, MT (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Power"
C C., AK (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Drives and handles well. Exceptionally good in the snow"
Anonymous, CT (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This car looks great inside and out. Great handling with unbelievable acceleration. Love it."
John S., WA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Good drive with short turning radius."
Anonymous, TN (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Snow drive two levels."
Anonymous, VA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Confidence inspiring handling. Quiet and very comfortable. Could use a few more ponies."
Dan-Sharon G., CO (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Whether going down the freeway or country roads, whether pulling a trailer or not, it does everything I need it to very well. And it tows behind the motorhome effortlessly."
J L., OH (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great on the highway. Solid in turns. Can go just about anywhere."
Anonymous, MI (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"excellent in snow and icy roads"
Paul S., PA (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"SUV is amazingly fast and brakes well!"
Anonymous, CT (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Grand Cherokee handles very well on different terrains and road surfaces. It handles quite well in the winter."
Anonymous, MN (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This car is extremely stable on the road. It excelerates and handles like a dream."
Theresa P., KS (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Hemi V-8 really performs well. 6-speed transmission pairs well with this engine. independent suspension with air shocks gives a very comfortable ride at any speed."
Russell L., AZ (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I like the way it looks inside and out. It handles well and it's a four wheel drive."
Anonymous, NY (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very comfortable, accelerating is incredible, tight turns are easy. Handling is incredible"
Timothy U., NY (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)
"2012 JGC Overland: Gas mileage. Drove from Baltimore, MD to Hamilton, Ohio one 1 tank of gas with 5 people. Excellent acceleration for a V8."
Anonymous, MD (2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee)