Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Excellent power, response, efficiency and handling."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very good pick up from a stop. Handles curves very well."
Douglas E., CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"fun to drive"
G K., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellent handling and response. The car has tight steering, suspension design makes for a quiet comfortable ride, the V6 has great response during acceleration and climbing, very pleased with the fuel mileage especially while taking trips (25-26 mpg)."
Anonymous, IL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very agile and secure in almost all travel conditions."
William M., VA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great value over a 4 year period. Basically a fully equipped trouble free car."
Steve B., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Jeep 3.0L EcoDiesel is a great engine - a lot of torque available at every speed thanks to the quick-shifting 8-speed transmission. Acceleration is instantaneous, without the typical step-down delay to rev the engine - very handy in traffic. Decent handling and surprisingly economical for a mid-size SUV: 23 MPG in neighborhood stop-n-go and 28+ MPG on the highway. I truly appreciate the diesel when towing. We bought an early 2014 model, which had issues at first, but once FCA figured out the DEF and exhaust system (installing a revised particulate-collector/catalytic-converter that moved the DEF injector location) it has run flawlessly for us. Our Overland-version has the transfer-case option, allowing it to be flat-towed behind a motorhome - a big plus for us."
S J., TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very fun to drive with lots of power to handle mountain roads including passing at high speed and then also going off road. Very comfortable and luxurious vehicle. Everyone loves to drive the Grand Cherokee, and it looks great also."
Blake S., CO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Plenty of power and passing power. Steering is comfortable and accurate. Very relaxing to drive."
Anonymous, LA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"good towing vehicle"
John L., WI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration is great even with the 3.0L V-6 power plant. Steering / handling is precise and firm without being a hard ride."
Gil R., ID (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great adaptive speed control system"
Anonymous, NV (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Jeep is SRT version. It corners and brakes like a sports car and acceleration is close to that of a sports car."
& P., ON (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellent acceleration with the Hemi. Handles very well for a large vehicle."
Anonymous, MN (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I bought the Gr Cherokee Diesel because of the tow rating, 7200 lbs, and the mileage. It performs beautifully on both of those accounts. It has been in the shop so many times, sometimes as we were on vacation or getting ready to go, that I have lost faith. Won't buy another. I own a 1999 jeep Cherokee and it has had one or two minor repairs since new other than expected maintenance."
Anonymous, KS (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"V-6 provides plenty of acceleration when I need it. Short turning radius is extremely helpful. Ride is smooth. Good performance on rough jeep roads."
Anonymous, CO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"A great riding vehicle. Especially nice riding on the highway."
Anonymous, OH (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Love the power of the v8 when passing other cars!"
Anonymous, TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"We have recently had problems with the transmission. The dealership was not able to replicate the problem. At times the Jeep will not go out of park. This has happened 3 times in the last 3 months. So far turning the vehicle off and restarting after a few minutes has worked but not sure if and when we might become stranded because of this. We were told the problem is most likely a computer issue and the repair (if they were able to confirm) would cost over $2k. We plan to trade this vehicle in the near future."
Phil R., TN (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Handles well, if you don't push it. Great for pulling a trailer."
Jim C., WA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I own an Ecodiesel Grand Cherokee Summit -top of the range. It compares favorably with a Mercedes or Range Rover for $15k or more less purchase price. GREAT diesel engine, albeit with some emission teething issues. Great mileage. Great performance regards to torque and towing. Air suspension is very satisfactory for my purposes."
Anonymous, FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I was stunned at how well it drove when I took a test drive. It's a 4wd Jeep but it drives and handles like a german car. Very sporty and fun to drive. I look forward to driving my car every day, even after owning it for 5 years. Putting the transmission into sport mode makes it even more fun and you can do it with a quick tap of the transmission lever."
Darin F., OR (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"V-8 engine is awesome. Great power. Love smooth transmission"
Anonymous, AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration and handling have been terrific in all kinds of weather. Safety warning systems work perfectly - from passing indicators to front distance alerts. Should be standard on all vehicles."
Anonymous, MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I replaced the rear sway bar with a large diameter Hellwig for towing and general handling. Now I have great handling without jarring or roughness."
Stephen R., NH (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"8 Cylinder Hemi engine shifts seamlessly. Great acceleration and feel for the road. Secure on the road for emergency manuevering."
Anonymous, NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I love the 5.7 V8 HEMI engine and it works well with 8 speed transmission for a quick and powerful acceleration. The vehicle is built on Mercedes ML 350 platform that gives it some of the European feel and great highway drive. The full 4WD system offers plenty of offload performance."
Gary S., TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It is a nice driving and handling vehicle. Not too big or too small. Acceleration is good and mileage is decent. Handles corners well."
Hazen M., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very good ride and handling even though it only has a 6 cylinder the acceleration is good enough for us."
Mark O., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Drives and handles great just like every Jeep that I have owned since 1990.. Has a short wheel base, so it’s easier to make a u-turn. It’s only a v6, but has plenty of power to pull our boat. It pulls the boat as good as the 07 that had a small v8. Doesn’t seem to burn a lot of gas for an SUV."
Susan H., FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very good acceleration for an SUV. Various modes, including sport mode, to choose from. Off-road as capable as I would ever want. Handling feels secure even in the few emergency situations encountered."
Anonymous, MS (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Has great manners on the highway. Powerful with a lot of quick pickup. Turning radius is very short."
Kerry W., OK (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Engine is very responsive, handling is tight, ride is firm but not harsh . This is our 7th grand cherokee"
Gerard T., NY (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I bought the 6 cyl. Model and it does not have great acceleration from a stop or entering a highway. Should have gotten the 8 cyl. Model"
William C., CT (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"All good"
Anonymous, DE (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"drives great"
Richard T., PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I purchased the 3.0L Turbo Diesel and it is a great engine. I can easily obtain 30mpg on the highway and 24mpg around town. I tow an 18' car trailer and my Corvette to events and I consistently get 21-22mpg when towing. The vehicle is comfortable and trouble free. I've even grown to like the Diesel clatter. We use this vehicle for all long distance travel. I'd buy it again."
Lawrence P., IL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Drives well, but occasionally have issues with transmission not shifting automatically when it's supposed to go to 7 or 8."
Anonymous, MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"For a diesel this vehicle accelerates very well and brakes very well. The handling is terrific and I have towed a 3000-3500 pound enclosed trailer and there was no swaying the engine always had enough power and my fuel mileage was acceptable at 14-15 mpg."
Bradley P., FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Quite a few recalls on the vehicle and time from notice of recall to having it fixed is significant - months to get the work done. One was over a year and waiting for one now that we were notified on back in January 2018. So then all you do is worry about the car. Cannot stop using the vehicle due to recall. So what is the alternative???? Overall we are very please with the vehicle despite the recalls. Always take it to the dealership to check safety on all recalls and make them aware we are concerned about the recall and driving the car until it is repaired. They all assure us the we are ok. This seems sketchy at best!"
Anonymous, NC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"5.7 V8 very responsive"
Anonymous, NC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Rapid acceleration for getting on highways & freeways is great! I live in hilly country, so I love it's tight handling of curves. The feature I love most is when going down a steep hill, you can brake hard once, and it will hold that speed all the way down the hill."
Anonymous, TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This vehicle responds like an extension of the driver. It accelerates instantly (Hemi engine), very good turning radius. I'll definitely buy another Grand Cherokee when this one has to be replaced--but I'm no hurry."
Anonymous, AR (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration with the 5.7 L V8 Hemi is extremely good. Very seldom need to use sport mode for acceleration. I drive on icy / snow covered roads extensively in the winter using snow tires. When the vehicle is in snow / ice mode it holds the road very well. In summer, handling is excellent. Only criticism is a slight engine vibration with "ECO" mode in traffic."
Kumar M., AB (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"very good acceleration (V6 3.6L), and excellent when switching into Sport mode. Stock handling is adequate. Easily improved with minor tweaks such as upgrading rear sway bar to the SRT one and replacing front and rear sway bar links for beefier ones. I love the handling now!"
George C., PR (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The four wheel drive system works flawlessly and adds a great deal to the excellent driving experience."
Robert W., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration with the turbo diesel is excellent, handling is smooth and responsive."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The V6 turbo eco-diesel has plenty of power. Never have to press the gas pedal fully to the floor when passing. Jeep is driven on highway 95% of the time. Fuel economy is always 29-30 mpg. Vehicle handles excellent on the highway and easy to maneuver in the city. Reliability has been excellent."
Anonymous, MS (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Acceleration and handling are great - in any weather; I have driven over 2000 feet in altitude in the snow and made it home."
Anonymous, CO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This is an SRT. The experience is off the chart, maybe paired by the new Track Hawk with the Hellcat engine. Great handling, with settings for differing drive conditions. This is not a rock climbing JERP. It’s an animal and is incredible to drive..."
Anonymous, NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Some side sway while driving"
Anonymous, MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"acceleration is very good both from a standing start and in passing on the highway. turn ratio is good, and this car handles well."
John S., MA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The diesel engine has a lot of usable torque. It tows what my suburban used to but the fuel economy is mid 20's with a max of 30 MPG on the highway without a load. It handles extremely well on road and off."
Sandra A., MN (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"In the last 12 months, several valve lifters failed and severe damage was done to the cam shaft and associated components. Under warranty, Jeep rebuilt the engine, replacing all the damaged components. Jeep was out of service for nearly a month. Since that time, the engine and transmission do NOT behave the same as new. Very disappointed in the quality."
Kimber B., WA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"You could have had a V8!!! I have the Hemi and would not own one without it."
Kenneth E., CT (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"i have a diesel torque is fantastic great for towing and very good as to mileage and handling is very good"
Ray W., NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great handling in all conditions. Comfortable on a road trip but excellent in snow or sand"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"does as you ask."
Anonymous, LA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It has great handling in town and on the open road and handles well at high speeds and in adverse weather conditions. Plenty of pickup for merging and passing."
David V., CO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Adequate acceleration. No problems going up mountain grades at 75 mph. Great off road manners. Tackles dirt roads and trailheads with ease. Handles well on curved, mountain roads too."
Peter H., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Rides well and is excellent in poor weather(eg Snow)"
Anonymous, PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Smooth ride, corners well for a large vehicle."
M L., ME (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellent, all aspects"
Mark L., CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It is a pleasure to drive. The handling and acceleration are great. Plenty of power to pass on a 2 lane road."
Mark O., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very decent performance. The only downside is outside visibility. There are blind spots and it very hard to position the car for parallel parking. It takes a lot of getting used to."
Robert D., MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The handling feels very planted considering the ride height. The steering is remarkably responsive, as well as the acceleration. Also, there is a lot of confidence with the go-anywhere capabilities of the vehicle. Lastly, the overall ride does not feel like a truck, but more like a large car."
Anonymous, NY (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Jeep has a hemi engine that enables quick response to highway situations where extra speed might be needed. For the size of the engine, it gets remarkable gas mileage. It is responsive and fun to drive."
Anonymous, SC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I love the styling inside and out, the acceleration, gas mileage and comfort"
Anonymous, TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The 3.0L Diesel is simply a monster with plenty of torque and better fuel economy. I went from a 5.7L Hemi to this engine, including the 8 speed transmission. The body, drivetrain and it's air suspension are well mated to complement and control the available power."
Anonymous, ON (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellent"
Anonymous, AB (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The V6 engine accelerates well and handling is decent for an SUV. It has a bit too much side-to-side motion on rough roads."
Rodney G., AL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Ecodiesel provides very good power and fuel economy. Reliability has been above average."
Anonymous, MS (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This vehicle has the best turning radius of any vehicle I have ever driven. The acceleration is excellent also, with no hesitation or vibration.. It is easy to park, responds like an extension of the driver. LOVE IT!"
Anonymous, AR (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I actually use this vehicle off road! It is equipped with off road package,Trail Rated, and it is superb as an off road vehicle. On the highway it is quiet, comfortable, and exhibits good road manners. For towing behind my motorhome it tracks as though there isn't anything there; also, there are no restrictions for speed while being dinghy towed."
Thomas Z., NM (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The vehicle travels smoothly down the interstate and can handle much rougher terrain when switched into off-road mode. Very impressive."
Anonymous, PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Very comfortable seats. Multitude number of seat position. Good lumbar support"
Anonymous, MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Good in snow"
Curtis J., TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"acceleration and handling are very good, great turning ratio."
Anonymous, MA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The V6 is seriously underpowered for this heavy vehicle. Acceleration is far from robust."
KENAN A., VA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Drives well. Smooth and quiet on the highway. I get about 25 mph with highway driving on vacation but only getting about 17 with local driving. Good handling and acceleration"
RICHARD Z., CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I frequently drive off road car has excellent offroad capability"
Anonymous, TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"There is delayed accelerating which is annoying. The Jeep does not go as soon as you step on the accelerator. It pauses and then goes."
CAROLYN B., WI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"navigation needs improvement"
Anonymous, FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Plenty of power and acceleration with the diesel engine. Handling is solid; it is not a sports car."
JIM C., WA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This diesel engine is a dream to drive on the highway. acclearation is very good when needed."
RONALD H., MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This baby has fantastic 'get up and go' !!! Turning radius is awesome."
PAUL K., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I have the 5.7L Hemi and am quite satisfied with the acceleration and ability to go where I need to both normally and in an urgent situation."
LARRY W., NC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The transmission often hesitates and does not shift smoothly. When the transmission works properly, The acceleration is great. The ride is very comfortable andthe car handles well. If only the electrical system work properly ..."
Anonymous, NY (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The poor shifter resulted in the transmission not being in park as expected and backing into my wife and knocking her down when she stopped to get the mail. The incline was slight so the tires were stopped by her leg rather than rolling over her. I can understand how the actor in Ca was killed."
W B., TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Handling of the vehicle is outstanding, especially on wet or snow. Acceleration is good considering the engine is V6 and the weight of the vehicle. I love it during winter (snow) time since grabs perfectly to the road. Also, you feel you are driving a strong vehicle, rather a car with big wheels."
GERARDO F., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Greatest SUV"
Anonymous, TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The diesel engine is just amazing! even when towing the maximum load it accelerates very well. It also handles much better than a 5000lb vehicle should"
ROBERT L., WI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Excellant handling & very good accelaration..Like it to be a little faster...but very hard to get the V8"
Anonymous, MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Handling at highway speeds a little vague. Very sensitive to minor changes in road camber. Acceleration good and handling on city and country roads excellent."
LAWRENCE P., WA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"V6 engine is sluggish. Transmission does not shift smoothly."
Anonymous, IL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I frequently drive up to the mountains from the valley, 1k ft to 5k ft with a speed limit of 75mph. Even totally loaded down, the drive is a breeze. Many sharp curves and steep grades. The 8 speed ZF transmission is smooth and there is plenty of power to keep you out of trouble. I couldn't be more pleased. Plus I still get 21 mpg on the trip up the hill to Flagstaff."
PETER H., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Diesel has slight hesitation from standing stop. Excellent acceleration once hesitation passed."
Anonymous, BC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"We live in the mountains. Winding roads, snow, ice. The performance of this vehicle is ideal for year around use in this area. The acceleration and smooth transmission makes this the best vehicle we've ever owned in the 40+ years living at Lake Tahoe."
MARK L., CA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"it has great power"
TOMMY W., SC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The Jeep accelerates and handles exceptionally well, especially considering its size and weight. The V6 engine is very smooth and provides more than enough power."
KENNETH M., NY (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"acceleration: good idle is a little rough in a bad way"
Anonymous, WI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I was pleasantly surprised with the acceleration and towing capacity of a small 3.6 engine."
Anonymous, IN (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The 8 speed transmission creates great mileage and descent aceleration"
Anonymous, CO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Good towing capacity, plenty of power with the V-6 engine, accident avoidance system"
EDWARD E., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"has a passing gear like none other (except my Viper)"
WILLIAM F., AK (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The diesel is a good match for a heavy suv. The low end torque moves the vehicle quickly and handling is very manageable though ride is a little firm over some bumps."
HUNTER L., GA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Bad surge"
GENNARO O., AL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great vehicle, especially in snow and rain. Best looking SUV for the price. I've had ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS and am baffled why Consumer's reliability rating is so low."
Anonymous, NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The new 8 speed transmission is fantastic. Very smooth, and very fast acceleration."
JEFFREY S., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The 8 speed electronic transmission has been very inconsistent in performance. It lags too much on acceleration from time to time. Not always. Makes you nervous when you pull out in traffic."
Anonymous, SC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Towing is excellent up to it's rated weights"
RICHARD A., OR (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The 5.7L Hemi is strong and fast"
JOHN L., DE (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I got the diesel engine option to tow my RV camper. It has surprisingly good acceleration and fuel economy even when towing the RV."
TERRENCE K., MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I have a Diesel engine in my car and I am very happy. It has power when I need it and economy I get as much as 29 mpg. Excellent engine."
GARY B., SC (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"The vehicle has a very sound ride with little road noise, great handling and exceptional pick-up. We live in the Missouri Ozarks with winding hilly roads. Our Grand Cherokee handles them with ease and comfort."
PAUL Z., MO (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"l we had a recall because of parking gear slipping into reverse"
Anonymous, WA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Strong acceleration, good handling, and can't be stopped in the snow."
PAUL S., PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Transmission shifting gives hesitation. Very irritating. Dealer will not allow reprogramming to eliminate. Will not buy this vehicle again."
Anonymous, PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great handking and acceleration, steering is too light"
DAVID R., NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I have the std v6, and at times the car may be a bit sluggish off the line and the gearing does not seem to respond fast enough when you need that acceleration. - You can shift the car into a more aggressive transmission setting that takes care of this."
Anonymous, NJ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"paddles next to the sreering wheel ,if touched will throw the car into lower gear ."
JAMES P., MI (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"I don't like automatic transmissions in general and thiis one is not great. It has been updated to prevent the car accidentally being left in gear when exiting the car which is good, but I have left the car running accidentally and the transmission isn't always smooth when in a mode other than its basic mode (that is when in Sport Mode). I wish it came with a manual transmission."
RICHARD G., IL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"It accelerates and handles very well, reminds you of a European or Japenese luxury car."
ANGEL M., FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"This is an SUV that performs well! Accelerates in both Drive and Sport modes very well, and is comfortable on the highways and on dirt roads."
MICHAEL S., MD (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great ride for a 4 wheel drive, decent mileage,"
JAMES R., AZ (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Like the acceleration and responsiveness of V-8 hemi engine"
SHELDON K., FL (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Great acceleration! Love the style, and the comfort, and how it handles the 3 miles of dirt road I live down."
EUGENIA S., TX (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)"Awesome acceleration and cornering capability for such a heavy vehicle. Ground clearance a bit marginal for off road "jeep" tradition."
& P., ON (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)
"Acceleration, 8 speed transmission is smooth. Downshifting when descending steep hills to help braking. Braking is very good for heavy vehicle."
James A., PA (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee)