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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review
Classic SUV offers off-road capability and panache.
2004 Grand Cherokee Review Summary & Specifications
The Grand Che{{{Cherokee is a popular choice for families who revel in its rugged image. It's a dated product and lacks the refinement of the latest car-based SUVs, but still earns respect and admiration on the street. Its retail price creeps up in its Overland guise, but rebates and other incentives soften the blow.Jeep Grand Cherokee tracks like Daniel Boone through the backcountry. Only Land Rovers, Toyotas, and Hummers can compete with Jeep when it comes to trail running. When the going gets rough, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a thoughtful design that delivers.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Phil Berg |
| Model Lineup | Laredo ($27,260); Limited ($32,190); Overland ($37,015); Laredo 4WD ($29,230); Limited 4WD ($34,620); Overland 4WD ($39,275); Special Edition; Freedom Edition |
| Engines (standard) | 4.7-liter sohc 16-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | five-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 195-hp 4.0-liter ohv 12-valve inline-6; 235-hp 4.7-liter sohc 16-valve V8; 260-hp 4.7-liter sohc 16-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | ABS, traction control, front airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | side-impact curtain airbags front and outboard rear |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Detroit, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-925-5337 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.jeep.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 27260 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4WD ($39,275) |
| Standard Equipment | power windows, keyless remote power locks, power heated mirrors with memory, heated power front leather seats with driver's side memory, fog lights, garage door opener, automatic headlights, roof rails, skid plates on front suspension, transfer case, and fuel tank, cruise control, leather and wood tilting steering wheel with remote stereo controls, power sunroof, front tow hooks, rain-sensing wipers, celing-mounted side-curtain air bags |
| Destination Charge | 645 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | GPS Navigation Radio ($1,200) includes color display w DVD-based mapping and AM/FM radio display; adjustable pedals ($185); class IV trailer hitch, wiring and power steering cooler ($255); tire pressure monitor ($150); adjustable roof rail crossbars ($50); engine block heater ($40); Inferno Red tinted pearl coat paint ($200) |
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| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 41355 |
| Horse Power | 265 @ 5100 |
| Torque | 325 @ 3600 |
| Fuel Economy | 15/20 |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 |
| Length/Width/Height | 181.6/72.3/69.4 |
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| Turning Radius | 37.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.5/56.5/41.7 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.3/50.9/35.1 |
| Trunk Volume | 71.7 |
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| Towing Capacity | 6500 |
| Front Suspension | live axle |
| Rear Suspension | live axle |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 |
| Curb Weight | 4355 |
| Stock Tires | P235/65R17 all-terrain |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 |
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