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2002 Grand Cherokee Road Test

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Khatir Soltani
When it comes right down to it, the question any prospective SUV owner needs to make is, "Do I want to look like I can go anywhere or do I really want to go anywhere?" If you want to look like you can go anywhere almost any new car-based sport utility vehicle will do. If you want to go anywhere while still maintaining a high degree of creature comforts and convenience, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is in a class of few.

Specifications:

  • Price Range (MSRP): $39,940 - $53,045
  • Body Type: 5-door SUV, uniframe
  • Layout: front engine, 4WD
  • Base Engine: 195 hp, 230 lb-ft, 4.0-L, SOHC I-6
  • Opt Engine: 235 hp, 295 lb-ft, 4.7-L, SOHC V8
  • Opt Engine: 265 hp, 325 lb-ft, 4.7-L, SOHC V8
  • Transmission: 4-spd auto (opt 5-spd auto)
  • Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS with EBD
  • Curb Weight: 1,803 kg (3,975 lb)
  • Cargo Cap (seat up/down): 1,104 / 2,047 L (39.0 / 72.3 cu ft)
  • Ground Clearance: 221 - 231 mm (8.7 - 9.1 in)
  • Towing Capacity: 907 kg (2,000 lb) - 2,948 kg (6,500 lb)
  • Fuel Economy: 15.9 / 10.9 L/100 km
  • Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
  • Competitive Vehicles (price based):Acura MDX, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Santa Fe, Infiniti QX4, Isuzu Trooper, Land Rover Discovery, Lexus RX 300, Nissan Pathfinder, Oldsmobile Bravada, Toyota 4Runner
  • Web Site: www.jeep.ca
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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  • Over 6 years experience as a car reviewer
  • Over 50 test drives in the last year
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