1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0 inline 6

Summary:

A reliable, fun, and good looking vehicle

Faults:

The A/C had to be repaired at 107000 miles.

The transmission switches from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st really fast when going about 10 miles per hour.

Brakes are rough and noisy, and it seems to take forever when you try to stop in an emergency.

General Comments:

I have had this car ever since 1993 and it has been very reliable and useful.

The 6 cylinder is plenty of power for everyday use.

The front seats are very comfortable although the back seats could use some head-rests.

I will keep this vehicle until the day that it will not run any more. The engine is in excellent shape, mostly because I change the oil every 3000 miles. Castrol GTX 10W40 is what I find to be the best for the engine.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 28th August, 2001

1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 5.2L

Summary:

Luxury sports utility vehicle you really pay for

Faults:

The air conditioning went out.

The rear main seal is leaking.

The computer is starting to go haywire.

I had to replace the tires.

The compact disc player no longer works.

I had brake work done.

The keyless entry no longer works.

General Comments:

Overall I really like the Jeep, it has power, comfort, and good looks.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 18th August, 2001

1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0

Summary:

Great-looking junker

Faults:

The engine began to "whine" at 45,000 miles despite regular care.

The front end axle had to be replaced 60,000 miles.

One complete brake failure at 85,000 miles.

The engine dies when attempting to go in reverse.

The transmission shifts poorly despite scheduled care.

The vehicle does not always start. This problem is yet to be diagnosed by any of the numerous mechanics I have seen.

A multitude of A/C problems that will cost nearly $1,000 to repair.

The radio cuts in and out whenever the vehicle travels over a bump.

The interior part of the driver-side door separated from the outer door.

The rear doors squeak continually. The dealer was unable to correct the problem.

The paint is flaking off the dashboard.

The cheap plastic center dashboard cracked and had to be replaced.

The list goes on and on, but these are some of the more costly repairs.

General Comments:

There are numerous engineering deficiencies that need to be overcome for me to purchase another Chrysler Jeep product. Buyer beware! Grand Cherokees may look nice, but the cost of keeping them running outweighs any benefit of keeping them. I can't wait to get rid of this car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 5th August, 2001

28th Aug 2001, 11:02

I agree that the '93 Grand Cherokee Laredo is not perfect, but it is a far cry from being a junker.

I bought a '93 GCL with 60,000 miles on it about 3 years ago. Since then, I've taken it off road as well as on several trips, including one very long one. I also use it as my primary car for everyday commuting.

The problem with it failing to start is probably tied into the battery and power. My Jeep had a few episodes of not starting - usually in the summer time after continual use of the A/C. I finally purchased a heavy-duty battery (which all Jeeps are designed for) and I have had no problems since.

The main thing to remember is, regular maintenance. I've owned a few different models of SUVs, and the Jeeps have been among the most reliable. Yes, they are expensive to repair, but they tend to be durable. The only best built SUV I had was a Ford Bronco II. Unfortunately, the Bronco II, despite its great build, was a gutless and maintenance nightmare.

21st Aug 2004, 22:21

I have a 1993 Jeep grand cherokee it has over 230,000 miles on it have had it since new, only recently have I had to do anything to it, like new radiator, water pump, brakes all the way around it and a new air compressor. Up till now only normal maintenance, is about all I have done to it, I have had it since it was new, but mine has the 5.2 v8.