1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 5.2 MFI from North America
Summary:
This car has served us well, and could last another 75K easily if we continue our maintenance
Faults:
Split in front CV boot cover.
Leaky radiator.
Leak in rear axle seal.
Leak in rear engine seal.
General Comments:
Other than minor issues expected over 100K miles, this car has been great.
I have taken it off road several times, and the advantage of a Jeep over others in their 'city' SUVs was apparent.
This year Jeep has a short front and rear end that does not get caught on off road paths that other longer SUVs cannot handle.
I have never worried that I didn't have the power to climb a hill, on or off road.
It is comfortable for long drives. With multiple drivers, we have done 800 miles at a time without any issues.
The engine compartment is reasonable laid out, making changing plugs, filters and general maintenance easy.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th August, 2010
24th Oct 2009, 10:34
I owned a 1995 Grand Cherokee Limited. Had it for about two to three years. Vehicle was nicely appointed and rode significantly better than the 1992 Ford Explorer I owned previously. When I sold it, I pulled the file and was amazed at all of the times it was in the shop. None of the repairs cost me anything since I had the Chrysler extended 100K warranty.
The most frustrating problem was the air conditioner. It blew heat on the passenger side foot area while trying to cool the vehicle. Jeep mechanics could not fix it and had a trouble shooter out from the home office. He said that is exactly how the system was designed to work. The local mechanics were dumbfounded. Anyway, my choice was to continue hearing my wife complain about being uncomfortable or sell it. Somehow, appeasing my wife seemed the thing to do.
Would I buy another Jeep. No! Just too many problems. I have had conversations with owners of newer Grand Cherokees and the problems continue. Chrysler just doesn't seem to know how to build quality cars. For that matter, US auto manufacturers as a whole have the same problem, even though GM and Ford seem to be getting better.