Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Reviews

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Used Jeep Grand Cherokee review: 1996-2014

7.0/10

16 Dec 2014

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 FAQs

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with extreme camshaft wear

Camshaft problems are, indeed, a known problem with the 3.6-litre V6 Jeep engine. It seems the roller bearings in the rockers can fail, and that, in turn, causes the camshaft lobes to wear very quickly. The first sign is a noisy engine that gets noisier as you rev it.

Jeep made several running changes to the engine to fix this, but even attempts as late as 2018 and 2019 didn’t seem to help much. Perhaps there’s a more robust rocker assembly available on the aftermarket that addresses the root cause of the problem, but for most owners, it’s new camshaft time once the noises start.

How much does a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 weigh?

That particular variant of the Grand Cherokee weighs an impressive 2336kg. That said, manufacturers often underquote their vehicles' kerb mass, and that could be the case here, so take it as a ball-park figure only.

If you're concerned with overloading the vehicle, the best thing to do is load it as you would and then take it to a local weighbridge to gain an accurate idea of what it weighs in-service. Many council recycling facilities (we used to call them the tip) now have weighbridges.

I am having issues with my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2019. Do you have any advice on who is responsible to pay for the lease repair payments under warranty?

There are two issues here. The first is that you’re paying a lease on a vehicle that isn’t functioning right now. There’s not much that anybody can do about that and it’s not really anybody’s fault. The disaster that is current global supply chains has meant that freight out of the United States is either moving at snail’s pace or not moving at all. Many Australians are waiting for bits and pieces from North America, all of which seem to be stranded on the dock in the US. Perhaps you could talk to your finance company about some interest-rate relief, but based on past experience, I wouldn’t be holding my breath there. And since it’s not Jeep’s fault that global trade is in such a state right now, I don’t think you’d do much good there, either. Nor is this a Jeep-specific problem; many car brands are having trouble sourcing repair and service parts.

As for the vehicle being replaced, on the face of it, I doubt that you have much of a case. If Jeep refuses to or cannot repair the vehicle, then you’d have grounds for a refund or replacement, but if Jeep believes that replacing the engine will fix the problem, then consumer law allows for that to happen.

The chances of the same vehicle having two engine failures seems pretty slim, so I wouldn’t be worried about it happening again. Don’t forget that there are any number of reasons (fuel pump, sensor, electrical problem, fuse, relay and a thousand more) for an engine to stop virtually in its tracks. Again, this is not a Jeep thing; all car-makers have experienced engines that for whatever reason have simple spluttered to a stop, often at speed on the highway.

When that happens, of course, you can lose the assistance to the power-steering and the braking system which is what your wife is concerned about. But it’s probably worth explaining that even though she would have to wrench the steering wheel with lots of muscle and really stomp on the brake pedal, even if the engine stops, she would still have brakes and steering. They just won’t be power-assisted. And even if she doesn’t think she’d be able to turn the wheel if that happened, adrenalin is a very powerful force on its own in such situations. And, again, the same thing could happen in any make or model of car.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Pricing & Specs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 prices range from $4,620 for the basic trim level SUV Limited (4x4) to $7,040 for the top of the range SUV Laredo (4x4).

$4,510

Based on third party pricing data.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $4,510	Price To: $7,040
Limited (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.7L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $4,620	Price To: $6,820

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Towing Capacity

The 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has maximum towing capacity of 2950kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Braked Capacity
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 2265kg
Limited (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.7L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 2950kg

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Model	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: 225x75 R16	Front Rim: 7.0x16 in	Rear Rim: 7.0x16 in
Limited (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: 235x65 HR17	Front Rim: 7.5x17 in	Rear Rim: 7.5x17 in

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1836mm x 1762mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Model	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1762x1836x4610 mm	Ground Clearance: 210 mm
Limited (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1762x1836x4610 mm	Ground Clearance: 210 mm

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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Jeep Grand Cherokee currently offers fuel consumption from 17.0L/100km.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Fuel Consumption
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.7L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 17.0L/100km
Laredo (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 15.0L/100km
Limited (4x4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 4.7L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 18.0L/100km

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