Overview & Reviews

Jeep expands the Grand Cherokee lineup for 2006 with the addition of a range-topping Overland trim level. It's been fitted with more standard luxury features and 5.7-liter V8. New standard features on all models include stability control and one-touch up-down front windows. Newly optional on the Laredo is the Quadra-Trac II four-wheel-drive system and an off-road package.

• Three available engines, excellent off-road ability, balanced handling, simple controls.

• Low-quality interior materials, small backseat, poor gas mileage with the big V8, ride can be bouncy over ruts.

User Reviews:

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  Love My Jeep - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Jim - May 27 - 6:10 pm

  I reviewed a number of SUVs and finally decided on the Grand Cherokee based on its rugged styling, Edmunds reviews and dealer incentives. Thus far, I am very pleased and pleasantly surprised by its performance, comfort and luxury features. Have you ever noticed how many Jeeps are actually still on the road? Theyre everywhere!

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  Awesome on and offroad! - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By hemijeeperz5_7l - May 8 - 2:33 am

  This is one of a few vehicles that offer an electronic limited slip front/center/rear. Other vehicles like the H1 and the Range Rover offer this type of four wheel drive system and both of them cost over $100,000.00. I love my Grand Cherokee Limited with the 5.7L Hemi. I have changed the exhaust to a 3" Magna Flow and put an inexpensive Cold Air Intake on it. I can run a 15.68 second quarter mile time and the thing weighs 5200 lbs with me in it. That is awesome. The road grip is second to none hands down. I have been in school 210 miles from home and had to drive it home on weekends this past winter and had no issues, even with 6" of snow on the Highway.

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  Just an update - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Katrina Woiten - May 1 - 10:00 am

  Ive posted here before but I am doing so again for two reasons: one, all of us having issues with the admittedly awful cloth seats need to be aware of one little trick, get some tuff- stuff upholstery cleaner (available in all automotive departments) spray the entire seat, wipe with a wet cloth.This will reset the cloth and return it to a uniform appearance. I also recently had to have a shift module replaced by the dealer, a 750 dollar part made in the Czech republic, remember the tranny in this car is a German one with all the good and bad attributes of such. what precipitated this repair was at times the car simply would not start and after some key wiggling etc it would.

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  Issues I have had so far - 48K miles - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Gary in MD - April 30 - 3:50 am

  Had no issues first few years in MD. Moved to a year-round warm weather area. Tube that carries fluid from front to back windshield washer busted and water leaked from the column onto the driver side interior. Fixed by dealership, but not under mile one warranty. As another reader posted, engine was revving and all the gear displays were lighting up at once. It was the shifter computer or something. Fixed by dealership, under mileone warranty. About 250 out of pocket w/ deductible.

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  Been a great SUV - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By George - March 19 - 3:10 am

  Been very reliable. Had one warranty claim. Gas mileage has been good for its size average 18 city, 22 hwy. Mine is v-6 2wd so it will be the the best of all of the models. Has 45,000 miles now. not a squeak or rattle. Just as tight as the day I bought it.

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  Very dissapointed - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By KelC - February 21 - 10:30 am

  Bought my 1st semi-new vehicle after college. Have owned it less than a yr. now it keeps getting stuck in gear. Code says Transmission Control Module. Paid $2000 for an extended warranty, but it is not covered b/cits considered electronic. Well, the whole car is based on a computer so it should really improve electrical components. So a tow, rental car, and who knows what the cost of parts and labor will be...and Im one very angry customer. No wonder Chrysler is going bankrupt! Less than 45,000 miles, so something like that should not be breaking!!!

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  Love it! - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Kent - February 12 - 1:16 am

  This is the first new vehicle Ive ever bought, and Im loving it! The seats are very comfy--I like the heated seats in the winter, the ride is smooth, itll drive anywhere, and it looks cooool. The 4.7L V8 has power to spare--Im glad I didnt spend the extra money for the Hemi. I can carry a lot of cargo inside, plus with the roof basket and bike racks I can carry almost anything for a weekend in the woods. This Jeep also handles like a dream. I never imagined an SUV could take corners like this! The ride is smooth in spite of the on/off road tires, even at highway speeds. Traction control, ABS, Quadra Trac II, airbags everywhere.

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  Worst car I ever bought - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By GLENNS - February 1 - 9:03 am

  This car has been in the shop for shutting off while driving multiple times, rubbing noises when braking, windows not working properly, mirror has to be replaced, car still stutters periodically, manual locks had to be fixed. Until reprogrammed, car would stall when you hit a bump. Would NEVER buy another jeep. Horrible investment. Check resale value before purchasing.

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  Best Buy - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By CCS - January 24 - 5:06 am

  A must have vehicle! A perfect combination for someone that still enjoys the finer things in life while having a need for a SUV due to two small kids. Quick, agile and flat out strong! I never imagined a vehicle that would ease the pain of parting with our Land Rover Defender 90. Its an awesome felling knowing that you have an elite vehicle that only a few are privileged to own.

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  No complaints - 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Craig - January 20 - 5:26 am

  I have the Limited with the 5.7L Hemi, and I was surprised by the gas mileage for a vehicle that size with an engine that size. I usually get about 17-18 mpg. With my previous vehicle being a 300 hp Mustang GT, I wasnt expecting to get that type of speed from an SUV but the Hemi comes close. It has a lot of features that I would expect from a vehicle that cost $20k more such as automatic climate control, auto wipers, and auto high beams.