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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee review

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Jeep Grand Cherokee highlights

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Pros

  • Great mix of engine options, from a plug-in hybrid electric to a big V8
  • Impressive list of standard and optional features
  • Built-in off-road capability

Cons

  • Interior materials aren't as impressive in person
  • Larger size is obvious going around turns
  • Somewhat confusing button layout

Mileage (EPA estimate)

19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined

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Luxury off-road adventures await!

Adventure awaits in the midsize 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Jeep has always been known for off-road driving fun, and the 2022 Grand Cherokee combines all that great off-road tech with the latest technology and a host of optional luxury features. But don't worry—it still has the SUV practicality you need, plus the fun stuff you want. The 2022 model year kicked off the Jeep Grand Cherokee's fifth generation with a completely new exterior and significantly upgraded interior. There are five great trims to choose from, from the base Laredo to the top-trim Summit, plus a host of upgrades for comfort and convenience. You'll get standard V6 power, an optional plug-in hybrid electric powertrain, or an option for big V8 power. Imagine you and four of your closest friends or family on a cross-country adventure. The Grand Cherokee delivers a practical and fun driving experience no matter what the conditions. Where the road ends, the adventure begins with this cool five-seat SUV. Check out our 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee review to see if this off-road-capable midsize SUV is the one for you. While we currently do not have many 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokees on our lots, we look forward to selling more in the future. If you love the 2022 model, you should also consider prior model years of the Jeep Grand Cherokee with similar features.

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What is new for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

  • The Grand Cherokee is available in a variety of new trims, including the Altitude, Laredo, and Summit Reserve.
  • The 80th Anniversary, Freedom, High Altitude, Laredo E, Laredo X, Limited X, and SRT trims have been discontinued for 2022.
  • Grand Cherokee trims have been upgraded with Seat Massagers and Rear A/C Seat(s) as standard equipment this year.
  • Rear Sunshade and Head Up Display features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Trailhawk trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning and Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
  • The Overland trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
  • The Limited trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning, Automated Cruise Control, and Rear Seat Heaters as standard equipment.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee trims

Curious how Jeep Grand Cherokee trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

Laredo

  • Includes cloth seating, dual-zone automatic climate control, 8.4-inch central touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, standard driver aids, and more. 

Limited

  • Adds leather seating, power liftgate, heated steering wheel, heated front seats, driver's seat memory settings, power-adjustable front passenger seat, heated rear seats, terrain-based drive mode system with five settings (4WD models only), and more.

Trailhawk

  • Off-road-focused trim has standard 4WD, adaptive air suspension, electronic rear limited-slip differential, electronically disconnecting stabilizer bar, hill ascent and descent control, front tow hooks, front-facing camera, ventilated front seats, navigation system, and more.

Overland

  • Adds hands-free liftgate, auto-dimming driver's side and rearview mirrors, panoramic sunroof, power-adjustable steering wheel, ambient cabin lighting, ventilated front seats, upgraded leather upholstery, and more.

Summit

  • Unlocks a gloss black roof, wood-trimmed steering wheel, 10.1-inch touchscreen, front-seat massage function, passenger seat memory settings, four-zone automatic climate control, advanced driver aids, and more. 

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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee

1. Off-road capability

Jeep vehicles are known for their off-road driving ability, and the Grand Cherokee is no different. Although the entry-level trim is rear-wheel drive, there are a host of 4WD and AWD systems available, including Quadra-Trac II®, which can allocate power between the front and rear, depending on wheel slippage. If you're looking to maximize the off-road experience, the 4WD-only Trailhawk trim has upgraded features like adaptive air suspension, hill ascent and descent control, front tow hooks, a front-facing trail camera, and more.

2. Optional plug-in hybrid electric

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee isn't just about off-road adventures—the 4xe (pronounced four-by-e) version is the lineup's first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). It features a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. It makes a robust 375 hp, and it can be found with optional 4WD. It gets an EPA-estimated 56 MPGe combined, with 25 miles of all-electric driving range when fully charged.

3. Great tech features

Jeep's fabulous Uconnect® 5 infotainment interface comes standard on all 2022 Grand Cherokee models. You can control it via a base 8.4-inch touchscreen or an optional 10.1-inch display. You'll also get a standard 10.3-inch digital gauge display behind the steering wheel to deliver the critical information you need to head out on a big adventure. Connect your tech with six USB type-A and type-C ports, as well as optional wireless charging. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto connectivity are standard, as is Amazon Alexa® functionality. 

4. Available V8 power

Whether you're slowly climbing over rocks or making great time on the highway, extra power can be a big help—and Jeep has you covered. The 2022 Grand Cherokee has an optional 5.7L V8 engine with 357 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. Cylinder deactivation technology means that it still gets an EPA-estimated 14 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.

 That also means an estimated 7,200-lb. towing capacity with the V8 engine, when properly equipped.

5. Loads of luxury

If you're looking for luxury, you'll find a lot to like on the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Limited trim includes power-adjustable and heated leather seating, while the Overland trim has a panoramic sunroof, ambient cabin lighting, ventilated front seats, upgraded leather upholstery, and more. The top-trim Summit ramps things up with a front-seat massage function, passenger seat memory settings, and four-zone automatic climate control. Want more? The Summit Reserve package adds a faux suede headliner, premium leather upholstery, gorgeous wood trim, ventilated second-row seats, and tech upgrades like a 10.25-inch touchscreen for the front passenger and a 19-speaker McIntosh® premium audio system. 

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal gave the Jeep Grand Cherokee an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Jeep Grand Cherokee 32nd out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee features and specs

Laredo 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cloth Seats
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.6L

Horsepower

293

Torque (ft-lbs)

257

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

23

Wheelbase

116.7"

Overall length

193.5"

Width

77.5"

Height

70.8"

Leg room

F 41.3"/R 38.2"

Head room

F 39.9"/R 39.4"

Front tires

P245/70TR17

Rear tires

P245/70TR17

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

620/6200 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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Color options

Exterior colors:

  • Baltic Gray Metallic

  • Bright White 

  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearl

  • Ember (Brown)

  • Hydro Blue

  • Midnight Sky (Blue)

  • Rocky Mountain (Brown)

  • Silver Zynith 

  • Velvet Red Crystal Pearl

Interior colors:

  • Global Black

  • Steel Grey

  • Tupelo

  • Wicker Beige

Interior details

The interior of the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is very well appointed, even in the base Laredo trim. While you don't get standard leather on the Laredo, it's standard on higher trims. You may find optional comfort features like a heated steering wheel and heated front seats on the base trim, which are standard on higher trims. All models have seating for five, and a generous 37.7 cu-ft of storage behind the second row of seats. 

Child seat details

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has two rear seating positions with complete child seat attachment (LATCH) hardware. There is one additional seating position with a tether anchor and the ability to borrow lower anchors from the other seating positions. 

Performance

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has three engine options: a standard 3.6L V6 with 293 hp, an optional 4xe plug-in hybrid electric powertrain that combines a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four and an electric motor making a combined 375 hp, or an optional 5.7L V8 engine with 357 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. 

The PHEV 4xe 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets the most miles per gallon across the lineup—an EPA-estimated 56 MPG-e combined city/highway.

 The V6-powered 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets an EPA-estimated 22 mpg combined in both 2WD and 4WD configurations, and the V8 Grand Cherokee gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg combined.

Year comparison

2011-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee (fourth generation)

The fourth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee debuted for the 2011 model year with Laredo, Overland, and Limited trims available. All models between 2011 and 2015 were powered by a 290-hp 3.6L V6 engine (bumped to 295 hp for 2016-2022). 

For 2012, Jeep added the SRT8 trim, which offered the option of a 6.4L V8 engine with 470 hp (bumped to 475 hp for 2016). The off-road-focused Grand Cherokee Trailhawk trim was added for 2013, while 2014 saw a mid-cycle refresh of the exterior plus the addition of an optional 3.0L turbodiesel V6 engine (which ran through 2019) and a top-spec Summit trim to the lineup. 

For 2018, Jeep added a seven-inch touchscreen to the standard features list, while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity became available on the optional 8.4-inch center touchscreen (and became standard across all trim levels for 2019+). Driver aids like blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-path detection became standard for 2019 as well. The 2021 model year saw the addition of a host of optional packages, including upgraded comfort, convenience, and luxury features. The fourth-generation Grand Cherokee was still sold as a 2022 model year vehicle in Laredo and Limited trims, all powered by a 3.6L V6 engine. 

2022-present Jeep Grand Cherokee (fifth generation)

The fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee debuted for 2022 and is very well equipped across all trims. All trims come with standard or optional 4WD and are powered by one of three engine options: a standard 3.6L V6, an optional plug-in hybrid electric, or an optional 5.7L V8. Higher trims include the Limited, which ramps up comfort and convenience; the 4WD-only off-road-focused Trailhawk; and the top-trim Summit.

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