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Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 2.5 TD with a Abbey

Robert Benson reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 2.5 TD (85 Kw/114 bhp). Modelyear: march 1997 - may 1999) and a Abbey Aventura 315 of 1264 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 74%* = 99 km/u = 34%

The Jeep is a fine well built go anywhere 4x4. Mine has done 90,000 miles and lots of towing on and off road (CL's etc.) It is not the most refined vheicle but is very acceptable and one of the most comfortable and well equiped of its era, reliability is excellent though economy at 28mpg (solo) and 20mpg (towing) is now getting expensive with the high fuel costs, however I have no intentions of changing her yet!


Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 4.0 aut. with a Buccaneer

Max reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 4.0 aut. (135 Kw/181 bhp). Modelyear: january 1993 - may 1999) and a Buccaneer Elan 15 of 1418 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 84%* = 111 km/u = 17%

Will pull forever but the gear ratios are such that you need to tow at 60+ to keep in top gear. 60 is less than 2000 rpm so out of power band, kicks down to third and away you go. You get used to sub 2000 silence so the change down is dramatic. Maybe being picky. Also running on lpg so may loose a bit of low down power. On the good side, will pull a fully laden van to the top of the Eiger...........


Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 4.0 aut. with a Swift

Adrian reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee I - 4.0 aut. (135 Kw/181 bhp). Modelyear: january 1993 - may 1999) and a Swift Charisma 535 of 1327 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 82%* = 112 km/u = 19%

You have to remember you are towing a caravan, even when going up hill. Have found when braking the car stops quicker with the caravan on the back, strange? maybe the caravan brakes help! There is also not much difference in the amount of fuel use when towing maybe 1 or 2 mpg less. No problem getting of grass pitches will tow a house if asked.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Abbey

John watson reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Abbey GTS 418 of 1442 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 72%* = 118 km/u = 34%

I have used the Jeep now for over 4 years and have never had 1 problem. I have travelled x2 each year to France and Spain Average mileage approx 2600 @ an average of arrive 23 mph for the whole of the holiday. l


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Abbey

John watson reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Abbey GTS 418 of 1442 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 72%* = 118 km/u = 34%

I have used the Jeep now for over 4 years and have never had 1 problem. I have travelled x2 each year to France and Spain Average mileage approx 2600 @ an average of arrive 23 mph for the whole of the holiday. l


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Abbey

David Colles reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Abbey Vogue 495 of 1442 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 72%* = 118 km/u = 34%

Purchased jeep last august as had to have automatic for medical reasons.Towed abbey 495 through france to murcia region area of spain and back again.We had no problems at all even in bad windy and wet conditions.I think its a very good match.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Swift

Michael Peet reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Swift Charisma 620 TA of 1615 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 80%* = 117 km/u = 33%

Bought the Swift Charisma Oct 09, the jeep pulls like a dream. Travelled most of southern England last year using all roads, in all weathers, no problem. A match made in heaven.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Bailey

DaveD reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Bailey Pageant Limousin of 1578 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 79%* = 117 km/u = 33%

Been caravanning for a few years now with a variety of outfits. Have to say this is the best yet. Have not experienced any problems at all even in winter on muddy CLs


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. with a Burstner

Carlos reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 2.7 CRD aut. (120 Kw/161 bhp). Modelyear: january 2001 - june 2005) and a Burstner Belcanto 470 TL of 1360 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 69%* = 121 km/u = 35%

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Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 3.1 TD aut. with a Bessacarr

Len Rickard reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 3.1 TD aut. (103 Kw/138 bhp). Modelyear: may 1999 - april 2001) and a Bessacarr Cameo 495 of 1500 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 77%* = 110 km/u = 27%

This model Jeep finished production in 2002. The 3.1 TD auto pulls without effort. Inclines are not a problem, overtaking is easy. The vehicle was built to tow and it does exactly that with ease.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 3.1 TD aut. with a Avondale

E BAGLEY reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 3.1 TD aut. (103 Kw/138 bhp). Modelyear: may 1999 - april 2001) and a Avondale Argente 550-4S of 1400 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 72%* = 111 km/u = 28%

very powerful motor tows very very good no sway at comfortable towing speed on motorway 50-60mph even though fitted with ALKO stabilizer ( which i have always used ) excelent combo.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. with a Fleetwood

john reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. (162 Kw/217 bhp). Modelyear: november 2001 - june 2003) and a Fleetwood Heritage 640-ESD TA of 1625 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 85%* = 122 km/u = 20%

So far so good


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. with a Abbey

gezza reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. (162 Kw/217 bhp). Modelyear: november 2001 - june 2003) and a Abbey Spectrum 520 of 1651 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 86%* = 123 km/u = 18%

Tows well, feels a little unsure if you sneak above 50.


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. with a Sterling

will prosser reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. (162 Kw/217 bhp). Modelyear: november 2001 - june 2003) and a Sterling Elite Onyx of 1553 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 82%* = 121 km/u = 20%

tows 100 times better than our terrano we replaced, our van is actually a twin axle sterling of same weight as above and tows great fuel not to bad considering size of engine would recommend


Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. with a Swift

PaulR reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee II - 4.7 V8 aut. (162 Kw/217 bhp). Modelyear: november 2001 - june 2003) and a Swift Challenger 500 of 1431 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 76%* = 122 km/u = 21%

Tows no trouble. Does not even know it is there unless you look. The outfit is well matched and I am extremely happy towing in the UK and on European roads.


Jeep Grand Cherokee III - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. with a Bailey

Lee reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee III - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. (160 Kw/214 bhp). Modelyear: may 2005 - february 2008) and a Bailey Senator Carolina of 1696 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 77%* = 126 km/u = 29%

Purchased Jeep and Bailey after a rather cramped and nervous tow to France and back with an '07 Diesel CRV
and Ace Morningstar. In terms of performance the Jeep excels in every area, beats the boy racers at the lights solo and tows 1700kg Bailey with ease - around 18 - 19 mpg towing and 28mpg (at best) solo. With the cruise control set at 60 mph it' all too eay to forget the van is on the back!


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. with a Bailey

john tanner reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. (160 Kw/214 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Bailey Ranger 550/6 of 1258 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 60%* = 131 km/u = 45%

What caravan!!!!! The car was 4 up with a boot full of luggage, the caravan was full of holiday essentials and it had absolutely no problems towing this outfit. I got 19-20 mpg and it pulled like a train, the car is very comfortable and it knows exactly what gear to be in. All in all an excellent combination.


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. with a Bailey

dave Woods reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. (160 Kw/214 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Bailey Ranger 620/6 of 1481 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 69%* = 130 km/u = 42%

a perfect tow vehicle for the Ranger 620/6 or any other large twin axle van, 18 - 20 MPG and set cruise control to 60 and nothing slows this outfit down. no problem with the auto box gear selection. Perfect


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. with a Ace

John Twyman reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. (160 Kw/214 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Ace Jubilee Statesman of 1635 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 76%* = 128 km/u = 41%

I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland. Absolutely first class tons of power, stability, control and visibility. Fuel consumption 21 -22 MPG. Big brute of a car that just does what its supposed to and a lot cheaper than other 4x4s, certainly better than the 5series touring BMW I had previously.


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. with a Swift

Les Lamb reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 3.0 V6 CRD aut. (160 Kw/214 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Swift Challenger 620 of 1679 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 78%* = 128 km/u = 40%

I tow a Swift Challenger 620 and the Jeep has no problems at all. Have to remind myself that I have a caravan on the back! Average 22mpg.


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 4.7 V8 aut. with a Elddis

jp reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 4.7 V8 aut. (223 Kw/299 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Elddis Odyssey 534 of 1490 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 68%* = 135 km/u = 19%

Jeep will virtually tow anything with wheels on it, towing uphill is a breeze you are always the first at the top, bags of power, beats a landrover discovery for towing easy....


Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 6.1 SRT-8 aut. with a Swift

Monty reviewed a Jeep Grand Cherokee IV - 6.1 SRT-8 aut. (313 Kw/419 bhp). Modelyear: february 2008 - up to now) and a Swift Toscane 490 of 1275 kg.

The towing capability for this outfit is:
= 60%* = 164 km/u = 33%

Its braked towing limit is just 1500kg




* Calculated weight ratio according to the British Towing Code (loaded weight caravan / kerb weight car)