Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD 3.0L Diesel
Submitted by ghost1 on Wed, 2013-08-07 21:51
I have a done up 4.0L Prado Grande, looking for a diesel option and contemplating the above.
I know plenty of people use them for towing, just wondering if anyone knows how reliable they are off road on the tracks or heard any bad reports?
Cheers,
Millsy
Vinesh87
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Mine goes hard offroad. Sand,
Mine goes hard offroad. Sand, Mud,Rocks whatever. ( No heavy crawling )
Mines 2012 CRD, QL, Dual battery, ERPS, Brake controller, HD roof rack with 30'' Led.
Reliability:I havnt had any issues after 20k 80% of my driving is towing the boat and offroad so pretty happy with it. ( Touch Wood) I believe there was a few that were having issues in the sand and would limp into 2WD mode but i beleive thats been fixed now. Mine never had the issue to begin with.
Lots of good accessories nearly about to hit the markey. Like a winch bar, sorkel and a rear bar coming soon.
In Case you didnt see my review : http://fishwrecked.com/forum/jeep-grand-cherokee-2012
Vin
ghost1
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
Cheers Vin - I'll check it out
shonky
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happy
Mines a 2013 model, only had it a couple of months but couldn't be happier, shits all over the 2011 Navara it replaced.Only hard part is getting the missus out of it as she thinks it's hers now. The CRD definately has plenty of get up and go in it and very comfy as well on the long trips.Doesn't even feel the 23ft glass boat on the back.
This habit is getting expensive!
Hambo
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I went the 2013 limited
I went the 2013 limited edition 3.0ltr Diesel Trailhawk and what a car. I can not speak highly enough of it. I have the same problem though shonky. My mrs is putting all the km's on it while i am away at work and reluctantly hands the keys over when i am home. Its a serious go anywhere machine but feels like you are driving your couch around its that comfortable.
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snapper
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Heard good things about them
I have heard good thins about them from a guy who has one, he traded his patrol in for one.They had a crap reputationbut since they
have started to use Fiat Engines they have improve heaps, he reckons the fuel economy just blows the patrol away and thats towing a caravan
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carnarvonite
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Wonnerup
There's a black one coming up for sale down Wonnerup way very shortly.
One owner, only been on the beach once and only been swimming once as well. May need a snorkel as owner doesn't like to get feet wet checking depth before crossing rivers
fisherking
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^^lol^^
^^lol^^
"Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, whenever they go." - Oscar Wilde
chookc
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he he he
he he he
pgreen1
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I had an older one 2006 with
I had an older one 2006 with the 3 lt, great car but I think mine was a lemon. Had lots of issues with the turbo system, sensors etc, It started causing me grief around 85000 KM the car was out of warrenty and cost me around $11K in repairs The faults were common those motors which were also used in the 300C at the time. Could not fault the car apart from that. Heaps of grunt and heaps of towing power. Also that model is expensive to lift, so if your thinking of putting a lift kit in do your research, along with a lot of things the gearbox needs to be shimmed as well if you want it done properly
Colt_Striker
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Got a 2012 Grand Cherokee
Got a 2012 Grand Cherokee 3.0L V6 CRD, went the Laredo as was brought purely to tow the boat, put a 2.5" lift under it. Tows my 3t Wellcraft no probs at all, plenty of power for overtaking and as others have said fuel economy is sensational, when not towing average around 10L/100km & that is not babying it either. Even towing the boat get between 15 to 17l/100k. Better fuel economy when towing than I got from my 4.0L Prado when it was empty.
jighead
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Why the lift
If it is purely for towing the boat all that is going to do is increase your fuel consumption and hinder your on road handling.
Ryan C
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jeep
ive got a 2012 limited diesel and ive done 51,000ks in 12 months and other than a split hose havent had an issue , awesome car for power and economy(Ihad an 07 v8 auto landcruiser before the jeep) but with 20' rims and low profile tyres it is not a "hard core" off roader" as is " ive got all the options including the quadralift airbags but you need to change the rims and tyres if you plan on doing serious beach work, all in all though i wouldnt swap it for anything other than the latest model sahara. cheers
fisherking
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With the split hose were the
With the split hose were the parts in stock or did you have to wait for parts?
"Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, whenever they go." - Oscar Wilde
jarrid
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got a MY2014 limited CRD and
got a MY2014 limited CRD and it is mint so far. haven't cracked 1000kms yet but loving it. 8 speed box is great. tows my 4.2m tinny no worries :)
mako magic
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what is the towing capacity
what is the towing capacity ?
Vinesh87
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3.5T and does it easily
3.5T and does it easily
JoRn
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i just took delivery of the
i just took delivery of the MY14 Limited CRD
havent towed the boat yet as its only done 300kms, but so far so good, except for the climate control!!!
Ryan C
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hose
the hose was in stock fisherking, jeep assist was there within 1 hour and i had the car back the next day.although the start button just crapped itself 10 mins ago at work , but for all of you with jeeps, you just pull the start button out (it pops out with your fimgernails or by levering it out with a key) then you can insert the whole key and you are away. cheers
fisherking
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Thanks Ryan.I own a Jeep
Thanks Ryan.
I own a Jeep Wrangler CRD. Some parts seem to be in short supply.
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ghost1
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Rear Space compared to a Prado??
Thanks to all for your comments.
I haven't even seen one of these in real life as yet - but will this weekend.
How does the space compare for carting gear around?
Bodie
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Got a 08 Jeep commander CRD
Got a 08 Jeep commander CRD Limited 3.0L Turbo Diesel.
Plenty of grunt, great fuel economy, more than happy with it.
No major issues except a slight oil leak from the rear main which Jeep picked up on a normal service and replaced under warranty no questions. This was 2 years ago and not missed a beat.
Only downside and i think its the same for the Grand Cherokee is the clearance under the car. On soft beaches bottoming out is an issue, and i have been bogged twice... :( Other beaches are no issue and all off road no dramas. It's towed my 3.5t Fury around for 4 and a half years without any complaints. 100km all the way to Exmouth with plenty of grunt left over.
petermac
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wish i had read this
I wish I had read this before I got my Nissan , I bought a brand new FJ Toyota last year (the retro look hooked me) but after about 8 months I caned it as it was bloody hungry on fuel , they only come in petrol and left hand visibility is down right dangerous, the rear suicide doors are squeezey when get adults in and out from the back and the luggage area is non existent, the final straw was the rear sensors driving me mad when backing the boat down the ramp traded it for a Nissan it is better than the FJ but might have gone Jeep if I had read this before I traded the tojo
Vinesh87
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It's never too late...
It's never too late...
petermac
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never to late
Vinnie if I was to get another new car so soon wifey would gill and gut me
Browndog
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Prices
Hey guys, I had the previous model with the 5.7 V8, great car but fuel use was scary. I'm looking at the new 2014 model CRD Laredo, but getting stuffed around by the sales guys who won't give me a "real" price. If anyone has recently purchased one I'd be keen to hear what you ended up paying, pm is fine.
I'm also considering a second hand 2011 model with 40k on the clock that looks like good value.
thanks guys
JoRn
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mine was 70ki got the limited
mine was 70k
i got the limited with the Off Road kit, Quad Lift and Sunroof.
got the towbar for an extra 750
the 2nd hand is that the silver one? there is heaps of red dirt underneath the car
JoRn
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i didnt ask for laredo
i didnt ask for laredo pricing
but a normal limited
can be had for 63500
or 64k with metallic paint..
Browndog
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Thanks
Cheers JoRn, my last model was the Overland, but from what I see the base Laredo has pretty much all the options I like, and I'm guessing it's about $8-10K cheaper than the Limited. I like the leather, but don't think it's worth the extra coin, and I don't see any advantage in the 20" rims/tyres on the Limited. I don't know what other goodies the Limited has over the Laredo?
BD
greasemonkey
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Melville Jeep
Browndog , I wasnt happy with the salesman at my local jeep(mandurah) so started ringing different dealers . I have not done the deal yet but so far have found melville jeep(Carly) to be very easy to deal with .
JOEL
shonky
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Mandurah
Hey greasemonkey, I found the salesman at Mandurah (who was named after a power tool)a bit lack lustre.Wound up going through Maddington and was pretty happy with the deal. Just make sure you get the CRD, you won't be dissapointed.
This habit is getting expensive!
ghost1
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Not going ahead
Love all of the positive feedback on them and thanks to all for your comments.
After sitting my Prado next to one last weekend, I just can't see it doing what I want it to do.
Good 2nd hand 100 series or new 200 Series here I come by the look of it.
Browndog
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Curious
Hey Millsy, what exactly is it you want it to do?
ghost1
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Grand Cherokee
I need it to tow my off road camper in and out of everywhere I go including beaches;
Hold all of the crap I cart around;
Get through very deep ruts off road...
Nothing special :)
Browndog
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Date Joined: 10/04/12
Pricing
Well, two dealers have given me a price of $55K driveaway for the 2014 model (8 speed auto) Laredo CRD with tint & towbar. I was hoping to get a bit more off the price, but looks like this is about what I'll end up paying. Anyone get a better deal lately?
Cheers,
BD.
greasemonkey
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Browndog
That price seems pretty good to me ,is that on yard stock or do you have to wait till the next shipment .
I picked up a CRD Laredo with qudra-lift suspension ,off road pack and a towbar last week . If I take into consideration the extras your price is probably slightly better .
JOEL
Browndog
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Bought one
Hi Greasemonkey, I signed up one yesterday. Paid $54,750.00 and tried to get them to include side steps, but they wanted $1600 for them and claimed their cost was $1400. I will get a set of genuine mopar ones from the states, same part number for aroun$500 inc shipping. I don't mind them making some money, but that's a ridiculous markup. They claim the car is in stock Perth, they are getting it from another dealer, will wait for their call.
how much did you pay for your package? I woul have loved the quadralift, but would rarely use it. Pm me if you like.
cheers,
BD
Browndog
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Finally arrived
Well it's finally arrived, I picked up the keys on tuesday and I'm stoked. Massive difference in handling/comfort/noise levels from my 2010 V8 model. The diesel is quiet and grunty, will be interesting to see how it tows as the V8 was effortless, but reckon this will do it even easier. Can't get over the level of comfort in a diesel 4WD.
Now for the accessories, thinking lift kit (cheap as ex USA thanks to the car being engineered for quadralift), side steps (again ex USA), nudge bar (for spotties/aerial), UHF, roof racks & rod holders just for a start. Good job Santa is coming soon!
BD
Vinesh87
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Effortless is a
Effortless is a understatement in how well these tow. Have a look at uneek 4 x4 gear with some great bullbars / nudgebars
hayden
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Have just 4000 kms on my new
Have just 4000 kms on my new jeep and bloody luv it tows very well and no dramas what so ever can't be more happier with me jeep and never thought a desiel would have so much power glad I got one now.... Ended up putting ecb bull bar on makes it look mean
may I suggest not putting lift kit in but maybe look at air suspension ment to be bloody good also
dant
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picking up my jeep grand
picking up my jeep grand cherokee limited 14 overlander tonight cant wait.
il be right next time i head down to dunno, relieve some pressure of bluetonic and lamby
allrounder
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just don't swerve to hard
they dont like staying on their wheels
So tell me have you got your info from years on the water or hours on the internet?
greasemonkey
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Great car
My new Grand Cherokee has nearly 3000 km now and I love it . It tows my baron sportsman like an empty box trailer . Fuel economy is great , averages 8-9L around town and 12-13 L with the boat on the freeway . The new 8 speed box is so smooth you nearly dont notice gear changed . Only downside so far is parking a mile away at the shops so nobody dents it .
Joel