It took us a bit of time and practice to get used to the voice-command system for dialing out. The 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee's UConnect Bluetooth cell phone integration worked quite well with our Sony Ericson T610. We found the stereo controls on the back of the steering wheel easy to use, especially since we could keep our hands on the wheel without looking down to find the buttons. Overall, the stereo sounds good, but the bass starts clipping and begins to buzz even at medium volume a subwoofer would definitely be welcome. Because our test vehicle had the optional GPS navigation system, it didn't have an auxiliary jack for the stereo system that would have let us plug in an MP3 player, which was an unpleasant trade-off. The premium stereo system on our test car was composed of a six-disc MP3/CD player, Sirius Satellite Radio, and a Boston Acoustics six-speaker sound system with a 276-watt DSP amplifier. We also had problems hearing the route guidance when the stereo was turned up-the automatic volume reduction only seemed to mute the driver's side speakers. One area of the freeway, with lots of lanes and a few junctions, gave the system some trouble it said we had missed our exit when we hadn't even gotten to it yet. The 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee's navigation system was fairly accurate, although it did take a while to recalculate a route if we missed a turn. Curiously, the joystick can be pushed down to click, but a separate Enter button accomplishes the same function. Toggling through the menu options using the minijoystick also proved difficult. A number of settings, such as screen brightness and MP3/CD folder selection, are buried too deep within the menus. The controls for the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee's satellite navigation and stereo systems were fairly awkward to use. Most of the interior bins weren't large enough for anything but sunglasses, but one bin in the rear cargo floor was the perfect size for hiding a camcorder. We thought the rear passengers could do with a bit more legroom, and at 34 cubic feet, the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee's rear cargo space is smaller than the 45 cubic feet found in the 2006 Ford Explorer. Although the owner's manual doesn't mention it, we found that the driver's seat belt must be unbuckled for the car to recall a memory position. The Cherokee can remember seat, mirror, and pedal positions for two drivers, and it also tracks different radio presets for each. The driver also has power-adjustable pedals, but the brake pedal is so much higher than the accelerator that we were uncomfortable in stop-and-go traffic. The driver and front passenger get comfortable leather, heated, power-adjustable seats, but we weren't very fond of the position of the manual lumbar-support lever because we found it too easy to catch our fingers between the seat and the center console. The sycamore wood-grain trim is a particularly nice addition. We were very pleased with the inside's fit and finish-everything felt solid and durable. The versions with low-gear transmission featured the QuadraDrive II system, with front and rear limited-slip electronically controlled differentials, with multi-clutch plates.Our 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited in the optional Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat ($225) looked rugged enough to take out into the backcountry but sophisticated enough for a night out on the town. All versions were mated to a standard 5-speed automatic transmission. For the European market, the Grand Cherokee was available with a 3.0-liter V6 diesel unit. Power came from a standard 3.7-liter engine in the Laredo trim level and went up to a 5.7-liter unit, Hemi V8 engine. It was available with or without low-range gear. It featured a front-wheel independent suspension and a five-link rear axle. The base trim level featured cloth seats, but the top-of-the-range ones were fitted with leather upholstery, touchscreen infotainment systems, and automatic transmission.įor the drivetrain, the 2005 Grand Cherokee was a revolutionary model. Inside, the car featured the same luxurious interior as before. The overfenders on the wheel-arches, both front, and back, gave the car a sportier look. The new design for the headlights made a step away from the classic, rectangular, type. The new look of the car kept the seven vertical slats on the grille. And the technology hidden underneath the car confirmed the evolution. Due to the new proportions, it looked sleeker than before. A bigger wheelbase and a longer body made the Grand Cherokee more appealing for its customers. When it comes to luxury SUVs, bigger was always better. But the main ingredients were from the U.S. The third generation of the Jeep Grand Cherokee was born under the DaimlerChrysler alliance and benefited from the know-how of both of its parents.
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