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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety Review

August 18, 2008

SAFETY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Safety is a strong suit
Car and Driver

three new safety and security technologies
Jalopnik

Five stars, front impact; three stars, rollover rating
NHTSA

Good," front impact; "marginal," side impact
IIHS

Experts at TheCarConnection.com note that the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee aces most frontal-impact crash tests, but side impacts and rollover protection are less satisfying.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in frontal impact crash tests, gave Grand Cherokee Jeep five stars out of five, but only three for rollover resistance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the 2008 Jeep its highest rating of "good" for front and rear collisions; the Grand Cherokee Jeep received only a "marginal" rating for side impacts.

ConsumerGuide lists standard safety equipment on the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee as including "anti-lock brakes, skid control system with rollover mitigation, and side curtain airbag." Reviewers note the rear backup camera and park-assist system are great options to help avoid fender benders in the 2008 Jeep.

ConsumerGuide also remarks that Grand Cherokee Jeep's "visibility is a bit cluttered to the right rear, and thick windshield pillars hinder seeing around some corners."

Conclusion

The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers good safety for occupants with a five-star frontal crash rating, but side impacts are a concern.

SAFETY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Safety is a strong suitCar and Driverthree new safety and security technologiesJalopnikFive stars, front impact; three stars, rollover ratingNHTSAGood," front impact; "marginal," side impactIIHS Experts at TheCarConnection.com note that the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee aces most frontal-impact crash tests, but side impacts and rollover protection are less satisfying. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in frontal impact crash tests, gave Grand Cherokee Jeep five stars out of five, but only three for rollover resistance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the 2008 Jeep its highest rating of "good" for front and rear collisions; the Grand Cherokee Jeep received only a "marginal" rating for side impacts. ConsumerGuide lists standard safety equipment on the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee as including "anti-lock brakes, skid control system with rollover mitigation, and side curtain airbag." Reviewers note the rear backup camera and park-assist system are great options to help avoid fender benders in the 2008 Jeep. ConsumerGuide also remarks that Grand Cherokee Jeep's "visibility is a bit cluttered to the right rear, and thick windshield pillars hinder seeing around some corners." ConclusionThe 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers good safety for occupants with a five-star frontal crash rating, but side impacts are a concern.  2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: "looks very cool" Jalopnik: "attention to rich details and craftsmanship" Kelley Blue Book: "luxurious interior" TheCarConnection.com finds that reviews are generally positive but not enthusiastic about the exterior and ...

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You have a decision to make, because the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee faces competitors that include car-based crossovers (with little or no off-road capabilities) and true sport utility vehicles (that offer genuine off-road skills).

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