2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The 2014 Grand Cherokee with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 and 8-speed transmission is praised for its smooth highway ride and composed handling on twisting roads. Owners keep these vehicles past 150k miles because the engine rarely needs major work, and the transmission shifts without the harsh jerks that plagued earlier model years. The Laredo and Limited trims offer a sweet spot between capability and fuel economy—you'll see mid-20s mpg on highway drives.

Common complaints and known issues

The transfer case on 2014 models often develops a grinding noise or fails to shift into neutral cleanly between 80k and 140k miles, costing $1,500–$2,500 to replace. Sunroofs leak water into the headliner and cabin around 90k miles, and the drain tubes clog. NHTSA complaints center on transmission hesitation during acceleration and occasional loss of reverse. Door lock actuators fail unpredictably, sometimes leaving you locked out or unable to open a door from inside.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $16,500–$22,000. 80k–140k miles: $12,000–$17,500. Over 140k miles: $8,500–$13,000. Pricing spreads wide based on trim (Laredo versus Overland), accident history, and whether transfer case or sunroof work has been done—a clean Carfax adds $2,000–$3,000 even at higher mileage.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.