Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This is a review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee car, reviewed by the presentor Steve Berry on this bit of Old Top Gear 1999, Series 40.

Launched in September 1998, the redesigned WJ 1999 Grand Cherokee shared just 127 parts with its predecessor (mostly fasteners). The European model was coded WG. The spare tire was relocated from the side of the cargo compartment to under the floor. (Like the 1998MY ZJ, the rear tailgate glass opened separately.)

The new V8 engine produced less torque than the old pushrods, but was lighter, offered better fuel economy, and provided similar on-road performance figures. The straight-six engine was also updated. A redesign of the intake manifold added 10 horsepower (7.5 kW).

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0:00 Intro Video
0:20 Grand Cherokee Review by Steve Berry
6:04 End Screen