Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD Overland

13/09/2008 18:11. “is designed to mimic control offered by the low gearing usually found in serious off-road vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler and the Land Rover Defender.” // ic Liverpool

13/09/2008 16:26. THE 4x4 fan club is going through a tough time at the moment with owners hit by punitive taxation and high running costs.

So if you are spending at least £27,000 on one, you expect value for money.

The revamped Grand Cherokee offers an attractive package for the money as well as the iconic name.

Jeep has upgraded the range for 2008, with a host of new features.

It retains its traditional hunky look and trademark seven-slot grille, but now offers new headlights and front fascia plus classy new alloy wheels.

A new interior which the company says make it the most luxurious Jeep ever, offers soft-touch interior dashboard materials and features like tilt and telescope steering column.

Some of the harsh plastics remain, but the interior, particularly the Overland test model, is a... // Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser