2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo X

The 2013 Grand Cherokee is Jeep's mid-size SUV, the one that blends everyday comfort with serious trail capability. On the road it feels composed and quiet, though the ride can get busy over rough pavement in the sportier trims. It corners with more poise than you'd expect from a body-on-frame SUV, and the steering is direct enough for highway cruising. Inside, the cabin is roomy for five, with a cargo area that swallows gear, and the higher trims get real leather and wood. Standard four-wheel drive and a few extra convenience features set the Laredo X apart from the base Laredo, making it the more trail-ready pick without jumping to the Limited. Its 5.7L I8 makes 290 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, routed through a five-speed automatic to four-wheel drive, which gives you confident traction on dirt and snow while returning 19 mpg combined.