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Overland looks better than Summit for 2014?

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#1 ·
Hey,
Just wanted to give my quick opinion and see what everyone thinks. I originally was thinking of getting either a 2013 or 2014 Summit. Couldn't get into the 2014 new styling for the Summit at all. Never even looked at the 2014 Overland.

Recently when i looked at the 2014 Overland I was amazed about how much better it looked to me. The front end with the tow hooks look better, the rear exhaust style and tow package looks better, rims look better to me, no chrome trim along the sideskirts, etc.

Anyone else think this? I'm kind of confused a little because to me, the Overland looks classier than the Summit. I guess I'll be going with the Overland then. The money really isn't much on an issue but I suppose it's good to save a few bucks as well. Anyway, anyone else feel like this?
 
#2 ·
The same styling won me over on the Overland vs. the Summit. I wanted the speakers and moving headlights from the Summit, but I couldn't look past the square exhaust and lack of ORAII package. Depending on how the audio sounds, I can always upgrade the speakers and hopefully someone finds a way to get the headlights to work on the Overland.
 
#5 ·
I had adaptive headlights on my Lexus, and really didn't notice the difference between having them off and having them off.

I thought they were really cool when I first got the car. A year after I bought it, I put in a new stereo. After the disconnected battery reset everything, I think I went 2 years with the adaptive headlights turned off and never realized it.

I'd save your $$ on the headlights and do something more unique to your Overland!
 
#3 ·
What i wanted was the Brown interior and speakers, but the rear looking like a combo of the Mercedes/Acura rear and the weird front/wheels throws me off too much. To me, the Summit doesn't have that same Jeep aggressive identity that the Overland has.

Eventually i do plan on upgraded the sound system and getting custom leather on the seats can be pricey, but it'll just individualize mine more so it's a wash IMO. I want to love the Summit, but i can't.
 
#4 ·
Your tastes are your tastes, but they seem to align with the majority of people here.

The perks of the Summit are on the inside. Nicer leather, HK stereo system, suede like headliner are the major ones.

I'm ordering the Overland because it looks better on the outside and inside. I'm not a fan of the brown interior. I've had black interiors on all of my vehicles, and it's time for something new...so I ordered the indigo interior. It has the dark feeling of a black interior, but its nice and unique.
 
#6 · (Edited)
Subjective. For me, both are great but like anyone, there are things on each that I like or dislike. I like everything about the Summit (I'm not an off-roader) with the exception of the lack of a lighter colored interior. I absolutely HATE black interiors and the new brown, while very nice, is still darker than I would prefer. That one item would push me toward the Overland. Of course, then there would be the loss of the higher end sound system and some of the unique body styling I like...and the Summit wheels which I really like. (which others hate... ;) ) If I were buying tomorrow...and I'm not...I'd probably still choose the Summit with the brown interior. It's my nature. But I could be very happy with a fully optioned out Overland, too.

Pick the one that provides you the longest list of things you need and desire and the shortest list of thing that don't work for you. Both are great rides!
 
#8 · (Edited)
I also like the Overland more than the Summit, though I think the Summit looks more classy than the Overland. The Overland, IMO, is a good mix of classy and rugged all in one package.

I certainly don't mean this in a negative way, but I see the Summit as more of an older person's vehicle compared to the Overland and below.
 
#9 ·
I'm in the same boat! I have a 2003 Tundra and am looking to step into a more modern vehicle. As much as I enjoy the practicality of a truck, I want a more refined ride, and a unibody SUV seems like a good compromise. I need to maintain as much of the non ideal road condition capabilities as I possibly can. I am looking seriously at a fully optioned '14 Overland vs. the '14 Summit.
 
#10 ·
In my quick review, I don't care for the chrome bling on the Summit. I like the tow hooks and exposed trailer hitch on the Overland... not to mention you can get it outfitted with the necessary specs to earn the "trail rated" badge. I suspect I'll put in after market speakers, and I've never owned a vehicle with adaptive lights or headlight washers, so why care? I would like to have all the bells and whistles, but not at the sacrifice of more off-road or inclement weather capability. Does anyone anticipate Jeep tweaking the options to satisfy those of us who like bits and pieces of both the Overland and the Summit?
 
#11 ·
In my quick review, I don't care for the chrome bling on the Summit. I like the tow hooks and exposed trailer hitch on the Overland... not to mention you can get it outfitted with the necessary specs to earn the "trail rated" badge. I suspect I'll put in after market speakers, and I've never owned a vehicle with adaptive lights or headlight washers, so why care? I would like to have all the bells and whistles, but not at the sacrifice of more off-road or inclement weather capability. Does anyone anticipate Jeep tweaking the options to satisfy those of us who like bits and pieces of both the Overland and the Summit?
That has been the hope of many on this forum, myself included, when it comes to the premium HK sound system. But there has been no leak or information that would indicate that they are going in that direction for the MY2015 JGC. One can only hope at this point, but I'm not holding my breath.:(
 
#13 ·
I think y'all are right. I don't see them blurring the lines between what has clearly been set up as two pinnacle lines in the GC lineup. I think the fully optioned Overland is the top of the line for the person who wants bells and whistles plus trail rated off road capability. The Summit is the top of the line for those who want capability, but are more interested in non-off road refinements. To allow an a la carte configuration would cost more $$ than simply saying: here are your choices, you can't have it all, but you can get most of what you want depending on what's important to you.

For me, having just been stuck in mud two weekends ago, front tow hooks are ESSENTIAL, and having to remove a section of bumper each time I want to tow will be a minor annoyance. Leaning heavily towards the fully optioned Overland! :D
 
#15 ·
I picked the Summit because I am a stereo freak and the HK simply rocks!

If you are also the proud owner of a 2014 JGC Summit 5.7l Hemi I am arranging a special production run of a Corsa Cat-Back exhaust system for it. You cannot buy it publicly. I make zippo off this. I am just reaching out because we are very close to the minimum to make the run and I am so very happy with mine. Interested? Go here to read all about it and PM me if you are, but please act as soon as you can....:threadhijack:

http://www.jeepgarage.org/f108/2014...-corsa-cat-back-exhaust-70344.html#post959209
 
#16 ·
I liked the Summit better than the Overland because I liked the treatment it gave the outside. However my SO could not stomach the interior color of the seats so went with the Overland. Either is a fantastic vehicle...
 
#17 ·
If (when) I pull the trigger on the new Jeep I'll go for the overland. Like the features on the Summit, mainly headlamp washers and stereo, but can't get over all of the chrome. Probably go white with blue interior. Really like the browns on the summit but almost an identical match to my TL and the lighter colors match my Subaru. Need to change things up.
 
#21 ·
For sure, best of both worlds but those corp types have got people like me pegged. I definitely wanted the Overland color choices in and out but I don't offroad (except curbs and suburban snow banks:cool:) and I just had to have the HK sound system once I heard it. Once I played with it and then went back to the Overland stereo my ears were just too "polluted" with the HK's dynamic range and these days I just can't get into messing with a stereo re-wire.

Definitely could do without the plastic chrome bling too.

Jeep definitely draws us in with the options and color combos across the entire JGC model spectrum don't they?
 
#20 · (Edited)
I don't think so,especially with the altitude out now, it looks like a overland with black*overland wheels*. The summit however is the only one that has the exclusive exterior looks. It is the top of the line model for a reason. You don't see them using an overland on all the GC commercials..:thumbsup:
 
#22 ·
My only prob with the altitude is I think they lack a few options I really want.

I should've bought a summit and had the dealer swap the wheels out with an overland. I'm sure I could've removed the extra chrome if I decided it was too much. To me, that's the perfect jeep.

I have a friend who completely disagrees with me, he'd add more chrome. To each his own.
 
#26 · (Edited)
If I did go with the Summit I'd get the Overland wheels fitted. Is that wrong?

However the the main reason why I favour the Overland over the Summit are the interior colours. That "bronze" look on the plastic on the Summit's console and dash just doesn't do it for me.

But to be fair, I've only seen photos of the Summit and not seen it in the flesh. I'll have to actually sit in one before making a decision.

OH!, and can't get Light Frost (Beige) leather in Summit. I had that in my WJ Limited and LOVED it.
 
#30 · (Edited)
I like that the Summit has unique exterior styling. If I'm spending well over $50,000 on Summit, I'd like it to look different than a $30,000 Laredo. I think the Summit trim level was created to appeal to a different demographic. It's targeting conquest buyers coming from premium brands such as Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, and Infiniti. The Overland trim level competes with mainstream manufacturers such as Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Toyota, et al. This shows in the availability of the Off-Road Adventure II Group on the Overland but not on the Summit.
 
#34 ·
I agree with the standouts of the Summit compared to a Laredo, but I don't think you're giving the Overland enough credit. Overlands and Summits both stand out over a Laredo in my opinion...but agreed...maybe not enough for some.

I would argue that the Laredo/Limited competes with the other brands you mentioned though, and the Overland/Summits are marketed towards practically the same demographic...with few differences between the two.

I can't imagine anyone ever putting a Honda Pilot and an Overland head to head and think they're remotely in the same "Class". Same with a 4runner, non-Denali Acadia and Ford Explorer.
 
#32 ·
I traded in an Audi a6 for my Overland, had a BMW 530 prior to that, and a Merc E350 before that. So the Summit doesn't appeal to all prior Euro owners! I originally did go to see the Summit But after seeing both in person, the Overland appealed to me much more. As others have already stated, Summit has much more chrome, didn't like the Summit wheels and exhaust tips. I did like the saddle brown interior and SRT-like fog lights on the summit, but that was all. Both are priced very Similar...an Overland with the advanced tech had a difference of $2500 or so, so it basically comes down to personal choice. Take a look at both side by side and go with the trim that you're drawn too most.

Mac
 
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