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Review of the Jeep Rewards Visa

  
Written by renxue   
January 21, 2008 14:28

The Jeep Rewards Visa Credit Card was last reviewed on : 28th September 2006

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Summary - The Jeep Rewards credit card will appeal to those who would like to earn reward points and save money on a future Jeep purchase. Find out more about this car.

Reward Formula - The Jeep Rewards Visa Card has identical benefits as the Chrysler and Dodge Rewards Visa issued by Bank of America. These are all good auto credit cards. You earn 5 points for purchases at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships, and 1 point for every dollar spent on other purchases. Your points are valid for 5 years and you can earn unlimited points.

You can redeem points for either a purchase or lease of a new or 5-star certified used Jeep vehicle, parts and service at Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealerships, extended warranties, Motor parts and Dodge accessories and other branded merchandise by these companies.

Fees and Rates - The Jeep Rewards Visa has no annual fee. The apr is either prime rate plus 5.99%, 7.99% or 9.99%. You get a 1.9% APR introductory offer for 6 billing cycles.

Verdict - To sum up, the Jeep Rewards Visa is a very good credit card. You get to earn a high 5 points per dollar for purchases at Jeep, Chrysler or Dodge dealerships. On top of that, you can use your points to buy or lease a new or used Jeep. (many auto credit cards gives only let you earn 1 to 2 points and only allow you to redeem points on a new vehicle purchase). The Jeep Rewards Visa gives you both a high reward payout and flexibility in use of points on your next Jeep.

Positives

  • Earn 5 points per dollar on purchases at Jeep, Chrysler and Dodge dealerships
  • Redeem for either purchase or lease of new or used Jeep
  • Earn unlimited points
  • No annual fee
  • Low APR if you get the lowest rate

    Negatives
  • Points are valid for 5 years


    Jeep Rewards Visa Card
    Reward Benefits
    Signing Bonus2,500 points upon first purchase
    Reward FormulaEarn 5 points for every dollar you spend at Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge Dealerships
    Earn 1 point for every dollar you spend on other purchases
    Caps on PointsEarn unlimited Points
    Points Expiry5yr
    Travel and Insurance Benefits
    Up to $1,000,000 Automatic Travel Accident Insurance
    Auto rental insurance
    Lost ticket and luggage replacements
    Other Benefits
    Zero Liability from unauthorized use of your card
    Purchase Replacement1, which provides for repair or replacement for covered purchases that are stolen, damaged or lost at a known location, within 90 days of the date of purchase
    Purchase Guard1, which will double the manufacturer's original United States (U.S.) warranty period for covered purchases with a warranty duration of 1 year or less
    Cost/Fees/Interest rates
    Introductory rate1.90% introductory APR for 6 months (purchase and balance transfers)
    Annual FeesNo annual fee
    Purchase APRPrime Rate plus 5.99%, 7.99% or 9.99%
    Balance Transfer APRPrime Rate plus 5.99%, 7.99% or 9.99%
    Cash Advance APRPrime Rate plus 12.99%
    min is 19.99%
    Penalty/Default Rate APRPrime Rate plus 21.99%, min is 25.99%
    Min Finance Charge$1.50
    Grace Period20 days
    Balance Calculation MethodAverage Daily Balance (including new purchases)
    Cash Advance fee3% min $10.00
    Foreign Currency Conversion fee3%
    Over-the-credit-limit fee$15 for balances less than or equal to $500
    $29 for balances $500.01 to $1000
    $39 for balances greater than $1000
    Late Payment fee$15 for balances less than or equal to $100
    $29 for balances $100.01 to $250
    $39 for balances greater than $250

     

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