Overview & Reviews

A new interior sporting modern instrumentation debuts. Front and rear styling is refined, and the rear liftgate is now stamped from steel. Multiplex wiring is designed to improve reliability of the electrical system, while a new paint process aims to polish the finish of all Cherokees.

• Cheap and loaded with rugged character, dual airbags, optional ABS, optional full-time 4WD, optional 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine

User Reviews:

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  OIIIIO thrills - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By OIIIIO driver - October 7 - 2:00 am

  I have a 93 indestructible Cherokee. I just bought this 97 Cherokee, with 245K miles on it. Paid $1500 for him. My 93 is a standard this 97 is an automatic. IF you can find one get one. I easily expect to get 300 K out of this Jeep. I have 2 new cars a 4runner and a Pontiac, but would rather drive my 97 Jeep any day than these due to the fact "he" is solid as a rock. If the powers that be ever read these blogs , they would re invent these Jeeps, and would have a new following, I love mine and dread the day (if ever) I get rid of it.

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  outstanding vehicle - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By wizak - April 9 - 10:00 am

  this is the best car i have ever owned! Within the last 12 months I have driven in a blizzard (One of only two cars that was able to get around), driven through a desert, driven from sea level to 14,000 feet high and not one problem. the jeep heats up quickly in cold weather, the ac works wonders in hot temps and its roomy enough to carry a family around town if you wanted it too.

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  A true SUV - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Lara - February 10 - 3:46 am

  I purchased my Jeep Cherokee sport a year ago and I love it. Despite getting bad gas mileage (16 mpg city), I realize that this is an SUV, so its understandable. The only complaint I have is that the engine is extremely loud and roaring. Otherwise, its a very sturdy car. It accelerates well, has great steering, has comfortable front seats, and pretty good road traction. The real fun begins when you go off road, though. This is not an SUV for someone who really needs a station wagon (aka Ford Explorers, Expeditions). The ride on rocky ground with bumps is surprisingly smooth. This is a classic, REAL SUV that will remain a favorite of mine. And, whats cooler than having a JEEP?

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  I LOVE THIS THING! - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By bradthecarman - December 13 - 2:00 am

  Im completely in love with my cherokee. I have over 260k miles on it, all ive really had to do is preventative care and regular maintance. Its one of the best values Ive ever seen. I wish I would of bought two. It is without a doubt one of the best daily drivers out there.

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  Jeep - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By ESB - November 18 - 3:30 am

  Love this baby! Cant seem to want to trade it in. I have put 170,000 on it. Very minor problems such as water pump,starter, and oxygen sensor. Other than that, oil, gas and tires. It gets the gas mileage that it should get for a 4.0 engine. People who complain need a smaller car not a SUV! This baby is fast too.

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  Cherokees are not real Jeeps? - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Marco - October 15 - 12:16 am

  I loved my Cherokee of course it stunk on gas, but what did you expect? Its 4.0 w/ 8.25 rear axle, awd transmission, you know what that means? As close to flawless as Jeep or any other car company is going to get. It was perfect in size. The only real flaw was it had leaf springs. If you add a lift be prepared for a bad ride.

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  Very Nice Older SUV - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Cherokee - August 3 - 10:00 am

  This is a great vehicle! I have had it for about 4 months now and I love it. I have never had a SUV so this is my first and I love this compact SUV. It has quiet a bit of power for a SUV. When I bought it, it came with 31 x 10.50 tires. So the gas mileage is right at 17mpg. But I like the big tires when I am four wheelin. This SUV is truely a Jeep, it does go just about anywhere! It is a very capable four wheel drive vehicle!

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  Good - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By mnclark - January 7 - 4:23 am

  I bought this Jeep "on impulse" because I needed something to drive. The 4.0l engine is incredible at 285k miles and I havent put any work into it. Does great off road and I drive the hell out of it. Real steal and I look forward to driving it for a while!

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  Great! - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By codz - December 1 - 10:00 am

  Its a great vehicle...It rides so smooth on the freeway. I used to own a 94 Blazer, and it just would shake and rattle around. Whole new story here! Very smooth -- and even more powerful. Great stuff!

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  There is nothing like a Jeep - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By mtbiker82 - November 14 - 10:00 am

  First, I am seeing a lot of reviews that are using gas mileage as a negative. I get 17mpg in the city and 21+ on the highway and thats with the 4.0L straight 6. Its a SUV...thats great!! Unstoppable off-road. Backseat slightly uncomfortable, but just fine for short trips. If want to drive a legend...get a Jeep.